It’s important for others to like you, but the most important thing is for you to like you.
In a world filled with noise, opinions and expectations, it’s easy to forget that the most important conversation you’ll ever have is the one with yourself. Most of us spend so much time trying to make others like us—to say and do the right thing, to fit in, to be approved of—that we sometimes forget our quiet voice that we all have inside us that needs our own love and kindness first.
When was the last time you truly listened to yourself, without judgment, without comparison and without rushing to fix anything? The truth is, self-acceptance isn’t selfish; it’s self-love, it’s the foundation of every healthy relationship and to our health. Just like we can heal ourselves, we can also hurt ourselves. When you learn to love who you are, flaws and all, you show others how to do the same and mostly how to treat you with love and respect.
Take a few moments each day to check in with yourself. Ask: How am I really feeling? What do I need right now? What in my life is working? Then give yourself permission to honor that. Whether it’s a few deep breaths, a simple walk or being your own cheerleader, these small moments of self-care build a stronger, more peaceful version of you. Make showing up with confidence your new style.
Remember, it’s wonderful for others to like you, but the most important person to love you…is you.
With Gratitude,
Kim Pagano
Radio Host | Business Cheerleader | Connector
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