Self-respect (also referred to as “appraisal self-respect”) is the belief that someone deserves dignity and regard because ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Small commitments to yourself may feel trivial — but psychologists say they may ...

Tension: Our sense of identity frays when we allow others to define our worth. Noise: Conventional wisdom teaches us “just be confident,” but offers no real insight into boundaries and self-advocacy.