I think that your perspective on what others value deeply is a root belief that can lead to a life of substance abuse. Others are not as cruel as you imagine t

I think that your perspective on what others value deeply is a root belief that can lead to a life of substance abuse. Others are not as cruel as you imagine them to be. You are the one holding yourself to this unkind standard. Yes there are some who are happy to join you in this belief, but that does not make it any less harmful or less your own choice. There is no inherent command to look for reasons to continue to feel that you are not worthwhile. There are other things to discover that are equally as convincing if you give them a look.