selvaksept
Selvaksept, or self-acceptance, refers to the constructive acknowledgment of all aspects of oneself, including strengths, weaknesses, emotions, and past experiences, without excessive self-criticism or denial. It involves recognizing one’s intrinsic worth independent of achievement or social approval and accepting both positive and negative traits as parts of the whole person.
Historically, selvaksept is associated with humanistic psychology and thinkers such as Carl Rogers, who emphasized unconditional
Dimensionally, selvaksept includes cognitive, emotional, and behavioral aspects: nonjudgmental awareness of thoughts, tolerance of distress, and
Research associates higher self-acceptance with lower symptoms of depression and anxiety, greater life satisfaction, and better