What Are You Proud Of Yourself For?

[shiraz]

I am proud that I decided to write my exams - I will see it through!

 

[Irton Pike]

I used to be proud that i had managed to hold down a job for so long without letting the PTSD out of the bag, but i think i was just in denial.

 

[hollyberry]

I am proud that it has been over a year since I quit smoking.
I am proud that I've been married for 28 years.
I am pround of my three sons.
I am proud that I have survived the terrible things in my life and I am overcoming them.

 

[pandora]

I a proud I made it to the back treatment.

I am proud that I survived another migraine and didnèt complain too much, just dealt with it....praying for it to be over.

I am proud that everything is set for my sons b-day party on sat...bowling alley booked, kids all coming, except one but there will still be nine there. Pizza ordered and cake too. The bowling alley provides chips and pop. I have to pick everything up at 3:00 and bowling starts at 3:30. I have 6 special needs kids, I hope they tolerate the loud alley but Devon seems to be aoutgrowing that, maybe some of them will have too...I hope so. At least it is all done..everything!

 

[Cloud]

I'm proud of myself have been protecting myself all these years without any much help.
I'm proud of the fact that I'm a survivor.
I'm proud of the fact that fought as hard as I could against bad luck and evil people.
I'm proud of myself being articulate and intelligent.
I'm proud of myself being a trustwothy and honest person.
I'm proud of myself that I've tried to get help as soon as my PTSD has completely blown over.
I'm proud of myself that a have done a lot of reading about my ailment and try to heal despite the fact the other part of me wants to give up.
I'm proud of myself that I have a beautiful soul.
I'm proud of my artistic flare.
I'm proud of myself to be a good singer.
I'm proud of myself for my culinary skills.
I'm proud of myself danced like Shakira.
I'm proud of myself learn how to groom dogs all by myself.
I'm proud of myself able make clothes (self taught).
I'm proud of myself carried the family burden since I was 12 years old.
I'm proud of myself being so trong all those years no matter how many obtacles were before me.
I'm proud of myself to finally see that I need to take care myself first, instead of anybody else in my family since they were not worthy of my help (they are the primary source of my PTSD).

I'm proud of myself that I was born very good looking.
I'm proud of myself being a brave person.
I'm proud of myself being a generous person.
I'm proud of myself that I don't get jealous of other people good fortune, looks and luck.
I'm proud of myself understand that one cannot live their life constantly compare oneself to another. As the matter of of life there is aways someone else much better looking or smarter or luckier than you. The most important thing in life is the betterment of yourself, both as in personality flaws and spritually. Once you've done that your life will be much more enriched.

I'm proud of myself finally starting to live my own life without caring what [OTHERS' THINK], as people will always say things behind your back no matter what your do or don't do. As long as you don't betray your conscience no matter what you do.
I'm proud of myself for leaving a verbally and emotionally abusive relationship/marriage.
I'm proud of myself of correcting my flaw of being to direct, and indirectly hurting peoples' feelings.


Cloud

 

[cragger65]

I love this!

I am proud of myself that I didn't give up, even though I felt broken
I am proud of myself for helping others, even though I felt broken
I am proud of myself for excercising
I am proud of myself for trying
I am pround of myself, because I know that I am kind

 

[Esther]

I'm proud that I let myself feel again
I'm proud that I was honest with my friends, and let down my mask.
I'm proud that I haven't lost faith in God.
I'm proud that I can still care about other people, even when i'm hurting.

 

[Mina]

I am proud of myself that last night when DH and I started fighting, I kept myself from going off the deep end again (with the help of advice from this forum, thanks everybody!)

I am proud of myself that I am ready for and actively seeking closure on my first marriage.

I am proud of myself for cooking dinner three nights this week.

I am proud of myself for going running after therapy instead of just sitting.

 

[cragger65]

Man, there is some excellent energy in this post, kudos Dylan!

 

[Dylan]

Whoooo, just got back from 3 weeks of vacation. It's inspiring to read so many prouds!

I have some more to add, myself!

1. I feel proud that I went on this retreat
2. I feel proud that I did some very hard work there
3. I feel proud that I'm working to "hold on to myself"
4. I feel proud that I'm building skills to meet my needs/feel my feelings
5. I feel proud that I am reaching out to others
6. I feel proud that I'm risking admitting that I need social/physical intimacy to live a happy life
7. I feel proud that I'm facing and working through things that make me squirm
8. I feel proud that I'm now willing to make requests of others
9. I feel proud that I'm distancing less and trying to connect more
10. I feel proud that I am getting the support that I need
11. I feel proud that I am learning to "nurture" not beat myself up (or self-indulge)
12. I feel proud that I am not judging when I fall back into old behaviors (i.e. sugar and alcohol), but am getting more support instead.

I felt really grateful and happy to get to share in the power and positive changes people can make, in spite of our difficulties.

Thanks,
Dylan

 

[cragger65]

I want to get to where you're at, Dylan!!

 

[TLight]

I'm proud I've stuck with my therapy for almost 3 years now. I'm proud I've gone through all these horrific emotions.

I'm proud I did two degrees in the midst of physical and mental hell.

I'm proud I survived the streets and am not an addict or prostitute.

I'm proud I've keep stepping out and connecting with people. My therapist is amazed I still keep trying to make friends.

I'm proud I'm now setting boundaries with people and quickly kicking people out of my life that violate those boundaries.

I'm proud that someday, I think, I won't be afraid of men.

I'm proud that I'm allowing myself to rest.

I'm proud I wrote a very well written book and am working on getting it published now.

I'm proud of all of us.