EPISODE · Oct 4, 2026 · 8 MIN
Stop Needing Approval | Learn to Trust Yourself
from What Now Then? · host Jonathon Kelly
Do you question your decisions, compare yourself to others, or worry about disappointing people? Wanting approval is normal. But when your confidence depends on it, you can lose sight of what matters to you. In this video, we explore how to trust your own judgement, recognise approval-seeking, clarify your values and acknowledge your progress—while staying open to useful feedback. Other people’s opinions can be information without becoming instructions. The decision remains yours. Chapters: 00:00 Preview 00:18 When you stop needing external validation 01:06 Wanting approval is normal 02:18 Recognise approval-seeking 03:28 Decide what you value 04:33 Accept being misunderstood 05:35 Learn to validate yourself 06:32 Stop comparing your worth 07:34 The decision remains yours What’s one decision you would make differently if you weren’t worried about other people’s approval? Share it in the comments. If this resonated with you, like the video and subscribe to What Now Then? for more conversations about confidence, mindset and personal growth. #SelfConfidence #SelfWorth #PersonalGrowth
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