Childhood Trauma Makes You Desperate to Fit In #344

It’s human nature to seek approval. We often mold ourselves to meet the expectations of others – friends, family, colleagues – just to feel accepted. But what happens when that approval never comes, or worse, when it leaves you feeling empty? I used to be there for years – giving more of myself even when I felt unappreciated, saying yes when I was already stretched thin, being a people pleaser, and constantly trying to fit in. I thought it would finally make me feel whole. But instead, it left me feeling anxious, unappreciated, and burnt out. So why do we do that? Why are we so quick to become what others want and lose touch with who we really are? It’s because many of us are still carrying the wounds of childhood trauma. We were told to be quiet, to follow the rules, and that our worth had to come from outside sources – whether that was from family, school, or friends.  So we continue seeking that approval as adults, unaware that we’re still acting out of old patterns of rejection and abandonment. In this episode, I’m sharing how I stopped seeking validation from others and started healing myself. I talk about unlearning toxic patterns and breaking free from the need to be accepted by everyone. Tune in to learn how to reclaim your energy, heal yourself, and step into your greatness – without needing anyone’s approval but your own. Let’s dive in and stop trying to fit in once and for all.⁤​​ Key Takeaways:  Intro (00:00) Importance of self-love and boundaries (03:32) Seeking approval sabotages your relationships (07:15) Break free from old habits (10:52) Change happens through inspiration or desperation (14:05) Creating a plan for real, lasting change (17:05) The power of self-awareness in everyday life (19:21) Additional Resources: 👉 Get your ticket to my live event in London 👉 Join our Community To Access Luke’s Free Trainings  👉 Get free VIP access to my latest success training here 👉 Want to learn more about our 20-week program? Schedule your roadmap call with my team. 👉 Check out my⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠     - - - Reach out to me on social media: 🔹⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠⁠  🔹⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠  🔹⁠ ⁠Instagram podcast⁠⁠   🔹⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠⁠   The Luke Mind Power Podcast is an empowering show committed to helping you unlock your full potential and transform your life. Follow the podcast on your favorite app so you never miss an episode! BENEFITS DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not substitute professional medical and health advice. Luke is not a psychologist or holds any degrees from university. Luke Chlebowicz's approach and this podcast is intended for educational purposes only. We, of course, want the best results for you, and the Information provided by this podcast or our company is not a substitute for individual medical advice. ⁠🔹⁠⁠ ⁠TERMS OF SERVICE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.