Character Quote by Joan Didion

The willingness to accept responsibility for one's own life is the source from which self-respect springs.

— Joan Didion

“Character — the willingness to accept responsibility for one’s own life — is the source from which self-respect springs. Self-respect is something that our…

— Joan Didion

People with self-respect exhibit a certain toughness, a kind of moral nerve; they display what was once called *character,* a quality which, although approved…

— Joan Didion

“A solid sense of self develops from confronting yourself, challenging yourself to do what’s right, and earning your own self-respect.”

— David Schnarch

“We strive to decide our own fate. We act with self-reliance, trusting in our own abilities. We accept responsibility for our conduct and for…

— Jeffrey K. Liker

“Great self-respect is as often manifested in forbearance as in resentment.”

— E.D.E.N. Southworth

“In appropriate sacrifice, the self maintins a solicitude for itself amid caring for others. It also feels a strong connection to other people. Growing…

— Stephanie Golden

“By taking a personal interest in other people’s lives, you are demonstrating selflessness, grace, and respect.”

— Susan C. Young

“self respect. self reliance. self control.”

— John Dos Passos

“Personal responsibility is the willingness to completely accept choices that we have made throughout our life.”

— Dr. Asa Don Brown

“Grounded by healthy self-esteem and personal self-worth, this admirable character quality can inspire awe and reverence.”

— Susan C. Young

“Self-acceptance always precedes genuine self-surrender and self-transformation.”

— David G. Benner