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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The Rare Impact Fund was founded by singer and actress Selena Gomez in 2020 as part of her commitment to addressing mental health and self-acceptance.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
That a-ha moment — one that pushed him toward a path of self-discovery and self-acceptance — has been a prominent theme in Riccoboni’s journey as an artist and as a person.
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
Themes of self-acceptance, discovering one’s true potential, the power of friendship, and embracing the unknown are all wrapped in a quirky, adventurous comedy.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Sarah’s arc is one of requisite change through radical self-acceptance.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
That a-ha moment — one that pushed him toward a path of self-discovery and self-acceptance — has been a prominent theme in Riccoboni’s journey as an artist and as a person.
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
Themes of self-acceptance, discovering one’s true potential, the power of friendship, and embracing the unknown are all wrapped in a quirky, adventurous comedy.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Sarah’s arc is one of requisite change through radical self-acceptance.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 29 Oct. 2025
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“Self-acceptance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-acceptance. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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