“I am worthy of respect and kindness.”

This is true no matter what I do or don’t do. My worth doesn’t depend on my mistakes or my flaws.

I treat myself with kindness each day. I speak to myself the way I would speak to a good friend. I don’t call myself names. I don’t put myself down when things go wrong.

I deserve respect from others too. I don’t accept poor treatment just to keep the peace. I speak up when someone crosses a line. I walk away from people who don’t value me.

Kindness starts with how I treat myself. I forgive my own mistakes. I give myself credit for trying. I rest when I need rest. I don’t push myself past my limits just to please others.

I know my worth isn’t tied to what I achieve. I am valuable simply because I exist. My feelings matter. My needs matter. My voice matters.

I surround myself with people who lift me up. I choose friends who show me care. I let go of relationships that drain me or hurt me.

Respect and kindness are not rewards I have to earn. They are things I deserve right now, just as I am. I remind myself of this every day. I believe it more each time I say it.