Dignity does not come from avenging insults, especially with violence.”

—Hillary Clinton, United States Secretary of State

“Dignity does not come from avenging insults, especially with violence.” "Retaliatory behavior, especially violence" - Hillary Clinton (U.S. Secretary of State)

"Self-esteem is like a difficult-to-cultivate flower. It requires frequent nurturing that occurs when you. keep your word and follow through on your promises.”

—Derrick Bell, Professor of law

“Self-esteem is like a flower that is hard to grow. It requires constant tending and this is "One's dignity may be assaulted, vandalized and cruelly mocked, but it cannot be taken away unless it is surrendered." ."

—Michael J. Fox, Actor

"A person's dignity may be attacked, destroyed, and mercilessly mocked, but it will not be taken away unless it is first Give up." – Michael Fox (actor)