Quotes About Self-worth

I want to say something subtle, but I can't. It's that, now that no one loves me, I don't mind.

I'm signaling to others that I'm good.

I say I don't know how to make them accept me.

My mom always said, 'Don't date a guy who thinks he's prettier than you.'

It's hard to pinpoint the precise moment when we internalize others' assessments; it's usually not just a single experience but rather a series of moments that bruise the spirit and lead us to distrust ourselves and those around us. And then we wake up at age seventeen or twenty-five or thirty-seven and realize we don't know the last time we've lived life only to please ourselves.

you don't value me, then I must not be valuable.

If you don't value me, then I must not be valuable.

At times, my own energy has been saying, "I'm cool with the bare minimum, don't give me more." Without knowing it, I stunted my growth because I was scared to be magnificent and doubtful that I was. If you asked me at age 22 whether I thought I was worthy, I would have answered loud and proud, "Yes!" But it's possible to declare a woman's worth and yet not fully know your own.

The most important thing to remember is that you can wear all the greatest clothes and all the greatest shoes, but you've got to have a good spirit on the inside. That's what's really going to make you look like you're ready to rock the world.

It was a vicious cycle, though. The more gratification we found in our own geniuses, the more isolated we grew.

Sexual shame is in itself a kind of death.

I don't deserve that,' said Cadvan. 'Love isn't about deserving. It just is.

At least I won't die a slave," Maerad answered. Proud words, she thought, but she meant them.

I can feel Luke behind me, his weight shifting. "I'm a human being," I tell the waitress quietly. "I am not your entertainment." There may be a change in those eyes, a softening. But I'm not sure. It's probably my imagination. Luke hands me my purse and phone, which is still powered off. I may never turn it on again.

This book is dedicated to all the women out there who no longer have the patience or desire to put up with any nonsense.

In this culture, where energy and egotism are rewarded in the young and good-looking, plain aging women are supposed to be self-effacing, uncomplaining--to take up as little space and breathe as little air as possible.

Sticks and stones may break my bones; But names will never hurt me When I die, then you'll cry for the names you called me.

We want men to admire us for our courage, our characters, and our intellect, not just our beauty.

I don't look to a man to get pride in myself. It's not about having a black president, it's about having a good president, and I think that's the most important thing.

Clearly, Boundary Setting 101 is not typically a part of a child's education. If anything, most of us have been conditioned to not set boundaries as a way to avoid the negative reactions of others. The ability to set boundaries to take care of yourself begins with the belief that your "self" is worth caring for.

We can't control the way others treat us, but this book will show you how to tell them, in a positive and productive manner, how you feel about being treated poorly. Even more important, it will bring you closer to the God who wants nothing more than to hold you in the palm of His hand and love and protect you regardless of your circumstances.

that, we are not the type of people who chase down others who spurn us.

Keep your chin up. Eventually, you will meet someone who cares about your opinion. I'm so sorry I'm not her.

Will you still want me if I'm poor, Kat?" "What kind of question is that?" "No. Seriously. You're the planner. Simon's the genius. The Bagshaws are the muscle. And Gabrielle is . . . Gabrielle. But what am I, Kat? I'm the guy who writes the checks." "No. You're the most naturally gifted inside man I have ever seen. And I was raised by Bobby Bishop." She made him look into her eyes. "I don't care about your money.