Being yourself Quote by Beverly Engel
“Positive and powerful: Sometimes people won't like me, and it's okay. Positive and powerful: I like me, and that's all that matters. Positive and powerful: It's more important what I think of me than what someone else thinks of me.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Self‑Esteem Workshop, 2019
Self‑acceptance outweighs external approval; personal validation is paramount.
In simple terms: Value your own opinion over others'.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize self‑respect over others' judgments.
Themes
self‑esteem
confidence
acceptance
validation
independence
Mood
empowering
confident
Type
motivational
self‑help
When to use this quote
- daily affirmations
- social media use
- career feedback
- relationship boundaries
Key Concepts
psychology
personal development
mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- What standards do you set for self‑approval?
- How do you balance self‑love with growth?
A Different Perspective
Over‑emphasis on self can ignore constructive criticism.
