Practice selfvalidation from "summary" of Unfuck Your Brain by Faith G. Harper, PhD, LPC-S, ACS, ACN
Self-validation means acknowledging and accepting your own feelings, thoughts, and experiences as valid and important. It involves recognizing and honoring your own internal reality without needing external validation or approval. When you practice self-validation, you are essentially saying to yourself, "I see you, I hear you, and I believe you." This can be a powerful tool for building self-esteem and confidence, as it helps you develop a deeper sense of self-awareness and self-acceptance. Self-validation is not about seeking validation from others or trying to prove your worth to anyone else. It is about cultivating a sense of inner trust and respect for yourself. By validating your own experiences and emotions, you are essentially giving yourself permission to feel what you feel and think what you ...
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