What Surprisingly Powerful Changes Occur When You Finally Stop Seeking Everyone’s Approval, According to Science
More importantly, research in psychology shows that constantly seeking external validation can heighten anxiety and reduce authentic connections.
So what actually changes when you decide you’ve had enough of putting on a performance every day?
Below are six common shifts that tend to happen—shifts that can lead to a more grounded, self-assured life.
1. You experience a noticeable drop in social anxiety
One of the first changes I felt when I stopped worrying about how others perceived me was a sense of relief.
