Self-Acceptance quotes
Welcome to the Self-Acceptance quotes page! Here, you will find a collection of inspirational and thought-provoking quotes that encourage embracing oneself and accepting all aspects of who we are. In a world that often emphasizes self-improvement and comparison, self-acceptance is a powerful practice that can lead to greater happiness and fulfillment in life.
These quotes remind us that self-acceptance is not about self-indulgence or complacency, but rather about acknowledging our strengths and weaknesses with love and compassion. They encourage us to let go of self-judgment and embrace our imperfections as a part of our unique and beautiful journey. Self-acceptance allows us to live authentically, to have confidence in our choices, and to cultivate a deep sense of self-worth.
Whether you are struggling with insecurities, seeking inner peace, or simply looking for inspiration to love yourself more fully, these quotes are here to offer guidance and support. They remind us that self-acceptance is a continuous process, and that it is okay to be a work in progress. So, take a moment to explore these words of wisdom and let them inspire you on your path to self-acceptance.
Remember, self-acceptance is not about perfection, but about embracing the beautiful messiness of being human. May these quotes serve as gentle reminders that you are deserving of love and acceptance, just as you are.
Joyce Carol Oates
— AuthorNever be ashamed of your subject, and of your passion for your subject.
Jorge Luis Borges
— WriterLoneliness does not worry me; life is difficult enough, putting up with yourself and with your own habits.
Sofia Vergara
— ActressI've always been pretty confident. I grew up in a family of strong women, so I was always taught to be proud of who I am, the way I am.
Sarah Vowell
— AuthorWe are flawed creatures, all of us. Some of us think that means we should fix our flaws. But get rid of my flaws and there would be no one left.
Diana Krall
— Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist & PianistI think that I was being much more uptight about those things before. I feel like I really don't have to prove anything at this point other than what I'm doing.
Daniel Craig
— Iconic James Bond ActorI stopped worrying about being desired a long time ago.
Ricky Martin
— MusicianI am proud to say that I am a fortunate homosexual man. I am very blessed to be who I am.
Aisha Tyler
— American actress, comedian, director, and talk show hostI'm black, and black don't crack. It does droop.
Lindy West
— American writer, comedian and activistJust live! Live now! Don't wait, and don't let anyone tell you that you're a work in progress.
Ciara
— American singerI feel the sexiest when I'm by myself, walking around nude. I have this new obsession with nudity, it's really weird. It may sound weird, but I just really love embracing the body.
Reba McEntire
— American country music singer, actress and businesswomanGrowing up is not being so dead-set on making everybody happy.
Bipasha Basu
— Indian actress and modelI have done some tacky films, but then they were all my decisions, and I'm happy to have made those because they have made me who I am.
Regina Belle
— American singer-songwriterI want to be who I am now. I rock my gray hair because it is a blessing. I colored mine for many years, but I've gotten compliments from so many men and women about being brave enough to sport the gray. I even wear it on the cover of my record. I am comfortable in my skin and I want listeners to feel that as well.
Niecy Nash
— American actress, comedian and television hostDon't go telling yourself you're in love with the man he could be; you gotta love the man standing in front of you right now. Simply put, love the person not the potential! Otherwise, he will always be disappointing to you. And whose fault is that?
Glennon Melton
— American author and activistI still get very high and very low in life. Daily. But I've finally accepted the fact that sensitive is just how I was made, that I don't have to hide it and I don't have to fix it. I'm not broken.
Adele
— English singer and songwriterI like looking nice, but I always put comfort over fashion. I don't find thin girls attractive; be happy and healthy. I've never had a problem with the way I look. I'd rather have lunch with my friends than go to a gym.
Alanna Ubach
— American actressIf a woman is comfortable with herself, I think that's what radiates. I think the moment you start questioning your body and looks is when you get into trouble.
Andres Iniesta
— Spanish AthleteSome people like you, some people don't. In the end you just have to be yourself.
Amar'e Stoudemire
— American AthleteBe yourself. Don't try too hard - it shows.
Alyssa Edwards
— American EntertainerDon't be anything you're not. Be yourself. And people will either celebrate that or say, 'It's not for me.'
Alber Elbaz
— Israeli fashion designerMe, as a designer who is not exactly skinny, all I want is comfortable clothes.
Al Roker
— American EntertainerAlways be yourself. At the end of the day, that's all you've really got; when you strip everything down, that's all you've got, so always be yourself.
Adam Rippon
— American AthleteWhen you're not hiding anything, it's just very easy to be yourself - shockingly.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson
— American actor, producer, retired professional wrestler and former American football and Canadian football playerThe single most powerful thing I can be is to be myself.
Jorge Luis Borges
— WriterMy advanced age has taught me the resignation of being Borges.
Sofia Vergara
— ActressIf you're asking if my breasts are natural, yes, this is how I've looked since I was 13 years old.
Ricky Martin
— MusicianI used to look at gay men and think, 'I'm not like that, I don't want to be like that, that's not me.'
Aisha Tyler
— American actress, comedian, director, and talk show hostEvery ethnic group has this where people within it will try and tell each other how they should be. So what I would say to other people is to just embrace who you are because you will become instantly happier.
Lindy West
— American writer, comedian and activistI didn't stop hating my body because my body changed; I stopped hating my body because my mind changed. I realized that the beauty standards I'd grown up striving and failing to meet were artificial and arbitrary, and I could choose to simply say "no" and define my own value.
Reba McEntire
— American country music singer, actress and businesswomanI might have been born just plain white trash / but Fancy was my name.
Niecy Nash
— American actress, comedian and television hostI'm not a perfect mom, but I'm perfect for my kids.
Glennon Melton
— American author and activistYou are not a mess. You are a feely person in a messy world.
Adam Rippon
— American AthleteHonestly, it's really fun to be yourself. It's really fun to be me.
Sofia Vergara
— ActressConfidence is sexy! I'm comfortable with my body and not afraid to show it off
Aisha Tyler
— American actress, comedian, director, and talk show hostI was born in California, raised a vegetarian, and love science fiction, so don't tell me how I need to be in order to fit your standards. When I was younger, those kinds of comments bothered me, but eventually got to a point where I realized I wasn't going to change who I was.
Lindy West
— American writer, comedian and activistI would want people to know that they don't have to hate their body and don't have to be afraid of it, but that it's also okay to feel uncomfortable with it at times. The body positivity conversation often gets sort of oversimplified and flattened into, "Yay! Everyone has to love everything about their body all the time!" And that's not realistic, that's not how bodies work, that's not how emotions work. It's fine to have these kinds of confusing and conflicting feelings.
Niecy Nash
— American actress, comedian and television hostI don't want to be Carrie Bradshaw. I don't want the wedding to be bigger than Big. I'm just grateful to know that the first time I fell in love wasn't the last time.
Glennon Melton
— American author and activistI think when your heart hurts this much it means you opened it wide once- and that is something to be proud of.
Lindy West
— American writer, comedian and activistWhen I started tentatively dipping a toe into fat-positive internet spaces, I learned that reclaiming the term was the quickest and most powerful way to make it stop hurting. If you can say, "Yes, I am fat, and it's okay to be fat," then all of a sudden it doesn't hurt when someone says it to you. And it's also just a descriptor. It's like tall.