{image}During the holidays we actively take the time to appreciate the things we are grateful for. Typically, family, health, a job, a home, etc. are on the top of our list, and very rightfully so. Often though, we forget to appreciate our own selves for who we are…our authentic self. Appreciate the experiences and journeys which make you unique, each in our own right. Appreciate yourself for standing strong in your beliefs. Have the courage to let others love you for exactly who you are. Respect yourself by remembering how valuable and irreplaceable you are truly are, there is only one you. Appreciate what inspires you to search further, expand your boundaries, and persevere on your dreams. Know that what you write has a voice, what you say has impact, and what you do is making history. Maybe world history...but always your own history.
What's one thing you appreciate about yourself? ;)
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My wit and ability to not kill my children when they really need it.
welllllllllllllll, i am kind of quirky (that MIGHT be an understatement), and sometimes that has its advantages. :)
iva, this is such inspirational quote! thank u for ur encouraging words:) love this post!
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I have 3..smart,resourcefulness, creative
Hi darling Iva!
Happy February!
Love the quote and insightful query... I guess I appreciate my creativity!
xoxox,
CC
That i can still make fun and laugh at the most tragic and tough situations!!
I pride myself on having unconditional love. :) I think it's important. Plus, it feels nice!
Same as Tali and Erin!
Oh iva...I love this post! So beauitful! This one is definitely my favorite so far.
One thing I appreciate about myself...my realness. Its better to be true to who you are than be a phony of what others want you to be.
The one thing I love about myself is that I was able to have 2 beautiful children and am able to watch them grow up =)
i love this picture!
Very true- my loyalty to friends and family.
I love that I keep going. I may say I give up but I somehow manage to pull it together when the time is needed. Great post dear!
I appreciate that I take the time to go out of my way for my family & friends and that they truly appreciate it. :) XOXO
I appreciate my intelligence and independance. While I have my bf always by my side I am not at all helpless, even if it means changing my own windshield wipers :) Cute post!!
patience!
love your post!
My heart. I am grateful that being kind, and being generous come to me without having to think about them. I give and give, and get hurt easily, but I love well. And I wouldn't want to go through life any other way.
oh, you and your tough questions! :)
I appreciate my curiosity. It's gotten me in trouble, it's gotten me lessons...and quite the life education.
~hl~
AMEN loved this post!!!
I appreciate my creativity and willingness to try new things!
I love that people are always able to count on me... no matter what! :)
Love this post!!
very true, i try to appreciate and love myself everyday (although sometimes it's harder than others). i'm currently appreciating my strong work ethic!
Hmmmm I appreciate the fact that I want to do everything well...I try very hard. Kori xoxoo
ooh this is a great post! Currently, I'm appreciating my "caretaking" abilities- take care of friends, loved ones, etc.
i love this post! thanks for the reminder Iva! :) One thing that i appreciate about myself? probably my perseverance! have a great day, a great week, and a great february!
Its fun to read all the perspectives.
I think I can adjust to any circumstances.
Oh my goodness I LOVE this post! It is so encouraging! I guess the one thing I love about myself is my ability to seeing potential in everyone I meet. Now if I could just master seeing the potential I have I would be good to go, but I am working on it! :)
Great post! I appreciate how strong I can be - my husband's company was downsized back in November because of the economy and I've surprised myself with how strong I've been for him when he really gets down.
Hi Iva, I hope all is well with you. I have learned over the past few months about myself. I appreciate my strength. It has been tested several times but overall it just gets stronger. Take care!
I've grown a lot stronger and more independent in the last year and am finally getting good at standing up for myself when I need to!
My adaptability and determination :)
Love this post and the beautiful lady who wrote it! XOXO
i appreciate that i'm strong because no matter what happens i somehow pick myself back up.
that photo actually portrays one of my favourite quotes <3
xx lue
my honesty and remaining true to myself:o) great quote!
my desire to include everyone. i hate when people are left out & i'm always trying to make sure people feel welcome. :)
i'm a giver/pleaser....i always want to make others happy before myself. i don't know if that's always a good thing about myself but it makes me feel good to make others happy :)
I love this post- for the record! I appreciate the fact that when I'm wrong I can own up to it and become better for it
Sense of humor. Most days it's all I have.
That Ive learned through hardships to be very strong and positive.
My ankles. They are very toned and sleek.
I appreciate how laidback and go with the flow I am. Nothing is worse when something goes not according to plan and someone has a stinky attitude! =D
I appreciate my ability to learn and adapt to new things. (Love the quote.)
i appreciate my honesty and work ethic! what a lovely post, to remind yourself what you appreciate in YOU.
xoxo alison
Have I told you lately how beautiful you are!!?? Inside and out! What a great post!
One thing I appreciate about my self is I am a good person. I try my best to always think of others etc..
I appreciate my honesty and loyalty. And it's hard for me to even scrape those two together...
Such a sweet post. I appreciate my optimism, even when it wavers- it's always there.
Awww what a lovely, inspiring post - i adore your blog
Thanks for your wonderful comment, sorry for such a late reply, im so glad you like the blog, hopefully you'll visit again soon =]
Stay safe and chic darling,
English Rose x
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I'm a pretty good mom, I think!
I appreciate all the wonderful things in my life, I truly am lucky!
Hi Iva! Hope you are having a wonderful day! I just wanted to let you know that a tagged an award for you over on my blog. If you get a chance, check it out. :D
Much love,
Amy
http://thebargainhunterextraordinaire.blogspot.com
Miss Iva! How I adore you! Hmmm... As for myself, I appreciate my creativity! You are so special to even think how important a post like this is! You are terrific!
I appreciate my generous nature.
fab post
Happy, Happy February my love!
I appreciate my...innocence, creativity, cuteness, kindness - a lot of words that end with -ness!! :)
Hi darling Iva!
Great reminder~ we are all unique in our own special way indeed!
What?! it's Feb already...my time does fly!
xo*
About myself??? This is HARD! Hmmm...I guess that I try to treat everyone with the same respect that I would want to be treated...karma...what goes around comes around I guess!
I take the time to take care of myself! I cook real food, exercise, and take long bubble baths! :)
Thanks Iva, I think you are pretty unique yourself and I love that quote on the pretty sunset!
This is such a sweet post - and a great reminder to appreciate ourselves. I appreciate that no matter what happens, I can always forgive and forget.
I love that quote!!!
And this whole post, Iva :)
I appreciate that people always describe me, ever since I was little, as "sweet"...there are worst things to be called in life :) Though, it's okay to have bad days every now and then, right?
Wonderful quote! Very true indeed.
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