Need for approval

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If you want to be happy, give up these nine things: the need for approval, the need to impress others, the need to always be right, dwelling on the past...

In our hyper-connected world, it’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that every passion must be monetized, every hobby turned into a side hustle, and every talent showcased for likes and followers. There’s a relentless pressure to become a ‘somebody’—to prove our worth through external validation, as if others’ approval defines our purpose. But there’s a quiet revolution stirring, one that celebrates the pure joy of simply being and doing what we love, free from any agenda.⁣ ⁣ Imagine…