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If I am not good to myself, how can I expect anyone else to be good to me?
"If I am not good to myself, how can I expect anyone else to be good to me?"— Maya Angelou
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Meaning of this quote
Self-respect can influence the standards a person accepts in relationships. The question encourages treating yourself with care rather than waiting entirely for outside approval.
Key takeaway:
Include yourself in the care you offer other people.
Origin of the quote
Commonly attributed to Maya Angelou.
Who actually said this?
Commonly attributedThe located entry gives no original interview, speech, or book passage. The attribution remains unverified.
