Money...really does often cause more problems than it solves. It's nice to be told you're a good parent, I would imagine. There are so many examples of people who should be parents running around, good homes produce good citizens. Definitely something to be proud of in life!

True, self-esteem is a roller coaster and the things going on at the time can often directly impact how hard we are on ourselves. Everyone is flawed and everyone has baggage, it's what we do with it that matters.

What do you think is a really good quality about yourself or what have you been complimented on in the past?

Have you ever been complimented on those perceived flaws? For instance, I cry really easily when something touches my soul and I've always been embarrassed about it because I felt it made me look weak in front of others and being small and female, that was the last thing I needed. My husband told me it was the most adorable thing he had ever seen and since then I just kind of let it happen and don't try to hide it anymore.

Surely, there are many many great and wonderful things about you that others would appreciate if you let them see those qualities.

Everyone makes mistakes, it's what we do with them that matters. Really. At the end of the day, if someone can't see past the mistakes you've made or are going to make in life then they have no business being in your life in the first place. We all have or will make bad decisions; aside from murdering someone (and other violent crimes) there is nothing you can do or say that you can't recover from. It's scary to have to admit these things, but once it's done it's such a weight off your shoulders that you'll start seeing your obstacles in life less as obstacles and more of a challenge. Challenge yourself to overcome whatever it is you feel you should be ashamed of, you'll feel so much better once you take the tiniest step toward fixing it.

I think in life, we all need one or two really significant successful moments in our lives to propel us forward and if you aren't finding success in the things you're doing then it's time to change those things. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting a different result each time.