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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How Maja Chwalińska found her way to the French Open semifinals on a journey of self-acceptance.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The concept, previously presented in European animation settings including Annecy, was pitched as a YA story about mental health, identity, online hostility and self-acceptance.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 1 June 2026
The mother of five, who has been outspoken about self-acceptance and body positivity for decades, has lost over 60 lbs.
—Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 27 May 2026
Don't apologize, appreciate In her work, Zahrai has noticed that people who struggle with self-acceptance apologize a lot.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 12 May 2026
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Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The concept, previously presented in European animation settings including Annecy, was pitched as a YA story about mental health, identity, online hostility and self-acceptance.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 1 June 2026
The mother of five, who has been outspoken about self-acceptance and body positivity for decades, has lost over 60 lbs.
—Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 27 May 2026
Don't apologize, appreciate In her work, Zahrai has noticed that people who struggle with self-acceptance apologize a lot.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 12 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for self-acceptance
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“Self-acceptance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-acceptance. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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