100 Things I Like About Myself

When I was younger, I started writing lists that detailed 100 things I like about myself in order to improve my self-confidence.

I still reference those lists anytime I’m stuck in a rut or need an ego boost.

Life is hard. 

Self love takes time to develop.

We aren’t born with self-confidence. It takes years of life experience, practicing self love affirmations, and getting support from others before we can love every part of who we are.

Navigating the opinions of others can be difficult when we’re in environments that don’t serve us.

Sometimes, people make it their mission to break you down and misunderstand you. 

Believe it or not, many people don’t want you to see how beautiful, talented, and unique you are. 

When your self-confidence remains in the shadows, it’s easier for other people to shine.

Most people would rather dim your light than share the spotlight. Keep this in mind as you maneuver through life.

There will always be someone who envies you because they either want what you have or feel intimidated by your potential. 

No matter how confident you are, words hurt. That’s why it’s important to find reasons to love yourself before someone comes along to change your mind.

Speaking life into others goes a long way, too. I enjoy giving and receiving compliments from strangers.

We need words of affirmation for self love, a positive mindset, and overall well-being.

I used to be a professional at highlighting my flaws and everything that I wanted to change about myself until I embraced my imperfections instead. 

Every curve, scar, mole, and hip-dip on my body makes me unique.

It took a while for me to stop striving for perfection.

I needed to attain wisdom before I could experience the transformative impact of a positive self-relationship.

Everyone has scars, and how others perceive you won’t matter.

Some people are adamant about finding things not to like about you. They don’t want to know your character; they want to misunderstand you. 

Finding positive people to pour into you is great, but finding reasons to love yourself means even more.

If you don’t love yourself, no one else will give you the love that you deserve. 

Cultivating self love should start at an early age. 

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Check out five practical ways you can start developing a strong sense of self-love today.

• Accept positive comments and don’t refute them
• Write in a gratitude journal for 10-15 minutes per day
• Never feel guilty for putting your needs first
• Set boundaries with coworkers, family, and friends
• Remember to always celebrate your wins
• Practice self-compassion
• Recite positive affirmations
• Surround yourself with people who uplift and support you
• Embrace humility
• Challenge negative thoughts
• Pursue your dreams
• Add self-care activities to your daily schedule
• Engage in activities that contribute to your personal growth and development
• Celebrate what makes you unique
• Seek professional therapy and counseling when needed

100 things I like about myself

1. The freckles on my face
2. My tattoos
3. My ability to be resilient
4. The compassion I have for others
5. My smile
6. Curly lashes
7. My curves
8. The thick hair on my head
9. Pretty feet
10. Small hands
11. My humor
12. I’m intelligent
13. That I don’t take myself seriously
14. Always the voice of reason
15. Non-judgemental
16. Fiercely loyal in friendships
17. I’m god-fearing
18. Well-organized
19. Adaptable
20. Humble
21. I cherish the simple things
22. Love learning
23. Adventurous
24. Highly confident
25. I’m optimistic
26. A problem solver
27. I love helping others
28. Very ambitious
29. Goal-oriented
30. Kind to others
31. I’m forgiving
32. I don’t hold grudges
33. Willing to try new things
34. I’m always looking for ways to grow
35. I motivate others around me
36. I like to be present at the moment
37. I’m polite
38. A giver
39. I volunteer often
40. I’m a great mentor to youth
41. I’m a risk-taker
42. I’m obsessed with dogs
43. Have courage to stand up for others
44. I’m introspective
45. I don’t like to gossip
46. I feel comfortable alone
47. I don’t need or seek validation from others
48. I don’t find value in material things
49. I’m not competitive. I want everyone to win.
50. I’m fair
51. Content with where I am in life and where I’m going
52. I prioritize self-care
53. I treat my body like a temple
54. I’m committed to my personal growth journey
55. I’m very empathetic
56. I admit when I’m wrong
57. I learn from my mistakes
58. I’m always willing to change
59. I enjoy learning new things
60. I take pride in correcting my wrongs
61. I’m honest
62. I’m dependable
63. I’m trustworthy
64. I create safe spaces
65. I can keep a secret
66. I stay away from confrontation
67. I’m assertive
68. Fashionable
69. Love exploring the world
70. I’m not afraid to go after what I want
71. I’ll never stop believing in myself
72. I stand up for what’s right
73. I take pride in my independence
74. I’m an excellent communicator
75. I can write 
76. I’m a pretty wonderful cook
77. I’m great at cozy home decor
78. I’m not vengeful
79.  I’m respectful
80. Love teaching others
81. I’m charming
82. I’m a movie buff
83. I’m addicted to books
84. I like stamping my passport
85. I’m great at planning trips 
86. I’m introverted
87. A fire sign
88. My favorite food is Italian 
89. I appreciate nature
90. I know how to love unconditionally
91. I’m easy to trust
92. Keep my circle of friends small
93. I’m addicted to my skincare routine
94. I enjoy watching sports
95. I’m not afraid to face my fears
96. I’m the youngest in my family
97. I love the holidays
98. I’m multi-talented 
99. I always root for underdog
100. I protect my peace

