I also know that as children of God we should not demean or vilify ourselves, as if beating up on ourselves is somehow going to make us the person God wants us to become. No! With a willingness to repent and a desire for increased righteousness always in our hearts, I would hope we can pursue personal improvement in a way that doesn’t include getting ulcers or anorexia, feeling depressed or demolishing self-esteem. That is not what the Lord wants.”
