This Is How To Talk About Yourself Without Apologizing For It

Learning to love yourself can be difficult. Why do we say ‘sorry’ instead of ‘thank you’ when we share something difficult with a friend? According to artist Yao Xiao, we should be thankful for the kindness of our friends instead of thinking ourselves a burden.

We couldn’t agree more. Her simple, colorful cartoons are powerful food for thought.

So remember, don’t apologize for who you are, rather, thank your friends for who they are. Sorry, not sorry.

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