Steps to Improving Self-Esteem
I got this from a website. i just cant remember what it was. to the one who wrote this, thanks! :)

Note: i found the site! i copy-pasted this article from (http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/mental_health/self_esteem.html#a_Steps_to_Improving_Self_Esteem)

If you want to improve your self-esteem, here are some steps to start empowering yourself:
Try to stop thinking negative thoughts about yourself. If you're used to focusing on your shortcomings, start thinking about positive aspects of yourself that outweigh them. When you catch yourself being too critical, counter it by saying something positive about yourself. Each day, write down three things about yourself that make you happy.

Aim for accomplishments rather than perfection. Some people become paralyzed by perfection. Instead of holding yourself back with thoughts like, "I won't audition for the play until I lose 10 pounds," think about what you're good at and what you enjoy, and go for it.
View mistakes as learning opportunities. Accept that you will make mistakes because everyone does. Mistakes are part of learning. Remind yourself that a person's talents are constantly developing, and everyone excels at different things — it's what makes people interesting.
Try new things. Experiment with different activities that will help you get in touch with your talents. Then take pride in new skills you develop.

Recognize what you can change and what you can't. If you realize that you're unhappy with something about yourself that you can change, then start today. If it's something you can't change (like your height), then start to work toward loving yourself the way you are.
Set goals. Think about what you'd like to accomplish, then make a plan for how to do it. Stick with your plan and keep track of your progress.

Take pride in your opinions and ideas. Don't be afraid to voice them.

Make a contribution. Tutor a classmate who's having trouble, help clean up your neighborhood, participate in a walk-a-thon for a good cause, or volunteer your time in some other way. Feeling like you're making a difference and that your help is valued can do wonders to improve self-esteem.

Exercise! You'll relieve stress, and be healthier and happier.

Have fun. Ever found yourself thinking stuff like "I'd have more friends if I were thinner"? Enjoy spending time with the people you care about and doing the things you love. Relax and have a good time — and avoid putting your life on hold.

Reviewed by: D'Arcy Lyness, PhD
Date reviewed: March 2009

hehe... these are the things we should always remember... so you guys with low spirits, these are reminders for you. thanks to the writer of this article.

superman

just look at his eyes. arent they beautiful? wow.....

ate and i watched superman returns yesterday.. that was an awesome movie... loved the effects.. loved the actor... naks.... haha

yesterday, june15, was a pretty long day... had cheering practice.. sang in a videoke bar w/ collegues in greenbelt mall, and met w/ ayi and mygz. supposedly i was going to the hospital to visit my uncle but i didnt go cuz i was sneezing (in not allowed to visit. hehe)

twas a fine day.

irish pinoy outing

sighs...i'm really gonna miss the irish pinoy family ... for these past few weekends, i've been with my family going to outings, mostly swimming, hanging out at mamang's house and going to the mall eating, watching football in san mig, drinking coffee, window shopping and skating.

i really enjoyed ate liza's visit. it was nice to know how kuya larry's like behind all those pictures. he's like daddy, he seems to be a good man and has a good sense of humor too. :) i only remember some events of ate liza being around in the phils. but this is the only visit that i really was able to see how she gets along w/ her kids and kuya larry. she's like a teenager .cool mom... :) the kids have all grown up. beautiful kids, they are. Brian, already 17, loves alternative rock music, looks like harry potter (as a lot of people say) and is a soccer player. kieran, age 13, is the mr. suave of ireland. he loves taking pictures of himself ('i should be a model' as he mentioned once) and loves the girls' attention (hehe.naks).... ahehehe.. and timmy boy, a typical 10 year old, who questions a lot, who loves sports/ any kind of challenge and loves pancakes and noodles. he has the most beautiful, sparkling eyes ive ever seen. when i see tim, the jingle of one of the baby colognes on tv plays at the back of my head (the beautiful eyes jingle. hehehehe)....

im going to miss the kids... when they come back, they'll all be grown ups. but im happy they came home.