Inspiring Self Esteem Quotes by Helen Keller, Laozi, William James, Harvey Fierstein, Brian Andreas, Ralph Waldo Emerson and many others.

Look the world straight in the eye.
Because one believes in oneself, one doesn’t try to convince. Because one is content with oneself, one doesn’t need others’ approval. Because one accepts oneself, the whole world accepts him or her.
Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.
Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim. Accept no one’s definition of your life; define yourself.
There are days I drop words of comfort on myself like falling leaves and remember that it is enough to be taken care of by myself.
Whatever you do, you need courage. Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong.
There is overwhelming evidence that the higher the level of self-esteem, the more likely one will be to treat others with respect, kindness, and generosity.
One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation.
It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.
When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life.
Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim.
Ask yourself what makes you come alive.
Self-care is never a selfish act – it is only good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer others.
You don’t need to be accepted by others. You need to accept yourself.
I think the greatest thing in the world is to believe in people.
Too many people overvalue what they are not and undervalue what they are.
The better you feel about yourself, the less you feel the need to show off.