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Saying "NO" to seeking outside validation

Journey Tribe Podcast

Release Date: 10/17/2024

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Breaking Free from the Need for Outside Validation:

How often do we find ourselves waiting for approval from others before we feel worthy or capable?

Explore the roots of validation-seeking:

common triggers: 

  - Social media comparisons

  - Fear of rejection or failure

  - Seeking praise in relationships or work

 

The Impact of Relying on Outside Validation:

- It creates a constant cycle of needing more validation to feel good, which can leave us feeling empty or unfulfilled.

  - You end up living for other people’s expectations instead of your own desires.

  - It stifles personal growth because you’re afraid to take risks that others might not approve of.

- Mental and emotional effects: 

  - Anxiety and stress over trying to meet expectations.

  - A lack of confidence or never feeling “good enough.”

  - Struggling to make decisions without outside input.

How to Break Free from the Need for Validation:

Shift your mindset to self-validation**: 

  - The first step is recognizing that your worth doesn’t come from others—it comes from within. Learn to appreciate your own value and accomplishments, even without external praise.

  - Practice self-awareness: When you feel yourself seeking validation, pause and ask, "Why do I need this approval?" Recognize the trigger and consciously shift the focus back to yourself.

- Set internal goals: 

  - Instead of chasing external approval, focus on what YOU want to achieve. Set goals based on your desires and values, not on what others expect of you.

- Develop self-compassion: 

  - Treat yourself with the kindness and understanding you often seek from others. Celebrate your small wins, even if no one else notices.

  - Affirmations: Start your day with affirmations that reinforce your worth and ability.

- Build resilience to external criticism: 

  - Not everyone will approve of or understand your path—and that’s okay. Learn to separate constructive feedback from opinions that aren’t serving your growth.

  - Trust your intuition and decisions without constantly second-guessing yourself based on others' reactions.

  

Practical Tips and Daily Practices:

-Gratitude practice

-Journaling

-Detox from external noise- Take regular breaks from social media or environments that push you to seek validation. Spend time doing activities that bring you joy without needing to show it to anyone else.

Surround yourself with supportive people: Choose friends, mentors, or coaches who encourage you to trust yourself rather than depend on their approval.

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