Validation Won't Save You - Confidence

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There’s nothing more devastating to your relationships than your own ego. In this episode, I’m breaking down the patterns that keep us stuck in comparison, insecurity, and why nothing ever feels like enough. I’m sharing how I’ve been navigating my own ego, including a real story about an uncomfortable moment in my relationship. I also get into what to do when you’ve outgrown certain friendships or relationships, and why checking your partner’s IG following might say more about you than them. This is a full breakdown on self-trust, ego, and learning how to stop needing external validation.Chapters:00:00 Ego Is Lying to You39:58 How to Navigate Relationships You've Outgrown49:19 Checking Their IG Following: Harmless or Insecure?Work with me, sign up for the newsletter, or take the dating quiz: ⁠⁠https://confidencechris.com/

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This episode was published on June 29, 2025.

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There’s nothing more devastating to your relationships than your own ego. In this episode, I’m breaking down the patterns that keep us stuck in comparison, insecurity, and why nothing ever feels like enough. I’m sharing how I’ve been navigating my...

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