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“If a thousand others love you, but you do not like yourself, someone else's love never will suffice.” quote by Dorothy Briggs
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“If a thousand others love you, but you do not like yourself, someone else's love never will suffice.”

Dorothy Briggs

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Self‑love is essential; external love cannot compensate for low self‑esteem.

In simple terms: Love yourself before seeking others.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate self‑esteem.

Themes

self‑love confidence self‑esteem relationships identity

Mood

reflective empowering

Type

Confidence:1 Doubt:0 Like love:0 Love:0 Love yourself:0 Self esteem:0 Love Like:0 Thousand Love:0 Love Suffice:0

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • mindfulness
  • affirmations

Key Concepts

self‑worth psychology personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you practice self‑love?
  • Can you trust others without self‑trust?
A Different Perspective

External validation may be fleeting.

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