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“Let's not hate ourselves. We are all we have. We cannot change anything until we accept that. I cannot do this alone. I don't love myself enough to do it alone, but I can do it if we have a pact, if I am keeping up my end of the bargain. I have been a longtime perpetrator of hate crimes against…” quote by Margaret Cho
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“Let's not hate ourselves. We are all we have. We cannot change anything until we accept that. I cannot do this alone. I don't love myself enough to do it alone, but I can do it if we have a pact, if I am keeping up my end of the bargain. I have been a longtime perpetrator of hate crimes against myself, and I am turning myself in. I have had enough.”

Margaret Cho

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast, Margaret Cho, 2022

Self-acceptance is essential before any external change; personal healing requires acknowledging and loving oneself.

In simple terms: Love yourself before you can help others.

Key Takeaway

Practice self-compassion and seek supportive community.

Themes

self‑care mental health community accountability healing

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • support groups
  • personal journaling
  • peer accountability

Key Concepts

Self‑love addiction personal responsibility emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can you take to nurture self‑acceptance?
  • How can community support reinforce personal growth?
A Different Perspective

Self‑love alone may not solve systemic issues.

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