Feels Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
“Remember, no one can make you feel inferior without being related to you and repeatedly questioning why you're in nonprofit.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 1948
Self‑esteem is independent of others’ judgments; questioning one’s role in nonprofit work should empower, not diminish.
In simple terms: You control your self‑worth, not others’ opinions.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate confidence and purpose in service.
Themes
self‑esteem
empowerment
service
identity
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- volunteer onboarding
- leadership training
- mission alignment
- career counseling
Key Concepts
human rights
nonprofit leadership
psychology
social impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reaffirm your value in service?
- What practices strengthen confidence amid criticism?
A Different Perspective
Overcoming systemic bias and internalized doubt can be challenging.
![“The [nonprofit] sector is the natural home of nonmajoritarian impulses, movements and values. It comfortably harbors innovators, maverick movements, groups which feel they must fight for their place in the sun, and critics of both liberal conservative persuasion.” quote by John W. Gardner](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cd6/john-w-gardner-7687_conservative_the-nonprofit-sector-is-the-natural-home_796115.jpg)
