Do nice things for yourself that bring you pleasure. Do as much for yourself as you would a good friend. Balance what you do for others and what you do for yourself. Realize that you are just as important as others are. Let others take care of their own needs more often.
Life involves give and take.
Both are important. Be active in a civic or social organization in your community. Use positive affirmations or positive self-talk every day. Make a list of your positive traits and put it on the refrigerator. Read them several times a day.