Self-esteem
The person's self-esteem also plays a role. While those with positive self-esteem respond to reciprocal liking, those with negative self-esteem seem to prefer working with people who are critical of them.
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Famous quotes containing the word self-esteem:
“Children who have a poor self-esteem tend to be more prejudiced; those with higher self-esteem are more open-minded.”
—Verna Simpkins (20th century)
“if self-esteem were easy to impart, everyone would have it.”
—Fred G. Gosman (20th century)
“Having an identity at work separate from an identity at home means that the work role can help absorb some of the emotional shock of domestic distress. Even a mediocre performance at the office can help a person repair self-esteem damaged in domestic battles.”
—Faye J. Crosby (20th century)