dignity

The wild nature has a vast integrity to it. It means to establish one's territory, to find one's pack, to be in one's body with certainty and pride regardless of the body's gifts and limitations, to speak and act in one's own behalf, to be aware, alert, to draw on the innate feminine powers of intuition and sensing, to come into one's cycles, to find what one belongs to, to rise with dignity, to retain as much consciousness as possible. -Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Women Who Run With The Wolves, Singing Over The Bones, P10.

Rincewind stared, and knew that there were far worse things than Evil. All the demons in Hell would torture your very soul, but that was precisely because they valued souls very highly; evil would always try to steal the universe, but at least it considered the universe worth stealing. But the gray world behind those empty eyes would trample and destroy without even according its victims the dignity of hatred. It wouldn't even notice them.

I see you and St. John have been quarrelling, Jane,' said Diana, 'during your walk on the moor. But go after him; he is now lingering in the passage expecting you - he will make it up.'I have not much pride under such circumstances: I would always rather be happy than dignified; and I ran after him - he stood at the foot of the stairs.

The radiance of dignity and grace creates a profound elegance which exists whether anyone is watching or not.

Dignity is an inherent value and human virtue which represents the best of mankind.

Do you see dignity & grace as a state of emotional and spiritual being or a physical projection of courage and class? Perhaps they describe both.

A wonderful place to start is to seek role models who exemplify this way of being and try their style on for size.

Grace is an attitude of generosity toward our fellow humans. We are not easily offended and do not look to judge and label others. With a spirit of graciousness, we are amiable, benevolent, and charitable.

You will be stuck with you for the rest of your life so learn to be your own best friend. Take a moment, look at yourself in the mirror, and say, __ love you._ It feels awkward at first. Do it anyway. Begin a great friendship with YOU!

Gracious pride is a powerful motivator and an exceptional quality. It drives a person to strive for excellence, keep promises, not give up, be more resilient, maintain optimism, and hold their head high while enduring challenge and change.

Dignity impacts how you are perceived and received when making a first impression.

With awareness and practice, even the most awkward people can learn how to be both fluid and purposeful in their bearing.

Dignity impacts everything in your life. It affects the quality of your internal world for how you see, feel, and think about yourself.

Likened to __till waters run deep,_ a dignified person is able to call upon their wisdom and experience to discern a situation and expertly navigate it with grace.

Dignity impacts the quality of your external world in your relationships, communications, and interactions.

Dignity is a gracious pride without narcissistic projection. It portrays a calm confidence and awareness regardless of the environment or circumstances.

Grounded by healthy self-esteem and personal self-worth, this admirable character quality can inspire awe and reverence.

Dignity is pride__ barometer.