Good things

This past few weeks several friends who I've known for years gave me thanks for being a good friend.  On two separate accounts, I was told really positive things about myself- that I've always been there for them, and they're grateful they know me.  I always strive to be a good person, and a supportive friend but always feel like I utterly fail.  I guess it goes along with low self esteem- nothing I do is good enough and I'm a selfish jerk.  It's nice to have outside people who know me well to counter these (probably inaccurate...?) self perceptions.  Its also proof that a little appreciation goes a long way.