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To free us from the expectations of others, to give us back to our

To free us from the expectations of others, to give us back to ourselves – there lies the great, singular power of self-respect. – Joan Didion

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Americans are uneasy with their possessions, guilty about power, all of which is difficult for Europeans to perceive because they are themselves so truly materialistic, so versed in the uses of power. – Joan Didion

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Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for others guides our manners. – Laurence Sterne

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If I despised myself, it would be no compensation if everyone saluted me, and if I respect myself, it does not trouble me if others hold me lightly. – Max Nordau

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Self-respect permeates every aspect of your life. – Joe Clark

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In order to preserve your self-respect, it is sometimes necessary to lie and cheat. – Robert Byrne

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