What is the difference between being selfish and having self-respect?

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When I say no to people or put my needs first I am often told I am being selfish. But I feel like I am just finally setting boundaries. How do you know if you are being appropriately self-respecting or actually selfish?

riley_hall · Accepted Answer

Selfishness is prioritizing yourself at the expense of others. Self-respect is prioritizing yourself without intentionally harming others. Saying no is almost never selfish.

lily_allen · Answer

Anyone who calls you selfish for having boundaries is usually someone who benefited from you having none.

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