It is very easy to lose oneself. If your spouse tells you everyday that you are not good enough, you will lose yourself. You will lose interest in day to day activities. You will lose interest in your hobbies. You will pay less attention to yourself. You will eventually lose interest in your purpose. You will end up in depression and despair.
But, what if you are aware that you are different from others’ perception of you are different? Sometimes, joy comes to you when you decided to stay yourself. Sometimes, life becomes joyful when you take a moment to appreciate yourself. Sometimes a pat on your own back is necessary because no one else will have the time and energy to do tat for you. You are your own caretaker.
Therefore, do not lose yourself. That is all you have.
