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198 RESPONSES | posted by CSW 2 months ago | Life's Little Lists

“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” —Buddha

Someone once told me that you can lack self-confidence (i.e. I’m not very smart. Or attractive. Or funny.), but you can still believe that you have self-worth (I have value, dammit!).

List 5 things that make you worthwhile.

1. I listen.
2. I can write music.
3. I can get people to speak candidly.
4. I’m kind, especially to old people and animals.
5. I hunger to be better.

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Chris Wood (CSW) San Francisco

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I'm Chris Wood. My favorite drink is a Manhattan, my favorite actor is Matt Dillon, and my favorite food is hand-tossed pizza with crushed tomatoes, ricotta, and sweet Italian...more

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Exorcism_Daimi

1) I'm kind to all and everything
2) i tend to look out side 'that box'
3) I'm wacky and crazy! So you can never be bored around me
4) I never start arguments, but always make sure they end
5) I am really creative!

sjma

I have a knack for understanding difficult concepts.
I am patient with people, and try to be kind (even when it ends up being a waste of my time, haha).
I am artistic; I just need to do something with my creativity!
I have a decent sense of fashion.
I am good in arguments because I do my best to see all points of view and try to keep my emotions in check. That ultimately makes it more of a conversation than an argument, and I can typically ensure that the other person understands where I'm coming from, without making them feel belittled.

Danielolalala

1.) My love is relentless, wild, untamed and always unprejudiced. If you are fortunate to be loved by me. You know what I mean, and another thing that makes me worthwhile, it doesn't take very much or long for me to eventually love.

2.) My heart is unmatched in comparison to any others that still pulsate.
(and no one can take this from me.)

3.) and finally, what makes me worth while is the fact that I'm aware that I am a priceless and imperfect human being that is still embracing it all.

I am worth every tear shed and every smile caused.

It's not a full five but I feel happy with just these three.

Laila_Jihad

1. I see the beauty in things most people miss out on.
2. I can enjoy silence and pausing from life.
3. My artwork has achieved a lot.
4. Sometimes I really believe I can be the best person in me.
5. I have a special face.
6. I am a really awesome Muslim. haha.

ruckerpark

sometimes when i sing it makes people take a break.
teaching myself to knit inspired other people i know to learn.
i remember a lot about being a kid, so i tend to be easy for kids & grown up kids to be around.
i'm thoughtful, but not so thoughtful that i don't stick my foot in it once in awhile.
i love hard & long.

sentunderscore

i am you
you are me
i am god
and so are you ;)

Aletheia

I made my own curtains!! Well, I blew myself away that I *could* make my own curtains - and did it well!!

I treat everyone equally: doesn't matter if I'm having a conversation with an elite business-person and the homeless drug addict, everyone will receive the same attention & reactions. With the exception of animals - they will receive better & more attention :)

Full of crazy ideas that will work :) Just have to be a little daring & adventurous.

Wholly enjoy going to movies on my own :)

I enjoy life & don't let much get me down (with the exception of a few things... pointing my fingers at you, college!!)

katieyellow

I have a fantastic memory
I would do anything for my family and friends
I love laughing, but I love to make people laugh more
I'm open to adventure and taking risks
I will always listen

Lynettifoo

I'm funny, but only in an awkward/weird way.
I listen
I open doors for people.
I can plan secret trips to the movies.
I love to read.

zachclyde

Active
Happy outlook on most things
Open to explore
I will make competition worthwhile
I let it all go on the dance floor

Batgirl

I care about people.
I never strike first.
I sometimes won't strike second, either.
I'm of average intelligence.
... that's about it. Good enough!

ChaselyFrestoni

I am social
I do actually care
I'm not close minded
I like success for many people
I like a decent challenge

unspokenwords

1. I'm a good listener
2. I'm a good writer
3. I usually try to have an upbeat, positive attitude
4. I am a very hard worker
5. I'm very compassionate and open minded

CocoaBean

I am my own person
I'm a fierce friend
I have a great sense of humor
I can light up the room upon entering (or so I've been told)
And I'm confident in myself (even if it doesn't always show)

cpfender

1) My fantastic sense of humor, appreciated by men and women alike
2) My ability to give great relationship advice
3) I can carry a conversation with just about anyone
4) I'll NEVER let a man or anyone else control me and my backbone gives me confidence
5) I'm a great girlfriend

caitysuredid

1. I'm a genuinely good person.
2. I genuinely love everyone I know.
3. I would go to the ends of the earth for anyone without complaining.
4. I wouldn't hurt a fly...literally.
5. I bake. :)

aloibaf

1. I'm funny.
2. I listen intently.
3. I make eye contact when you speak.
4. I'm nice.
5. I'm open to anything.

MartinaN

I'm creative
I'm kind
I listen
I persevere
I'm fun

zbikashley

1- I have an incredible amount of patience.
2- I'm ambitious.
3- I have common sense.
4- I can multi-task.
5- I try.

