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What does it mean?
Dunst praises her mother for building her self-esteem and teaching her to accept both flaws and strengths.
In plain terms
Her mom taught her to love herself, flaws and all.
What can you take from it?
Self-esteem often comes from supportive parenting.

Where it applies

  • raising children
  • personal development
  • family relationships

Putting it to work

  • cultivate self-acceptance
  • value parental guidance

Questions to consider

  • How did your parents build your confidence?
  • What does self-acceptance mean to you?

Another view

Not everyone receives this kind of support from parents.

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