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Posted 10/10/2010 2:36 PM (GMT 0)
Dear Friends,

The trend in society is to focus on everything that is wrong with ourselves. We are bombarded with ads for weight loss diets and pills, creams for wrinkles and tans and longevity, self help guides for how to be better at this or that, etc... Everyone is conditioned to think that no matter what they achieve, they will never be quite good enough.

While there is always room for improvement in everyone's lives, sometimes it is nice to focus on the positive things.

So - this post is about what you are already good at.

What are you proud of yourself for? It can be anything...something you did one , a promotion you got, a degree that you earned, somewhere that you always wanted to visit and finally did....

Everyone join in and pat yourself on the back.

With gentle hugs,

Kitt
Posted 10/10/2010 2:40 PM (GMT 0)
I'm proud of my ablity to keep on moving through the many adversities that have blocked my path, the death of my son,  my parents, all my siblings and yet thow I mourn I do not give up.  I am strong !

I am proud of my terrific children and grandchildren and know that I am a loving grandmother.

I am proud of my 30 year career in the medical field.

I am proud of my fierce loyalty to my friends and family.

I am Proud of Me.

Kitt

Posted 10/10/2010 2:58 PM (GMT 0)
I survived!!!!!
Posted 10/10/2010 5:59 PM (GMT 0)
I am proud of myself for going through intense OCD therapy, and coming out on the other side, recovered from my obsessions.

I am proud I married the perfect man for me.

I am proud of my children who are both teachers.

I am proud I survived my childhood.
Posted 10/10/2010 8:42 PM (GMT 0)
 I am proud I went to the dentist for the first time in 15 years. & I went to the beauty salon today and got my witches hair cut into a cute bob something I avoided for fear of sitting in the chair to long.
Posted 10/10/2010 11:48 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you, awty--I know your story also--and I am proud of you too!
myjoy, Raising two responsible children in society is a great job, to me greater than constructing a masterpiece bridge.

ThatsMzTaz2U, Wow! Good for you! A new "do" and the dentist's chair too - that's fantastic.
Posted 10/11/2010 1:17 AM (GMT 0)
I am proud of...

My two girls of course

Being a survivor of an E.D. and A/P

Growing my dance studio to over 150 students, and being able to be a good role model for many girls and boys

Being married for 15 yrs! (second time's a charm;)

But mostly my trivia skills HA HA HA!! That one's for Kitt, Debaser, Awty, Lanie, Sukay, Case Sensitive et al...(sorry if I forgot somebody)

Thanks for the thread Kitt, it does make you feel good!
S.C.
Posted 10/11/2010 1:46 AM (GMT 0)
I am proud of my home that my husband to be and I have made a home from a "hole".
I am proud of my baby boy, he gives me a reason to live each day to it's fullest which is why I am so determined to get through this. He needs a mother who is "normal" and my husband to be needs his wife to be "normal". I just need to have this under control.
I am also proud of my job, I work in a small options home with adults with special needs and everyday I feel as though I am helping someone!
I love my life minus the anxiety
Posted 10/11/2010 4:59 AM (GMT 0)
I am not very good at feeling proud.
I am good at making people realize that they are more attractive than they thought. It is part of my job. I quadrupled our profits in one quarter because of this talent. More importantly, I made a lot of people smile and feel good about themselves.
I am proud of the two lives I saved: one tried to kill himself, the other was drowning.
I am proud of turning around the lives of my step-children with a great deal of unconditional love and home schooling. I spent every dime I had to get them out of a dangerous environment with their drug-addicted mother. They are now happy family men.
I am proud of getting the help I need and not giving up.
Posted 10/11/2010 3:58 PM (GMT 0)
SC, Absolutely splendid list ! I would love to help out at your dance studio. cool Trivia - I agree you play almost as well as debaser (giggle)
Subzeromambo, It takes a special person to be a stepmother and I commend you !



grady2008, A baby boy is something to be very proud of and he will bring you much happiness. Remarkable job caring for adults with special needs - you rock !

Come on everyone - share what you are proud of from whatever time in your life.

Hugs,

Kitt
Posted 10/11/2010 4:15 PM (GMT 0)
You are strong Kitt, and you own being proud, xx

I love everyones list, you are all amazing.
Posted 10/11/2010 8:29 PM (GMT 0)
I am proud that everyday I get up and keep trying, no matter what DX Docs throw at me.

I am proud that sometimes I can go long periods without meds and be OK and more proud that I know when I need the meds instead of fighting it.

