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What does it mean?
A man's value equals how much he values himself.
In plain terms
Your worth depends on your self esteem.
What can you take from it?
Build your self worth to increase your value to others.

Where it applies

  • self improvement
  • interpersonal relations
  • leadership

Putting it to work

  • cultivating confidence
  • setting boundaries

Questions to consider

  • How much do you value yourself?
  • Does others opinion change your self view?

Another view

External achievements often define worth too.

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