Is it easier to accept others than it is to accept yourself?

Is it easier to accept others than it is to accept yourself?
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As a younger person I judged myself more harshly, but in a positive way. What can I do to improve the situation? How can I make things better? How can I do a better job? I still do it every once in awhile, but I don’t have the same energy or drive that I did years ago to make the extra effort to make the changes. I lean towards “Whatever will be, will be” as that old song goes. Also, I’m not one who really judges others. I see what’s before me and if you’re fun and nice, I’ll play with you. : )
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