3,770 Quotes About Self-esteem

To me, self-description is a calamity.

There is graciousness and a kind of urbanity in beginning with men by esteem and confidence. It proves, at least, that we have long lived in good company with others and with our selves.

Confidence is one of the sexiest things.

Who would not want an illness that has among its symptoms elevated and expansive mood, inflated self-esteem, abundance of energy, less need for sleep, intensified sexuality, and- most germane to our argument here-"sharpened and unusually creative thinking" and "increased productivity"?

Those who are not looking for happiness are the most likely to find it, because those who are searching forget that the surest way to be happy is to seek happiness for others.

Each of us is something of a schizophrenic personality, tragically divided against ourselves.

Be an artist at whatever you do. Even if you are a street sweeper, be the Michelangelo of street sweepers.

No man can have much kindness for him by whom he does not believe himself esteemed, and nothing so evidently proves esteem as imitation.

The ultimate mystery is one's own self.