True. Those that are loved and supported, especially at a young age, are more likely to develop self-love. And those that love themselves are more likely to surround themselves with loving people.
I like that way of putting it, that you can’t expect better treatment than what you give to yourself. I’d add that, if I’m not treating myself well in a particular moment, it’s irrelevant whether someone else is trying to respect or love me, because I won’t allow myself to feel or appreciate it anyway.
wordsfromanneli says
It’s a bit of a vicious circle. If someone loves you, you have more confidence and you can love yourself more. And vice versa.
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
True. Those that are loved and supported, especially at a young age, are more likely to develop self-love. And those that love themselves are more likely to surround themselves with loving people.
Maxima says
Good morning, how are you ? Beautiful post my dear friend!Have nice day
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
You too, my friend!
aviralkulshreshtha says
Incredible quote Kristin… Thanks I will save it on my laptop.. 🙂
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Great! Have a terrific day!
stuartart says
The last half of that spells it out doesn’t it. 🙂
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
I think so. True in many ways. Enjoy your Wednesday, Stuart.
lvsrao says
So, true.
Self-respect and self- confidence.
colormusing says
A good reminder– thank you!
Amy says
Once you build your self-esteem, how others treat of think about you may be less important to you.
Todd Lohenry says
Reblogged this on Wholeheartedness and commented:
Well said and well done!
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Thank you, Todd 🙂
Chris Edgar says
I like that way of putting it, that you can’t expect better treatment than what you give to yourself. I’d add that, if I’m not treating myself well in a particular moment, it’s irrelevant whether someone else is trying to respect or love me, because I won’t allow myself to feel or appreciate it anyway.
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Yes. Have a terrific day!
purple pineapple says
No truer words have been spoken!
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
🙂
Shannon says
Couldn’t have said it better. So…when is your own book of inspiration hitting the bookstores, hm? You know I’ll buy a copy…
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Thank you so much for sharing my post with your readers!