Price tags belong on things, not people. Yet it’s easy to forget our own value when criticism echoes or comparison scrolls by. History’s thinkers, leaders, and artists faced the same tug of doubt—and answered it with words that still steady spines today.
The quotes below gather that answer. Let them nudge your shoulders back, stiffen your resolve, and remind you that your worth is non-negotiable. Read slowly, pick a favorite for your lock screen, and let each line anchor choices that honor the person you already are.
Self-Worth & Confidence
Confidence starts on the inside, long before applause or titles. These voices urge you to guard that inner spark and believe in your own grounds for greatness.
- “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
- “Self-worth comes from one thing—thinking that you are worthy.” — Wayne Dyer
- “Your worth consists in what you are, and not in what you have.” — Thomas Davidson
- “As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live.” — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
- “Your self-worth is determined by you. You don’t have to depend on someone telling you who you are.” — Beyoncé
- “Once you realize your worth, nothing can stop you.” — Maxime Lagacé
- “You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anyone.” — Maya Angelou
- “Believe in your infinite potential.” — Roy T. Bennett
- “It is confidence in our bodies, minds, and spirits that allows us to keep looking for new adventures.” — Oprah Winfrey
- “You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” — Buddha
- “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
- “To love yourself is to understand you don’t need to be perfect to be good.” — Unknown
- “Never forget how rare you are.” — Unknown
- “The moment you know yourself you have known the most precious thing.” — Osho
- “Self-belief is the foundation for greatness.” — Unknown
Confidence is a daily decision, not a birthright. Speak one of these lines before big meetings or quiet mornings alike, and practice treating yourself with the respect you expect from others.
Boundaries & Respect
Knowing your worth means setting lines that protect your time, energy, and peace. These quotes give you clear language—and courage—to draw those lines.
- “Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option.” — Mark Twain
- “You teach people how to treat you by what you allow, what you stop, and what you reinforce.” — Tony Gaskins
- “Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others.” — Brené Brown
- “Don’t settle for a relationship that won’t let you be yourself.” — Oprah Winfrey
- “Know your worth, then add tax.” — Unknown (popular modern maxim)
- “The moment you start valuing yourself, the world will value you.” — Yogi Bhajan
- “Respect yourself and others will respect you.” — Confucius
- “If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for anything.” — Alexander Hamilton (attributed)
- “The more you love yourself, the less nonsense you’ll tolerate.” — Unknown
- “Cut your losses and move on if they don’t see your value.” — Unknown
- “No is a complete sentence.” — Anne Lamott
- “Boundaries are a part of self-care. They are healthy, normal, and necessary.” — Doreen Virtue
- “When you know your value, you don’t have to beg for a seat at the table.” — Unknown
- “Never apologize for asking for what you deserve.” — Unknown
- “Stay away from anything that doesn’t bring out your greatness.” — Unknown
Healthy boundaries guard the doors through which respect enters. Repeat one of these lines when guilt or pressure knocks, and remember: protecting your worth never requires an apology.
Self-Love & Acceptance
Self-love isn’t vanity—it’s maintenance. These quotes remind you to treat yourself with the same patience and kindness you offer friends.
- “How you love yourself is how you teach others to love you.” — Rupi Kaur
- “To fall in love with yourself is the first secret to happiness.” — Robert Morley
- “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” — Oscar Wilde
- “You are very powerful, provided you know how powerful you are.” — Yogi Bhajan
- “Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do.” — Brené Brown
- “Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.” — Coco Chanel
- “Comparison is the thief of joy.” — Theodore Roosevelt
- “Be gentle with yourself; you’re doing the best you can.” — Unknown
- “Accept yourself, love yourself, and keep moving forward.” — Roy T. Bennett
- “You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress.” — Sophia Bush
- “Low self-esteem is like driving through life with your hand-brake on.” — Maxwell Maltz
- “Your crown has been bought and paid for. Put it on your head and wear it.” — Maya Angelou
- “You were born to be real, not to be perfect.” — Unknown
- “Loving yourself isn’t vanity; it’s sanity.” — Katrina Mayer
- “No one is you, and that is your power.” — Dave Grohl
Self-love plants deep roots; criticism can’t easily uproot a well-tended soul. Let these lines water that ground every day until kindness toward yourself feels as natural as breathing.
Ambition & Goals
Valuing yourself also means believing you deserve the dreams you chase. These quotes fire up ambition and justify bold goals.
- “Know your worth and ask for it.” — Michael Jackson (advice recounted to Boyz II Men)
- “Set your life on fire. Seek those who fan your flames.” — Rumi
- “Do not undervalue what you are ultimately worth because you over-value what you are at right now.” — Unknown
- “The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.” — Rita Mae Brown
- “Don’t downgrade your dream just to fit your reality; upgrade your conviction to match your destiny.” — Unknown
- “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams.” — Henry David Thoreau
- “You deserve the whole sky, not just pocketfuls of stars.” — Unknown
- “Your value doesn’t decrease based on someone’s inability to see your worth.” — Unknown
- “Aim high. You may still fall short, but you’ll soar farther than aiming low.” — Gordon B. Hinckley
- “Never settle for anything less than you want.” — Bo Jackson
- “The minute you settle for less than you deserve, you get even less than you settled for.” — Maureen Dowd
- “If you don’t know your value, someone will tell you your price.” — Unknown
- “Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” — Warren Buffett
- “Big shots are only little shots who keep shooting.” — Christopher Morley
- “Don’t let small minds convince you that your dreams are too big.” — Unknown
Your goals signal the respect you have for your own potential. Keep these words near your planner and dare to charge full price for your talent, time, and vision.
Relationships & Value
The company you keep should mirror the worth you claim. These quotes encourage choosing connections that honor, not drain, your value.
- “Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher.” — Oprah Winfrey
- “You deserve someone who makes you feel like the Sun of their universe.” — Unknown
- “Never chase love, affection, or attention. If it isn’t given freely, it isn’t worth having.” — Unknown
- “Two things you will never have to chase: true friends and true love.” — Mandy Hale
- “If they don’t respect your value, walk away.” — Unknown
- “Don’t allow someone to treat you poorly just because you love them.” — Sonya Parker
- “Know your worth, hold your own power, and don’t ever settle.” — Unknown
- “Love yourself enough to set boundaries.” — Anna Taylor
- “If they cannot see your worth, they do not deserve you.” — Unknown
- “A healthy relationship will never require you to sacrifice your self-respect.” — Unknown
- “Choose people who choose you.” — Unknown
- “Respect is earned, honesty is appreciated, and loyalty is returned.” — Unknown
- “True love and true friends value you without discounts.” — Unknown
- “You deserve the peace you give to others.” — Unknown
- “Life is too short to spend it at war with yourself and the people around you.” — Unknown
Quality connections mirror back the value you claim. Revisit these lines when deciding who gets a front-row seat in your life, and remember: your circle should feel like support, not repair.
Mirror-Minute Ritual
- Stand Tall – Each morning, meet your eyes in the mirror and state one quote from above.
- Name a Strength – Say out loud one skill, trait, or win you’re proud of. Keep it short.
- Set a Worthy Action – Promise one small step today that honors your value (e.g., ask for clarity, take a break, practice a hobby).
Sixty seconds, daily—simple repetition trains the brain to treat your worth as fact, not question.
Final Words
Self-worth isn’t found—it’s claimed, guarded, and practiced. Keep these quotes nearby as steady reminders to never bargain with your value. The world meets you at the price you set; write that number high and step forward like you believe it.