Self respect is one of the best gifts you can give to yourself. Also, you cannot love and respect others unless you love and respect yourself. Understand that you are unique and special. You need to realize this and live with self-love.
Self Respect
I learned to accept myself today
With all my blemishes
And failings
And skeletons on the shelf
Accept yourself and be bold
Long ago I was told
One cannot love another less
Until he loves himself more
Love cannot be found
By looking out
It must come from within
On stealthy legs
Unbidden
Now I love you more
And the world is warmer
Because I will march
To a better drummer
Love springs forth
On its own
If the launch
Is strong
Love does not walk alone