What are the 3 best things about yourself?

If someone asked me to describe 3 best things about myself. I’d share how kind I am to others, my ability to forgive wrongdoings, and the ambition to reach my goals. 

Kindness

Kindness goes a long way.

I’m a firm believer in treating others how you’d like to be treated. I don’t want to put anything in the universe that I don’t want to receive back.

If I’m unkind, selfish, and judgmental of other people, there’s no doubt in my mind I’ll get the same mistreatment, eventually.

I prefer to bring positivity and light into every room that I walk in.

It takes too much energy to be mean-spirited. I’ll never understand how some people take pleasure in upsetting those around them. 

I’m kind to myself and others, because it makes me feel good.

Choose kindness every time.  

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Forgiveness

Unforgiveness prohibits growth, negatively affects mental health, and hardens the heart. I learned to forgive others for their transgressions against me at a very young age. 

Forgiving those who do you wrong doesn’t mean that you allow disrespect or continue to accept ill treatment from others. 

The best thing you can do to heal is to forgive. 

When people do you wrong, treat you unfairly, or hurt you in any way,  it usually comes from a place of pain and insecurity. 

Hurt people hurt people.

Holding onto grudges only turns you into the miserable person who hurt you. 

That’s what they want. They want to hold you back from your personal growth and keep you stuck dwelling on the past. 

When you possess the power to forgive, it’s easier to move past your pain, no matter who inflicted it on you.

People who practice forgiveness are full of wisdom.

They learn from their experiences by not getting depressed or angry. 

Instead, they partake in healthier responses to opposition, like setting boundaries or protecting themselves from getting hurt again. 

Ambition

If you want to be somebody or go somewhere in life, ambition is a must-have. Highly successful people didn’t get to where they are because they lack ambition.

Ambition plays an important role in goal achievement. 

Some people are born ambitious. They know how to motivate themselves and others around them to keep reaching for their personal and professional goals. 

 I’ve always focused on what’s ahead of me rather than what I left behind. I convinced myself that I could improve any unfavorable situation that I’m in for the better.

All it takes is a thought to get where you want to be in life. I’m a visionary, but I also know that anything worth fighting for requires work. 

Without ambition, you remain stagnant.

An abundant mindset goes hand in hand with ambition. There are no limitations on what you can achieve, because you believe you can accept more into your life. 
More positivity.

 More love.

More success. 

Why should you love yourself?

No one will ever love you as much as you love yourself.

When you love the way you look, your personality quirks, weird habits, and are secure with who you are, no one can walk into your life and make you question yourself. 

Loving yourself promotes internal healing and improves your self-confidence.

We often look at external things for validation and seek other people to love us, but when you’re healed, you feel whole. 

You feel complete and don’t need other people to make you happy. 

Lastly, you should love yourself because there’s literally no one else in the world the exact same as you. You’re uniquely you. 

You are worthy of self-love, so kick self-hate and self-doubt to the curve. There are many reasons why you should love yourself.

Can you think of 100 reasons why you should love yourself?

Once you understand you are worthy of love, life gets so much easier. 

