Affirmations of Your Basic Rights:
♥ I have a right to be who I am and to harmlessly live my own life regardless of whether others don’t like it.
♥ I don’t have to feel guilty for not behaving as others might want me to or for not giving others what they expect of me.
♥ I accept myself just as I am in the moment with whatever thoughts and feelings I have.
♥ I accept my right to my imperfection and shortcomings and don’t feel guilty for not being perfect.
♥ I believe that we should do unto others as we should have them do unto us and that is to be treated with love and respect.
♥ I believe that if I am true to myself and live by the highest truth I know, things will turn out for the best in the long run.
~- Robert L. Veninga
“Never excuse or enable anyone to compromise your self respect and dignity.” ~ Sue Rosenbloom
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