Constantly seeking validation from others is like running on a treadmill that never stops—you’re putting in all the effort, but you’re not really getting anywhere. The more you mold yourself ...

How girls are seeking (and subverting) approval online From selfies to shout-outs, girls are using social media both to build up and break down their self-image By Caroline Knorr ...

All of us seek support, love and encouragement from our close friends and family, which also includes validation. “When something good happens to us, we want to tell those closest to us.

Today, we want to explore why many women seek expert validation, what's behind that longing for approval, and how to channel that need into healthy and enriching relationships. More Than Approval ...

By accepting this, you’ll feel less compelled to seek validation from others and more confident in forging your path. Accepting your choices without needing to justify them can be liberating and boost ...

When we urgently aim to please other people, we’re seeking approval of self from outside sources. And whenever we reach for something in the outside world to give us what we should be giving ...

Instead of seeking validation from others, ask yourself first. If you do receive validation (encouragement or acknowledgment) recognize the praise and acknowledge it, then stop.

By Aderinola AbimbolaNigerian Afrobeats singer Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, also known as Simi, has spoken against seeking external validation and living for the approval of others.The singer took to ...

Validation is a strong drug, and if you're trying way too hard for others to like and accept you, you're addicted to approval. 13. You fish for compliments. It often doesn't get any clearer than this.