Proud I have been married to the same man for over 20 years, and we are both still alive  ha ha

Proud of my two wonderful children.

Proud that my rescue dog, is my best friend and I never have to worry about him telling anyone my secret thoughts.

Proud to be apart of HW that has helped me out so many times in so many ways.

Gem turn

Posted 10/11/2010 10:02 PM (GMT 0)
For starting driving school today!!!! Even though I havent been feeling well I sucked it up and enrolled. Im proud of myself for being a Mom to my two little ones I must be doing a darn good job 'cause my Mom never lets me forget how proud she is of me through all of this.
Posted 10/12/2010 12:11 AM (GMT 0)
turn What a nice idea Kitt to do this thread! turn

I am proud that I finally asked for help and sought treatment for my A/P. I've always been there for others; but rarely for myself.

I am proud to have kept in touch with friends over time and distance, including two that live in other states and one in another country.

I am proud that I have saved a few lives.

I am proud for every life that I have touched, even if it was only to make a person smile.

I am proud to have graduated college at the top of my class, to have given a commencement speech, to have almost gotten published as an undergrad, to have written two theses, and to have completed grad school.

I am proud that I care enough about myself (and my family) to continue working on my issues in spite of how hard it is.
Posted 10/12/2010 1:30 AM (GMT 0)
I am proud of every life that I touched in a positive way :)
Posted 10/12/2010 2:22 AM (GMT 0)
I am proud that I recently saw a doctor and received some bad news, but am not freaking out.
Posted 10/12/2010 12:10 PM (GMT 0)
I love this thread.  We need a positive one like this more often.  Come on people, let's get some uplifting threads going...........engage those brians!

Gem

Posted 10/12/2010 1:35 PM (GMT 0)
I am proud of what i have accompilshed from being a mom....


I am proud of my thanksgiving dinner i made yesterday for my husbands family, i was panicing alot but was proud of my self for getting over that hump!! it was a big step....

i am proud of me for starting school next week, just got to get over that hump, but i will be proud i know it.....

lastly i am proud of where i am and how far i have come suffering from this anxeity sickness and OCD i ahve really come far.... and i am proud
Posted 10/12/2010 3:29 PM (GMT 0)
zombiemom
To feel proud about yourself is truly wonderful. Thanksgiving dinner sounds so yummy and going back to school is something I did as an adult so I know that is a great goal you should be very proud of.

"A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step"

With warmest regards,

Kitt
Posted 10/12/2010 3:47 PM (GMT 0)
I am proud of being married to the same wonderful man for 21 years.

I am proud of my two healthy, smart and beautiful children.

I am proud that I can keep my house clean even while suffering from back and health issues.

I am proud of making that first initial step to approaching better mental health by seeking help.
Posted 10/13/2010 2:32 PM (GMT 0)
Well, I have been doing the exact opposite of the what society expects me to do. LOL!

I don't give a **** (excuse me LOL) what others think of me, how I look, how I act, what I should wear, what I should do and say, etc. I got sick of all that. I used to be so worried about what people think of me. I tried hard to please my friends and family. They eventually betrayed me anyway. So why waste more time? Now I know that what matters most is what makes ME happy, not others. Forget about other people's expectations. I am much more comfortable with myself because I am proud of who I am now, and for the things I've accomplished so far.

I will take people's advice when I need it. However, only I know what is best for myself.

When I realized that, I noticed that a lot my fear and anxiety diminished.

Thank you Kitt for this great topic!! smile))))
Posted 10/13/2010 4:56 PM (GMT 0)
I am proud of getting my first college degree and be so close of getting my second
one.
I am proud of having a wonderful family that is there to support me all the way especially in this moments when I feel so bad.
I am proud of having such a caring and supportive husband.
I am proud of being able to help others and count with true friends.
Posted 10/16/2010 1:50 AM (GMT 0)
I am proud of..

Overcoming anxiety so many times

Finally getting my drivers license!

Starting work again.

yeah
Posted 10/17/2010 12:47 AM (GMT 0)
I lost 185 pounds in 28 months and turned my life around. I now work out every day and really look forward to doing it. I am really enjoying my new life, it's never to late to make a change!
Posted 10/17/2010 4:48 AM (GMT 0)
I am proud of raising two beautiful, sweet, independent boys even though my teenager is a pain right now. ha

I am proud of dealing with so much and keeping it together as much as I have.

I am proud of having a successful career and going to college 4 years.

I am proud of buying a house on my own.

I am proud of being an independent woman.
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