To me, self-esteem is not self-love. It is self-acknowledgment, as in recognizing and accepting who you are.

Dare to be different. Find the courage to accept that you may always fit in, and the peace within to stop looking for the approval of others. Just be the amazing being that you are. People who shine the light of who they truly are, are inspiring to others.

Self-love, self-esteem.

If you could literally 'rid' yourself of your problems by voicing them, I'd be all for it. But since that isn't so, why not reserve the spoken word for functional interactions and witticisms, if not declarations of love?

I used to look in the mirror and feel shame, I look in the mirror now and I absolutely love myself.

You must love yourself before you love another. By accepting yourself and fully being what you are, your simple presence can make others happy.