He Quote by Samuel Johnson
“He that undervalues himself will undervalue others, and he that undervalues others will oppress them.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Vanity of Human Wishes, 1749
Undervaluing oneself leads to demeaning others; undervaluing others leads to oppression.
In simple terms: Self‑respect shapes how we treat others.
Respect yourself to respect others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- leadership
- relationships
- team building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your self‑value say about your treatment of others?
- How can you foster mutual respect?
Self‑esteem can be fragile; external validation may be needed.