Character Quote by Thorstein Veblen

People with high but unstable self-esteem exhibit the greatest hostility.

— Roy Baumeister

“Self-esteem is not a value that, once achieved, is maintained automatically thereafter; like every other human value, including life itself, it can be maintained…

— Ayn Rand

Self-esteem starts out as a personal blessing, but it becomes nothing less than an evolutionary force.

— Gloria Steinem

“Remind yourself often that self-esteem is ephemeral. You will have it, lose it, cultivate it, nurture it, and be forced to rebuild it over…

— Cherie Carter-Scott

“Delayed arrogance is common in sociopaths. When you first meet, they’ll seem unusually innocent, humble, childlike, and thoughtful. But as time goes by, they…

— Jackson MacKenzie

“A high self-esteem can quickly deteriorate into egotism, arrogance, and an over-confidence that can backfire and turn people off.”

— Susan C. Young

“Throughout the world there is an awakening to the fact that, just as a human being cannot hope to realize his or her potential…

— Nathaniel Branden

Transgression of any kind is always accompanied by a loss of self-esteem.

— Brian Tracy

Self-esteem is like a difficult-to-cultivate flower. It requires frequent nurturing that occurs when you keep your word and follow through on your promises.

— Derrick Bell

Individuals with a good self esteem can accept or reject the opinions of others, but never depend on them for their sense of worthiness.

— Denis Waitley

Who lack self-esteem are lost. I was determined never to relinquish my...

— Demi Moore

People who are insecure about themselves will avoid social comparisons that are potentially threatening to their self-esteem

— Albert Bandura