David Brooks sez:

When times get tough, it’s really important to believe in yourself. This is something the Democrats have done splendidly this year. The polls have been terrible, and the party may be heading for a historic defeat, but Democrats have done a magnificent job of maintaining their own self-esteem. This is vital, because even if the public doesn’t approve of you, it is important to approve of yourself.

Or how about this:

When you're down, and confused ...And you don't remember who you been talking to ...And if you can't be with the one you love, honey ...

...love yourself instead?

It's a bit masturbatory, but as Woody Allen says, don't knock it, it's sex with someone I love.