Does self-worth define you?

My worth is based on my faith. God tells me I am a princess because I belong to Him. I don't care what anyone here on Earth thinks of me, as long as I please the Lord. I know I am a good person because I try my best to live for God and to treat others the way I want to be treated. I am worth a whole lot in God's eyes.

Unless I am of value to others, I have no worth. Whatever grace or favour I receive, I must show that I am worthy of it by returning its value to the giver. Worship is the acknowledgement by others of the value of something or someone. There is no meaning or purpose to anything unless it has value or can show its worthiness to them.

My worth? Everyone is worth it as long as they are useful. Use gone and worth gone too. That is the reason when I help others and put them above my own needs, I try not to expect much in return. I have been disappointed and hurt when expectations are there.

The only opinion that matters is the opinion you have of yourself. Live for yourself not others.

This is an interesting discussion. In my belief system, I derive my worth from my relationship with God. A very significant part of this relationship involves loving the people He created and loves. It also involves seeing Him in others, even if they don't believe the same things I do. Because we are all deeply imperfect, I've learned that it's best not to find worth in others. I don't believe that I'm meant to do that. However, I can still love and care for them. My own shortcomings often prevent me from doing this as I should, but that is my goal, at least.

I have always felt that my self-worth comes from within. If I feel I am doing something worthy - whether that's raising a family, helping to educate people about special needs, helping a friend with a parenting conundrum, crocheting a dishcloth, or stepping into the role of clergy to give counsel to someone in need - then I know I am contributing to my community.

Being social creatures in a society that needs one another to function I think we all depend on others in some form. However, I don't personally feel my self worth depends on others and how they see me/what they do around me. I'm content with my sense of self and confident in my self. That said, obviously we are judged and assessed by what we say, what we do, what we believe. In certain contexts (like in a job) we're measured by what we do, how we work with others, etc. I don't think one's self worth should be tied to other's expectation BUT I do think our own sense of self worth needs to be confident and sufficient, but not cocky and narcissistic. We need to value ourselves for own sake but also having high self worth reflects well on how we navigate the world around us, which others do see and experience as "you."

I feel we all are happy if others give value to our opinion, knowledge, etc. But our worth does not meander around what they wish to hear, feel, etc. Our worth comes from our thinking and actions following our thoughts. If we start pandering to others needs, wishes, desires, somewhere we will be dissatisfied because we would KNOW that is NOT what we want. Secondly, we would end up resenting those friends whose desires, etc., we are bending backwards to fulfill, once we realize that our wishes and thoughts are different. To an extent we all do bend to be cohesive in the society. But beyond some level we each have thoughts which may agree with some folks at times and with other folks at other times. The fact remains that those are unique set of thoughts and they are ours and they are what define us.

No, I know myself worth and I don't care how others will treat me for as long as I know I am not doing any harm to them.

There is that need to be felt wanted and to be recognised but at the same time, I would not want to depend on anyone for my needs. From experience however I have noticed that there is no gratitude shown. I still reach out as that gives me satisfaction.

Interesting and well thought out question. I try not to depend on anyone for anything , which is virtually impossible these days. Trust of people in general is at an all time low with me. May be sad to say, but do not care what they see my self worth as. Family is a bit different and most know I will be there when they need me to be. That is all that matters to me. The rest either sell me short or just are in it to get benefits for them. If people in general really cared about helping other people's self worth . They might find less materialistic ways and lose the what have you done for me lately attitude to determine someones worth. For being there for someone who can offer you nothing in return should be the bar for most people in general, but does not seem to be a very common practice.

Man is a social animal . He needs society and friendship. But I also like privacy too.

I taught public school in lower socioeconomic areas for over 40 years. I also helped found a city, design it and was a city commissioner there for about nine years. I raised a daughter and helped start my grandsons off right. My self worth depends upon doing what I think is right. My goal has always been to leave this planet, city, school, family, etc. better off than I found it.

Friendship and Family really matters to me and I guess how I'll treat can be consider my worth. If I'll treat them poorly then I only have little worth but if I'll treat them with care and respect I can say that I have great worth :)

I don't think my self-worth depend on someone else. I know who I am, even though others may not see the gems in me, I am confidence with myself. Sorry to hear that it seems like you don't have anyone there to back you up and support you. I still believe in family and friends, and I know they will always be there whenever I need them, especially my family.

lately, my worth depends on my kids. usually when needs financial help they will help me physically to get it. seems sad but I have found it to be true

my worth revolves around my chess skills right now. It drives me crazy

a most interestin' query 'n from the sounds'r it perhaps yer dealin' with some folks who sorta see ya's a doormat? i don't put much faith'n folks myself, ne'er worried 'bout what they think nor how they act. mankind can be a most selfish beast. i've yet to figure my purpose'n life. jest do the best i can 'n don't fret if'n those i've been 't the aide'f 're there fer me'n my time'f need'r not. i like to think i'm purty self-sufficient :)

My worth depends on my relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. He has a perfect plan for my life, and I am willing to let Him direct me. He can use to be a blessing to others.

You have put the finger on the very pulse. The change that the internet has brought has made reliance on others superfluous. But society itself is dependent on interactive support. Er...any aliens around?