OhSoSpooky

1. I won't lie to you, unless you ask me to.
2. I'm creative.
3. I'm unbelievably intuitive.
4. I think I'm very talented, but don't think my hobbies need to entertain anyone else.
5. I love to make people smile and laugh.

saffronrain

1. I want to leave the world a better place than when I got here
2. I am considerate
3. I am a child at heart
4. I can laugh at myself
5. I am a very quick learner

alltidhanna

1. i'm optimistic..always see the good in a bad situation
2. i'm a happy person
3. my honesty
4. my strength
5. the way i can put others before myself

beanut12

1. my crazy ambition
2. my optimism
3. my friends
4. my ability to enjoy the simplest things in life
5. my imagination

blaadybde

1. I see people
2. I do what I can to make the world a better place
3. I can clear up almost any misunderstanding with my communication skills and understanding of people
4. I tell good stories and make people laugh
5. I accept everybody as they are

rat

- I'm understanding.
- I listen.
- I consider the feelings of others in all decisions.
- I'm polite (as every Canadian should be, eh).
- I'm optimistic.

stephaniemoon

@expWalter HAHAHAHA!

1. I forgive. Everyone for everything.
2. I have good taste in literature and porn.
3. I have nice boobies.
4. I make sure the room temperature is always comfortable for others.
5. I have not and will never accept this society for what it is, therefore, I am constantly doing my part to better it.

Carlabops

1. I am a great listener
2. I am enthusiastic
3. I am loyal
4. I will do something silly with you, even if I look stupid and/or I am not good at it
5. Once I love you, I will always love you.

Eschaton11

1. I listen.
2. I'm funny.
3. I know how to use words. I love words.
4. I see the different sides of things, always. Almost always.
5. I work hard for the things that I want, and I really believe I'm going to get them.

monqueef

I'm the coolest, best looking, nicest, most successful and modest person I know.

DNasty

@Rintin the best listeners know when to listen and when to talk. they know what to say and what not to say. for instance, when a person is being beaten from all sides about something, they're looking for someone that doesn't jump on them so even if they go off on you, stay silent because they're just venting and it's not personal. when someone is asking you for advice, warn them before hand that your voice isn't the only one that should be heard on the subject and that they should try to detatch themselves from a situation before trying to solve it. I'm the best type of listener because i can take peoples minds off their troubles when they just need a release, I'm the shoulder to cry on, the fierce defender when they're being attacked, and the understanding mute when they need to talk

pleaseandthankyou

I'm a good cook, a loyal friend, a fierce enemy, a good talker and a great lover.

CallitCourtney

1. I listen to (in my opinion) good music.
2. I can write pretty well.
3. I listen.
4. I know when to keep my mouth shut...sometimes.
5. I can sing.
6. I can (kinda) dance.
7. I can act like I'm totally fine.
8. I put passion into everything I do.
9. I've helped my friends out of the toughest times.
10. I am creative.
11. I am strong.
12. I am myself.

Rawxydaw09

1. A HUGE craving for adventure
2. I can entertain anybody!
3. I can make friends with anybody
4. I love all music - seriously!
5. I am LOYAL - know what that is?!
anddd I'm making a 6th.
6. I wear my heart on my sleeve

Novinha

1. I am optimistic.
2. I am fiercely loyal.
3. I'll make you dinner.
4. I'll see the good in you, even when thats a really hard thing to do.
5. I'm pretty good at saying the right thing.

niazfaith

1. I love my family and best friends more than the world.
2. I can brighten someone's day.
3. I know I have a lot of potential.
4. My belief in religion and God
5. Just living.

sunshineater

1 - I can let go of things and people that are holding me back.
2 - I love the Earth.
3 - I take really good care of my cat.
4 - I love my family with all my heart.
5 - I'm pretty good at stepping back and looking at things in some kind of perspective.

operababi

1. I'm great at talking politics, or having deep conversations
2. I love people
3. I'm a kick-ass cook
4. I always choose compassion
5. I strive for my potential

RachelPacNW

1. I can make homemade tiramisu.
2. When situations become melodramatic, I can take a step back.
3. My naive hope that someday, nobody will feel unwanted.
4. I make an effort to learn languages other than my first.
5. I usually smell like my conditioner, which is white nectarine and coral flower scented.

Rudie88

1. My acceptance of people for who they are.
2. My odd sense of humor.
3. My wanting to help others.
4. My deep conversational skills.
5. My love of art and anything related to the medium Ex. Photography, Cinema, Literature, Music, Theater and so on.

Rebekah

1. I'm constantly striving to be a better being
2. Empathy
3. Introspect
4. A strong desire to help others
5. My ability to create community wherever I go