I need to remember, from time to time, that I can do stuff and I know stuff.

I spend so much time telling myself bad things (about myself and what I do) that I forget to take credit where credit is due.

For example, my MS Word on my computer decided to pitch a fit.  It removed the “Normal” template that I had set up. 

I knew what was wrong and I knew how to fix it and I fixed it.

Not everyone (particularly people of my advanced years) can do that.

I try to be patient and kind with people (emphasis on try and no promises on follow-through); but I seem incapable of treating myself with the same patience and kindness.

That’s not right.

I know it’s not right. 

I know I should stop doing this.  I just have to do it.