Definitions: (1) succeeding in life essentially unaided; (2) made by one’s own efforts
Quotes:
• Manufactured objects testify to who made them; they describe values. — Sir Jonathan “Jony” Paul Ive (1967-) British & American designer
• Being self-made means never making an excuse as to why you can’t take steps toward whatever your goal is. — Ermias Joseph Asghedom [aka: Nipsey Hussle] (1985–2019) American rapper