Every achievement, big or small, is worth being proud of. This sense of pride comes when we surpass our own expectations or challenge what we once thought was impossible. Praise and words of encouragement are important to reinforce a sense of self-worth. Here is a selection of quotes celebrating being proud of oneself or others, perfect to share with friends, family, or coworkers.
Proud Of You Quotes
- “Believe in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you imagine.” – Roy T. Bennett.
- “I’m really proud of you for having come this far – every single one of you, wherever you are, you’re on your way – you are getting there! And – don’t worry so much! Just – that’s what we need to stop doing – stop worrying so much, and start observing a little bit more.” – Yoko Ono.
- “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson.
- “The more you believe in yourself, the more the world believes in you!” – Isa Zapata.
- “Be proud of your scars. They’re signs that you have a history, that you were hurt – but that you survived.” – Michelle Hodkin.
- “The only person who can pull me down is myself, and I’m not going to let myself pull me down anymore.” – C. JoyBell C.
- “Never be ashamed of a scar. It simply means you were stronger than whatever tried to hurt you.” – Unknown.
- “Acknowledge all of your small victories. They will eventually add up to something great.” – Kara Goucher.
- “The more you feed your mind with positive thoughts, the more you can attract great things into your life.” – Roy T. Bennett.
- “Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.” – Maya Angelou.
- “Your dreams are worth fighting for.” – Mandy Hale.
- “Never bend your head. Always hold it high. Look the world straight in the eye.” – Helen Keller.
- “Always be proud of yourself and understand that it’s your individuality that makes you who you are.” – Nikki Sixx.
- “In order to feel proud, you need to have been in touch with your original impulse that comes from within.” – Barbra Streisand.
- “The only pride of a worthy person lies in his or her efforts.” – Dada Bhagwan.
- “It takes great deal of courage to stand up to your enemies, but even more to stand up to your friends.” – J. K. Rowling.
- “Self-pride is preferable to being egotistically proud because the pride in self can induce a person to be humble.” – Eraldo Banovac.
- “Show respect even to people who don’t deserve it; not as a reflection of their character, but as a reflection of yours.” – Dave Willis.
- “If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking for permission.” – Eddie Colla.
- “Every single person on the planet has a story. Don’t judge people before you truly know them. The truth might surprise you.” – Pravinee Hurbungs.
Remember, being proud isn’t about arrogance or self-importance; it’s about acknowledging hard work, resilience, or personal growth.
These quotes serve as a reminder to all of us to pat ourselves on the back and say “I’m proud of you” more often, not just to others, but to ourselves too.