Today, external validation often dictates our choices and decisions, and the journey to trusting oneself can feel like a radical act of self-love and empowerment. But how does one cultivate this ...

My patient Jim went to work on a Monday feeling quite down as his depression caused him to feel most mornings (names and details are changed). His weekend was spent alone, and his thoughts of suicide ...

In some relationships with family, friends or coworkers, you may disagree with choices that the other person is making, or hold a different opinion than them on a topic you're both passionate about.

Validation shows that you’re there, you get it, and you care. It’s not praise, problem-solving, or agreement. Below, Fleck shares five key insights from her new book. Listen to the audio version—read ...

Small commitments to yourself may feel trivial — but psychologists say they may form the foundation of genuine self-respect, resilience and long-term well-being. Self-respect is often described as a ...

Craving acknowledgment is a natural thing, but sometimes, it can turn into a full-blown addiction. Before you know it, your mood depends on whether someone points out you did a good job or that you're ...

These three science-backed habits distinguish individuals with high self-worth. Here’s how you can start practicing them in your daily life. Our lives are based on self-worth. It affects the type of ...