# What do you like about yourself? **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [June 24, 2003, 8:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121 "2003-06-24T20:22:20Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Belrix](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ed655f/32.png) [@Belrix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Belrix)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2003, 8:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/1 "2003-06-24T20:22:20Z")
Too much negativity - time for something positive. It’s not “how screwed up are you” or “what’s your hangups?” It’s time to _find something you like about yourself_. There’s a list of things I don’t like about myself, some changable, some not. But, things I like about me (in no particular order): [ul] [li]I’m tall[/li][li]I can sing - I sing in the church choir & have done some minor roles in local musicals.[/li][li]I’m a good father and a pretty-good husband.[/li][li]I’m good at my job and, I think, decently respected by my coworkers.[/li][li]I’m decently smart - probably not national merit scholar smart but probably brighter than the average person.[/li][/ul] There’s more but it’s a good starter list. What do you like about yourself? ---
**Author:** ![Kalhoun](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/3bc359/32.png) [@Kalhoun](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kalhoun)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2003, 8:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/2 "2003-06-24T20:33:07Z")
I make people laugh. I’m a hard worker. My kid likes me. I’m fairly well-read. I’ve got good taste in music. ---
**Author:** ![twickster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ec9cab/32.png) [@twickster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/twickster)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2003, 8:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/3 "2003-06-24T20:47:48Z")
I think I’m hysterically funny. ---
**Author:** ![UrbanChic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/u/9dc877/32.png) [@UrbanChic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UrbanChic)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2003, 8:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/4 "2003-06-24T20:57:18Z")
Me, too, twickster. I crack myself up. I plan to rely on my wicked sense of humor when my spectacular rack eventually succumbs to gravity. I’ve got a great sense of style (black hosiery with white shoes? check!). I also speaks real well. ---
**Author:** ![Syntropy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/65b543/32.png) [@Syntropy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Syntropy)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2003, 8:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/5 "2003-06-24T20:59:24Z")
My hair. Really pretty deep red.(as opposed to the day-glo stuff I had growing up) And it smells good. my cooking skills; I am a KICK ASS cook. And baker. ---
**Author:** ![FairyChatMom](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/fairychatmom/32/21825_2.png) [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2003, 9:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/6 "2003-06-24T21:09:06Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by JuanitaTech \* > \*\* I plan to rely on my wicked sense of humor when my spectacular rack eventually succumbs to gravity. \*\* Definitely a wicked sense of humor there! Cracked me up! As for me, um: I like my natural hair color. I’m a pretty good problem-solver - not like Dear Abby, but like “Why the heck isn’t this thing working???” problems. I multi-task well. I’ve become more outgoing and less self-conscious in my old age! 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Anahita](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/a9a28c/32.png) [@Anahita](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anahita)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2003, 9:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/7 "2003-06-24T21:17:30Z")
I’m a better mom than my mom was to me. Our child is our top priority in life (my partner and I). I am good at the nose-roll in quarters. I’m very relaxed in the classroom (I’m a teacher). That’s about all I have at present. It’s not a particularly great day. ---
**Author:** ![MaddyStrut](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/dbc845/32.png) [@MaddyStrut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MaddyStrut)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 2:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/8 "2003-06-25T02:15:40Z")
I am a good public speaker. I’m particularly proud of this because I used to prefer intense physical pain to speaking in front of a group of people. But, in my job, I have to give speeches frequently, so I did it often enough I got comfortable. Then I got good. Then I got _really_ good. Now, I’m a total attention-grabbing ham! ---
**Author:** ![green\_bladder](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/73ab20/32.png) [@green\_bladder](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/green_bladder)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 3:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/9 "2003-06-25T03:28:29Z")
I get along with everyone I’ve got a clear, deepish voice and good speaking ability I remember names, faces and telephone numbers very easily Quite laid back Sense of style (although it does get annoying sometimes) Now that was awkward. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Lobsang](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lobsang/32/4067_2.png) [@Lobsang](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lobsang)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 3:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/10 "2003-06-25T03:39:46Z")
[ul] [li]I am tall (and not gangly. I have some weight)[/li][li]I can solve just about any technical problem at work[/li][li]My boss said I was the most intellectual person in the company[/li][li]I have incredibly good close-vision[/li][li]I am polite and kind to everyone, even people I despise.[/li][li]I make computer shop employees nervous (by knowing what I am talking about)[/li][li]I possess a kind of coolness that I admire - When other people are getting excited/hyper about something, I am remaining poker-faced. (althought this can cause problems when people are trying to make me laugh - I can find something funny, but not react to it. I often have to force a smile)[/li][/ul] ---
