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Dignity

Part of the Human Needs Grid

What is Dignity?

The unconditional recognition that every human being — including you — has inherent value. Dignity cannot be earned or revoked; it is the bedrock of a life lived without shame.

When you might feel dignity

Dignity is a specific form of worth, which itself is a type of esteem. You might experience this feeling in situations where esteem is present, particularly when the circumstances align with the nuances that define dignity.

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