How long are you going to let someone else predetermine your own life path?
Seeking approval from others only stops you from following your precious dreams. You should never let anyone stand in your way and be in control of your own life. Instead of giving the wheel to someone else, take it in your own hands, and start building your own happiness surrounded by the people who support and love you.
Next time you wish to seek the approval of others, keep in mind the following reasons why you should stop doing it.
1. You waste valuable energy.
If you look at the bigger picture, everything in the entire Universe is made out of energy. That’s why you need to value yours and stop wasting it on seeking others’ approval. It’s just not worth it. Instead of giving your valuable energy away for nothing, try cutting off unnecessary actions, or people if needed.
2. It’s impossible to please everyone.
Besides, you don’t have to. Not everyone will agree with you all the time, and that’s alright. Plus, nobody really likes people-pleasers. Trying to please others will most probably make everyone happy, but you. What about your own happiness?
The truth is, even at your best behavior, someone will find a flaw or an imperfection and will point it out. So instead of worrying about what would people say, work on your own self-growth and your own happiness.
3. Everything in your life is up to you.
You need to trust yourself more because you are the one in control of your life. No one else has the right to tell you how to live your life. All the answers you need are within your heart and your mind. Besides, no one knows you better than your own self. Often people have no idea what to do with their lives, so don’t expect them to know better for yours. You should be your own beacon of hope.
4. You may stop following your dreams.
While seeking the approval of others, you might forget to listen to your heart and follow your dreams. Ask yourself, what is the first thing you worry about when you make an important decision. If it’s the reaction of others, then you need to reconsider your priorities. Never let someone else stop you from fulfilling your personal goals. The right people will never make you sacrifice your dreams for them.
5. You get to reconnect with yourself.
If the relationship you have with yourself is healthy and steady, all your other relationships will be too. When you stop seeking others’ approval and start to look for guidance from within you, everything else will come into place. You will finally be able to clarify your life goals and do what it takes to accomplish them. All you have to do is trust your journey and have a little faith. As long as you remain true to yourself, you will be free to follow the path you’ve chosen for yourself.
6. You will finally feel free.
All the decisions in your life are up to you. You have the strength and the will to take over your life and stop letting others define you. You have your own unique journey, and it is your right to take your own steps freely and confidently, regardless of what others may think or say. Never forget that you are the master of your own faith. No one can take that away from you.
7. You will no longer waste your time.
It may be a huge cliché, but life is short. That’s why you need to stop taking your time on Earth for granted and giving it away for the wrong people. You need to accept that not everyone will like you, not everyone will agree with you, and it’s not your job to please anyone at the cost of your own happiness. So, stop seeking the approval of insignificant people, and start investing your time in the valuable things in life.
