By subscribing to Inspiring Quotes you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
In her 1961 essay "On Self-Respect," writer and cultural icon Joan Didion laid out one of the most essential truths about self-love. When we are accountable for our words and actions — and act with integrity even in the face of adversity — we are far more likely to find pride, confidence, and respect for ourselves. Taking responsibility is not always easy, but it’s a worthy pursuit. As Didion wrote, “people with self-respect exhibit a certain toughness, a kind of moral nerve; they display what was once called character.”
17 Quotes That Go Inside the Mind of Virginia Woolf
Funny and Heartfelt Quotes From M*A*S*H
24 Quotes on Practicing Compassion
20 Brilliant Quotes From Pulitzer Prize-Winning Books
20 Enduring Proverbs Written By Ben Franklin
'When You Get, Give': 14 Quotes About Volunteering
12 Quotes on Faith From Religious Leaders Around the World
13 Quotes for Your Next Tattoo
Spark Joy With These Marie Kondo Quotes on Organization
Zora Neale Hurston on Love and Life
Life Lessons From TV’s Most Memorable Moms
