How can I learn to love myself?

Hmm. This is an exercise one of the visiting professors had us do. She made us think of someone who loved us, cared for us, thought we were absolutely wonderful. Then we were supposed to pretend to be them. And we’re supposed to talk about why that person loved us. What qualities about us made them want to be around us. Now, list those qualities on a piece of paper (e.g. I am loyal, I am thoughtful, I am a good listener, I am lovable, etc). Every week, take one quality. Write it on a note card. And stick it to your mirror. As for the comparison bit. There is always going to be someone smarter, more beautiful, more talented. That’s just the way this world works. Even the best of the best do not keep that position for long. But so what? There is no one on this earth that has your exact combination of qualities. Be grateful for having what you have. And remember, that being loved has nothing to do with being great or perfect at anything.