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Self Respect

You believe that valuing your own worth and maintaining dignity leads to a more fulfilling and empowered life.

The "Self Respect" political ideology, also known as "Self-Respect Movement," originated in India in the 1920s. It was initiated by E.V. Ramasamy, commonly known as Periyar, a social activist and politician. The primary objective of this movement was to achieve a society where backward castes have equal human rights, and have the right to live with dignity and self-respect. It was a socio-political movement that aimed to remove the hierarchical, oppressive caste structure and promote equality among all individuals.

The Self-Respect Movement was a radical departure…  

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…5mos5MO

How does respecting ourselves change the way we interact with the environment around us?

 @9J23XD2from Ontario answered…4mos4MO

Depending on the mood we may be in, Specific activities can impact other people or environmental parts of the activity.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

How can someone recover their self-respect after feeling disrespected by others?

 @9L5GT2Bfrom Ontario answered…2mos2MO

To recover self-respect after feeling disrespected, acknowledge your feelings, practice self-care, set boundaries, seek support, and let go of resentment.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…5mos5MO

Have you ever made a difficult choice to stay true to yourself?

 @9J24HNRfrom Ontario answered…4mos4MO

Yes, it still is. I genuinely don't know whether or not I am who I believe I am. I don't know if how I act with my friends is really me, or if once I'm back home leaving myself to rot in my room and do nothing is actually me. I rarely feel productive. I don't if I can stay true to myself every single day it's the same exact thing in school and home. The events you always hear on media are never good and this just causes me to spiral down to feeling like I shouldn't do anything at all because how is my life going to get better if every day I'm surrounded by topics I shouldn't be hearing.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

In a time of peer pressure, how do you hold on to your self-respect?

 @9HNYFDSfrom Ontario answered…5mos5MO

I hold on to it greatly and dont fall into peer pressure

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

How does self-respect affect your relationships with others?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2mos2MO

How have recent world events influenced your personal perception of self-respect?

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What internal values do you consistently put into practice, regardless of external pressures?

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Which personal traits do you honor and refuse to change for anyone?

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How does your personal definition of success relate to self-respect?

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How do you maintain self-respect in a society that often values material success?

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What small act of self-kindness made a big difference in your day?

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Have you ever stood up for a stranger and how did that make you feel about yourself?

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How do you balance the need to belong with staying true to yourself?

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When have you chosen the harder right over the easier wrong?

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How does acting with self-respect change your outlook on future challenges?

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How do you balance being accommodating with maintaining your self-respect?

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Can you describe a situation where you felt proud to uphold your principles?

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What steps do you take to avoid compromising your self-respect?

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What's one thing you admire about yourself that others may not know?

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In what ways have you shown courage that made you respect yourself more?

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How do you nurture your self-respect during challenging times?

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When faced with a difficult choice, how do you ensure you respect your values?

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What does 'standing up for yourself' look like in everyday life?

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Have you ever felt empowered by setting boundaries, and what was the result?

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How can we respectfully disagree with others while maintaining our own self-respect?

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When has speaking your truth positively impacted your life?

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How do your personal achievements shape the way you view yourself?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3mos3MO

How does the act of forgiving yourself relate to the concept of self-respect?

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How can acknowledging one's weaknesses be a demonstration of self-respect?

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What does it mean to you to 'respect yourself in the morning' after making a tough choice?

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How do cultural norms and expectations around you challenge or support the practice of self-respect?

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How does the idea of self-respect shape your vision of a just and equitable society?

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How can we use healthy dialogues in our communities to reinforce individual self-respect?

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Have you ever changed your opinion or actions to avoid conflict, and did it affect your self-respect?

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How do you differentiate between self-improvement and changing for others?

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Can one's career choices reflect their level of self-respect, and if so, how?

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Why is it important to respect others’ opinions even when they vastly differ from our own?

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How can embracing diversity in others improve our own sense of self-respect?

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When was the last time you felt confident in a decision despite others' disagreement?

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How do you deal with situations where your values conflict with those around you?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

How do you find the courage to speak up when you feel your self-respect is being compromised?

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What's a personal rule you've made to ensure you stay true to yourself?

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Do you think self-respect requires self-compassion, and if so, why?

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How do you celebrate your accomplishments without waiting for others to recognize them?

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What does it take for you to trust your own judgment over the crowd’s?

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Share a time when you had to advocate for yourself – what was the outcome?