**Author:** ![Trancey](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/f9ae1b/32.png) [@Trancey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Trancey)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 3:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/11 "2003-06-25T03:53:55Z")
-I’m tall too, 😛 -I love my eyes. -People think I’m hilarious -Very outgoing -I don’t waste time on pointless stuff -I’m not a “dumb-ditzy-blonde-female” -I have common sense (not alot of people have this trait) -I’m a good driver -I don’t care about what people think of me ---
**Author:** ![Violet](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/v/ebca7d/32.png) [@Violet](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Violet)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 4:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/12 "2003-06-25T04:11:30Z")
I like the fact that I am adventurous and enjoy traveling solo. 🆒 ---
**Author:** ![BadBaby](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/71c47a/32.png) [@BadBaby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BadBaby)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 4:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/13 "2003-06-25T04:21:35Z")
–I can do all that Martha Stewart stuff, without the bitchiness and superiority complex. Well, mebbee a little attitude. –I’m honest. –I’ve been told I have pretty hair. –I’m a darned good teacher. Really; I’ve got the t-shirt and the plaque. –I’m always there for my friends and family. –I keep trying, keep learning. –Not a bad artist. Eesh, already I’m embarrassed. Why is it so hard to pat yourself on the back? ---
**Author:** ![Zenster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/cdc98d/32.png) [@Zenster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zenster)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 4:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/14 "2003-06-25T04:26:37Z")
Second time better be a charm. My first post to this thread was hamster chow. Ready for a shocker? I _really_ love to cook and do it pretty d@mn well. Playing a dozen different musical instruments and being a natural bass is a pleasure. Composing songs and writing lyrics is just as enjoyable. There are few antiques anyone can place before me whose function and approximate price I am unable to guess. This helps my collecting adventures a lot. A sharp eye for decor assists my photography skills very nicely too. Being well read makes for better than average conversation, especially about world events. A smattering of several languages helps to get along with people from all over the world. The cooking and language ability is a big plus when ordering in restaurants. Lots better service when you know the argot. Knowing how to wrench on a car and build houses is sure handy. A good knowledge of electronics and programming makes consumer electronics and computers a lot less intimidating. An ability to draw well plus analyse artwork of any sort frequently ends up with gallery staff asking about my training. Background in biology and botany makes nature walks fun and food shopping a lot easier. Fast reflexes contribute to a good driving record and fewer accidents around the house. Most of all, an ability to remain young at heart makes for lots more fun when playing with children and animals. This is one of the most uplifting experiences of all. ---
**Author:** ![Urban\_Ranger](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/u/e9c0ed/32.png) [@Urban\_Ranger](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Urban_Ranger)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 4:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/15 "2003-06-25T04:57:50Z")
What do I like about myself? Mostly everything 😛 Sure, some things can be improved, like getting a killer ab, having more money, learning more, etc. Hm, my best part seems to be I am optimistic. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![sirtonyh](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ad7895/32.png) [@sirtonyh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sirtonyh)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 6:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/16 "2003-06-25T06:21:57Z")
- I’m the only 33 year old single male I know who isn’t a chef who can actually cook. - I’m reasonably intelligent. Not in Einsteins’ league or anything but probably above average - I’m the most adventurous person I know - I don’t have a single racist, sexist or homophobic bone in my body - I like my hair. It is natural blonde. ---
**Author:** ![Lobsang](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lobsang/32/4067_2.png) [@Lobsang](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lobsang)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 7:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/17 "2003-06-25T07:46:17Z")
I just got a raise (not an inflation-based one either). I like that about myself. ---
**Author:** ![Lobsang](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lobsang/32/4067_2.png) [@Lobsang](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lobsang)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 7:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/18 "2003-06-25T07:48:40Z")
c’ept I’m not supposed to talk about it. Pretend you didn’t read my previous post. ---
**Author:** ![MeanOldLady](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/meanoldlady/32/10737_2.png) [@MeanOldLady](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MeanOldLady)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 7:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/19 "2003-06-25T07:54:29Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by sirtonyh \* > **- I don’t have a single racist, sexist or homophobic bone in my body** Are some of your best friends black? I’m kidding. Anyway, I like pretty much everything about myself. I’m smart, I’m nice (sometimes), I make people laugh, am at least somewhat pleasant, honest, plus I’m hecksa cute. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Odinoneeye](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/97f17d/32.png) [@Odinoneeye](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Odinoneeye)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2003, 11:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121/20 "2003-06-25T11:14:25Z")
I’m a great father (still working on the step-father part) I can be a great listener I know more useless knowledge than anyone else I know I go out of my way to help friends in need I make a great lasagna [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-like-about-yourself/184121.md?page=2)