See what it's like to say this for yourself...

Things to be proud of this year:

I made a difference to somebody (at least one somebody I’m sure, if not more. Maybe a pet?)

I found ways to keep going even when things got hard.

I haven’t given up (if you’re reading this that must be true).

I fought for myself and took care of myself as much as I could figure out to do. 

I made some mistakes and fumbled around (so admirable!).

I opened my heart and felt touched by something or somebody at least once.

I made someone smile. 

I’ve done my best in every single situation given the circumstances life presented to me at the moment.

I challenge you to tell me that any of the above is not true!

Honestly, I don’t think anyone can argue with it.

When you reflect back on your past year, you might find even more things to be pleased about that are specific to you.

So this year, instead of getting strapped in a lack mentality and being motivated to change through shame, I challenge you to come up with your own list.

What are you proud of yourself for this year? What are your triumphs?