Hi Pete,

You could list the things you don’t like about yourself and start practicing the opposite. Little by little our actions can bring about changes in our feelings about ourselves.
I can’t think my way into new feelings but I can act my way into a more positive view of myself. Giving of yourself, your time, talents and money, to good causes can make you feel wonderful. Smile whether you feel like it or not. it actually helps. Particularly smile at other people. A smile is a gift that says ” I acknowledge you. “.
I’ve put this in a form of saying what you could do. I’m too lazy to write it again. So I’ll just say that these are the things I do to nourish the best part of myself.
Some things are really easy and fast. i go onto the Greater Good site every day and take a minute to click on sites that give to several great causes. it’s free.
Although I’m not a religious person the description of love from 1st Corinthians is lovely. I need to treat myself with patience and kindness, not boast or carry grudges, not judge others or myself. If you have acted in ways that hurt others you can go to them and clean it up. Apologize and ask if there is anything you can do to make up for your mistake. People are amazingly forgiving when we go to them and admit our wrongs. I suspect you may be carrying guilt. Making amends gets rid of guilt.

All the very best, Lyla