Self demotivation...and all that fun stuff!

I have decided that I will no longer get down on myself!! It happens waaaaaay too often. I get down on myself and then I'm depressed and feeling unmotivated and unlovable!
I know I am not alone in this process. There are so many who feel this same way. Where does it come from? Why do I get so stinkin' hard on myself and feel like I'm worthless?
Late last night, I found my answer! I wanted to share it. I was reading a talk given by Russel M. Nelson, given back in 1989. Here are a few excerpts that opened my eyes:

"Of course, there are times when a woman’s ability to endure is taxed to the limit. A teacher may have had enough of childish pranks, or a mother might be heard to say she’s “ready to resign.” She could become discouraged, especially if comparing herself unrealistically to others or focusing on what she is to do instead of on what she is to be.
Her self-esteem cannot be based on physical features, possession or lack of a particular talent, or comparative quantities of anything. Her self-esteem is earned by individual righteousness and a close relationship with God. Her outward glow is generated by goodness within. And her patience is much more apparent than any imperfection. (See D&C 67:13.)
Sweet serenity is found in fervent prayer. Then, we forget ourselves and remember the reaching hands of the Savior, who said, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” (Matt. 11:28.) As our burdens are shared with Him, they do become lighter.
Feelings of worth come when a woman follows the example of the Master. Her sense of infinite worth comes from her own Christlike yearning to reach out with love, as He does."

"Her saintly calling is opposed by Satan. He would shatter the family unit and demean the worth of woman. He would triumph if one man would offend or fail to honor her, or if one woman would deny her infinite worth and behave beneath her dignity. The vulgar portrayal of her beauty as an object of lust, the vile invasion of her private purity, should provoke righteous indignation from all caring people.
The gospel has been restored in these latter days so that the light of the Lord can prevail over efforts of the adversary. This day has long been prophesied. The Lord has promised worthy Saints of our time: “Upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit.” (Joel 2:29.)
A woman’s richest rewards will come as she rises to fulfill her destiny as a devoted daughter of God. To all faithful Saints He has promised thrones, kingdoms, principalities, glory, immortality, and eternal lives. (See Rom. 2:7; D&C 75:5; D&C 128:12, 23; D&C 132:19.) That is the potential for women in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is exalting, everlasting, and divine."

When I read these words, I feel uplifted and grateful that I have this potential! In the past, I have chosen to allow the advasary to sway me and pull me down. Now, knowing that I have a choice, makes such a difference! I will choose to remember that I am a daughter of God who has divine worth!
I love having the opportunity and blessings of being a stay-at-home mom! Even though I am learning and growing everyday and I still fall short at times, I know that my Father in Heaven always has open arms for me to "come unto Him," become whole in spirit and know who I am in His sight!