Self-respect is the fruit of discipline; the sense of dignity grows with the ability to say no to oneself.

More quotes by Abraham Joshua Heschel

View all
"Get up in the morning and look at the world in a way that takes nothing for granted. Everything is phenomenal; everything is incredible; never treat life casually. To be spiritual is to be amazed."

- Abraham Joshua Heschel

Awareness

"Get up in the morning and look at the world in a way that takes nothing for granted."

- Abraham Joshua Heschel

Awareness

"Get up in the morning and look at the world in a way that takes nothing for granted. Everything is phenomenal; everything is incredible; never treat life casually."

- Abraham Joshua Heschel

Awareness

"We may not know whether our understanding is correct, or whether our sentiments are noble, but the air of the day surrounds us like spring which spreads over the land without our aid or notice."

- Abraham Joshua Heschel

Awareness

"Racism is man's gravest threat to man - the maximum of hatred for a minimum of reason."

- Abraham Joshua Heschel

Awareness

More Self-esteem Quotes

View all
"Self-respect tends to inspire respect from others."

- Nathaniel Branden

Self-esteem

"Don’t let someone else’s opinion of you become your reality."

- Les Brown

Self-esteem

"You are your best thing."

- Toni Morrison

Self-esteem

"Thinking you’re no-good and worthless is the worst thing you can do."

- Nobito

Self-esteem

"No one can make you feel inferior without your consent."

- Eleanor Roosevelt

Self-esteem