100 reasons to love yourself

1. You are worthy 
2. You’re resilient
3. You can’t be duplicated
4. You’re successful in your own right
5. God’s made you in his image
6. You’re kind hearted
7. People enjoy your company
8. You share your love with others
9. You’re supportive
10. A loyal friend
11. You’re compassionate
12. You’re disciplined
13. You encourage others to be better
14. You have an abundant mindset
15. You advocate on behalf of others
16. You give back to your community
17. You stand up for what you believe in
18. You’re multi-talented
19. You’re secure with who you are
20. You’re a free spirit
21. You offer brilliant advice
22. You’re a peacemaker
23. Dedicated to self-improvement 
24. You’re an overachiever
25. You’re selfless
26. You always overcome adversity
27. You enjoy spending time alone 
28. You’re in good health
29. You’re invaluable
30. Your energy is unmatched
31. You live life with no regrets
32. You’re wise beyond your years
33. You appreciate experiences over material things
34. You have an amazing aura
35. You’re reliable
36. You have a life story that needs to be told
37. You learn from your mistakes
38. You’re grateful for everything you have
39. You’re perfectly imperfect
40. You’re more than enough
41. You deserve love
42. You’re hysterically funny
43. You possess a wealth of knowledge
44. Everything about you is rich
45. You’re one of a kind
46. You don’t care what people think about you
47. You know when to put yourself first
48. Others find you easy to confide in
49. You’re generous
50. You’re an explorer
51. Someone needs you
52. You’ll make a difference in this world
53. You’re a creative person
54. You’re always the voice of reason
55. You’re a problem solver
56. You have specialized skills no one else can do
57. You know how to uplift a mood
58. Your smile is infectious
59. You practice self-control
60. Many people look up to you
61. You encourage body positivity
62. You’re non-judgemental
63. You live a practical lifestyle
64. You spread cheer everywhere you go
65. You’re down-to-earth
66. People quickly fall in love with your personality
67. You repel bad energy
68. You’re a leader
69. You’re a trendsetter
70. You follow through on your goals
71. You persevere despite obstacles in your way
72. You’re strong-willed
73. You love shining the light on others
74. People aspire to be you
75. You love unconditionally
76. It’s difficult to persuade you
77. You always give to good causes
78. You aren’t a follower
79. You make sound decisions
80. Your choices always benefit others
81. You consider other people’s feelings
82. You’re easy to talk to
83. You’re a great orator
84. You stand out from the crowd
85. You’re always willing to compromise
86. You find the good in everyone
87. You give to those in need
88. You’re caring
89. You’re a team player
90. People always look to you for guidance
91. You make people feel good about themselves
92. You find joy in trying new things
93. You appreciate nature
94. You love animals
95. People call on you for help
96. You provide constructive criticism
97. Self-care is a staple in your daily regimen
98. You’re selective about the people in your circle
99. You value actions over words
100. You love the person you’re becoming

Why is feeling yourself important?

In life, you’ll encounter more people that will dislike you for no reason than people who try to learn what an amazing person you are.

As you grow from childhood to adulthood, you will encounter individuals who aim to crush your spirit and are committed to misunderstanding you. 

My only advice is to ignore the people who refuse to accept who you are, and dote on the individuals who love the essence of you. 

Insecure, people despise confidence.

Confidence is something they don’t possess, so they find it easier to project their insecurities onto others.

People who genuinely love themselves are rare. 

Being comfortable in your own skin isn’t easy. We all have different flaws, but some people embrace theirs better than others. 

Many people love self-confident individuals, yet most hate them.

I learned from an early age that ‘feeling yourself’ is important, because people don’t want to see you reach your full potential.

They refuse to do the work to identify what they like about themselves, and would rather compare themselves to people they don’t know.

So, to that I say, ignore the outside noise.

Focus on becoming a better you and pay the people with negative things to say about you, no mind. 

You’re a focal point in their lives, because you have something they desire. 

Confidence.

When you keep going and elevating despite people’s attempts to tear you down, you’ve already won.

They’re stuck wondering why they can’t defeat you. 

There’s something about your light that upsets the dark energy within them.

Keep feeling yourself and don’t allow anyone to dim your light just for others to shine brighter.

Now that you’ve learned 100 things I like about myself, tell me what do you like most about yourself? Leave a comment below!

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Meg - Planner Me Up

I teach entrepreneurs how to simplify their life and business with less + own their time and maximize productivity towards their personal and monetary goals.