The psychology of approval-seeking: How constantly trying to be liked, accepted, and validated by others can slowly disconnect people from their real personality, emotional independence, and sense of self-worth
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 08, 2026, 17:12 (IST)
Constantly seeking external approval erodes self-confidence, leading to emotional dependency and a fear of rejection. This habit makes individuals question their own judgment, as their sense of worth becomes tied to others' ever-changing opinions. True self-worth, experts suggest, stems from self-acceptance, valuing personal principles, and understanding that not everyone will agree.