the way i see it, self esteem is based on one thing: self image if you base how you see yourself on the opinions of those you don't care about, or who don't care about you, then what's the point?
caring about the thoughts of those you are not close to or who don't respect you is a pointless excercise. learn to love yourself for reasons YOU care about.
besides, i am a strong believer that every person on this earth is unique or special in some way. you just have to find out what it is
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He who is not busy being born is surely busy dying- Bob Dylan