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reminder to self 

you're allowed to do things.
you do not need other people's approval for every tiny thing you do.
you do not need to ask permission.
you are allowed to like the things you like, even if others dislike them.
you do not need to like everything other people like.
you are allowed to have needs.
you are allowed to ask for help.
you are allowed to say no.
you have a right to exist, and take up space and resources you need.
you are allowed to not function from time to time.

i think quite a few people might need to hear this too tbh

reminder to self 

@julia I would add:

it's ok to not be well-liked by everyone

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People do a lot of the things from your list because they try to please everyone. But that's plain impossible.

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