What is the difference between self-respect and pride?
Self-respect is the recognition of worth in oneself. Remember that God sent His Son to save you, so He must think you are worth it! A person who has self-respect will take care of her body and will not go around feeling ashamed or inadequate. A person with self-respect will be able to make a realistic estimation of whether or not she possesses the skill necessary to accomplish a given task. She will not be afraid to ask for help if it is needed, nor will he be afraid to try something new due to a fear of failure. A person with self-respect may say “I don’t know if I can do that or not, but I know I can try!” A person with self-respect is happy to share skills with others, to teach them, and to serve them. She recognizes that her gifts come from God.
