self-acceptance
noun
self-ac·cep·tance
ˌself-ik-ˈsep-tən(t)s 
: the act or state of accepting oneself : the act or state of understanding and recognizing one's own abilities and limitations
In each moment you're either practicing self-acceptance—or you're judging yourself.—
Linda Arnold
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And though the film covers themes from self-acceptance to finding your own power, Kang also hopes girls connect with the message of friendship.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 22 Aug. 2025
Reaching that place of self-acceptance was a lengthy process for Vahaly, who had developed a knack for compartmentalization as a pro athlete.
—Max Gao, NBC news, 19 Aug. 2025
What begins as a quest to rebuild his voice evolves into a journey to truly find it—through love, friendship and the rediscovery of identity, self-acceptance and happiness.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025
Obviously, the Harry Potter story is incredibly affirmative and positive and about love and self-acceptance.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2025
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Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 22 Aug. 2025
Reaching that place of self-acceptance was a lengthy process for Vahaly, who had developed a knack for compartmentalization as a pro athlete.
—Max Gao, NBC news, 19 Aug. 2025
What begins as a quest to rebuild his voice evolves into a journey to truly find it—through love, friendship and the rediscovery of identity, self-acceptance and happiness.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025
Obviously, the Harry Potter story is incredibly affirmative and positive and about love and self-acceptance.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2025
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“Self-acceptance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-acceptance. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.
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