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Affirmation Quotes

Words that build people up, one line at a time.

One memorable line frames humor itself as an affirmation of dignity, a quiet declaration that people rise above whatever troubles them. See more in our Stale quotes.

Humor is an affirmation of dignity, a declaration of man's superiority to all that befalls him.

Quotes by Romain Gary

Every sentence I utter must be understood not as an affirmation, but as a question.

Quotes by Niels Bohr

Well, for one thing, in the tradition of Zen that I've practiced, there is no prayerful worship and there is no affirmation of a deity.

Quotes by Leonard Cohen

I'm an artist; affirmation is like catnip to me.

Quotes by Andrea Riseborough

Frequently Asked Questions

What does affirmation mean across these quotes?
It ranges from a philosophical stance on questioning, to humor as dignity, to an artist's hunger for praise.
Is there a quote linking humor to dignity?
Yes, one line describes humor as an affirmation of dignity and a declaration of rising above hardship.
Do any quotes discuss spiritual practice?
Yes, one reflects on a Zen tradition that includes no prayerful worship or formal affirmation of a deity.
Is there a quote about seeking praise as an artist?
Yes, one speaker compares affirmation to catnip, admitting how strongly they're drawn to it. See our Stale quotes for more.
What's the overall spirit of this affirmation quotes collection?
It explores affirmation as both a personal need and a philosophical stance, rather than a single simple idea.

Another voice admits that praise feels almost irresistible to an artist, while a third reflects on practicing faith without formal declarations of belief. Continue with Jock Sturges quotes and Lev Grossman quotes.