I guess right now it is normal that my mom comes into play in so many things that I think about.
So...my mom was about "fairness" in life. Being fair with others. Giving others a chance.
AND my mom, I believe taught me alot about liking myself in the manner that you speak of here.
I think when we like ourselves we lose the need to prove it to others. It just "is", and it is represented in such a healthy manner. I love..IF we can embrace that feeling. I love it even more when someone finds their comfort zone, and the sparkle returns to their eyes, when they really and truly discover that they do indeed like themselves. It helps everything in life.
Liking ourselves makes us feel more alive.
Just my morning ramblings..
Thanks Dan..
Hope