15 Quotes to Reflect on Before Going on a First Date

Because we can all use a little reminder on our dating journeys of how amazing we are.

Remind yourself of your worth and tap into self-love before going on a date. Here are some self-love quotes to read and give yourself a self-esteem boost before going on a first date. 

  1. “You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” -Buddha

  2. “No one else is you and that is your superpower.” -Unknown

  3. “You are not hard to love.” -Unknown

  4. "It's not your job to like me... it's mine!" -Byron Katie

  5. “Accept yourself as you are right now.” -Lisa Lieberman-Wang

  6.  “No matter what you look like or think you look like you’re special and loved and perfect just the way you are.” -Ariel Winter

  7. “The way to develop self-confidence is to do the thing you fear and get a record of successful experiences behind you.” -William Jennings Bryan

  8. “You are divine. Accept it.” - Deborah Bravandt

  9. "You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody."- Maya Angelou

  10. “Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.” -Oprah Winfrey

  11. “Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you! Shout loud, ‘I am lucky to be what I am!...’” -Dr. Seuss

  12. “Why should we worry about what others think of us, do we have more confidence in their opinions than we do our own?” -Brigham Young

  13. “Don’t waste your energy trying to change opinions … Do your thing, and don’t care if they like it.” -Tina Fey

  14. “You are enough just as you are.” -Meghan Markle

  15. “You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” Buddha

You have to start somewhere. But, if you are tired of saying that, and are feeling isolated in the fact that you are still going on dates when it appears your friends or family have all settled down, consider joining one of our dating support groups! Being a part of a dating group will help you ease back into dating and prepare for dating again. In our groups you will: learn ways to manage and adjust, share experiences and relate to others, find mutual support, process your dates and any challenges that may arise, gain confidence through focusing on self-love, build your self-esteem, develop dating and coping skills, set boundaries, learn your love languages, learn to maintain healthy romantic relationships, manage rejection, practice mindful dating, navigate dating apps, and identify your needs, values, and non-negotiables.

Meet Ciara

Ciara leads groups on dating and also acts as a coach and therapist at our practice.

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