self-worth

Three Rules to Find Happiness by Letting Go of Others’ Judgments

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Three Rules to Find Happiness by Letting Go of Others’ Judgments

Three Rules to Find Happiness by Letting Go of Others’ Judgments Happiness often hinges on how we navigate relationships, but seeking others’ approval can dim our joy. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen letting go of external judgments reduce anxiety by 15%, per a 2020 Journal of Social Psychology study (Lee … Read more

Are You an Echoist? How This Trait Impacts Your Mental Health

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Are You an Echoist? How This Trait Impacts Your Mental Health

Are You an Echoist? How This Trait Impacts Your Mental Health Echoism, a lesser-known counterpart to narcissism, describes people who prioritize others’ needs over their own, often to their detriment. Psychologist Audrey Tang, cited in HuffPost, explains echoism as a tendency to reflect others’ desires, rooted in upbringing with narcissistic influences. As a psychology professor … Read more