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 ...

DBT is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that was first developed in the 1980s by psychologist Marsha Linehan, PhD, at the University of Washington in Seattle, according to the Association ...

In the digital world, where all that matters is the likes, comments, and approval on social media. It's easy to be trapped in seeking validation from others. We need a compliment, the acknowledgment ...

What’s the big idea? The secret to influencing others isn’t about persuasion—it’s about validation. In Validation: How the Skill Set That Revolutionized Psychology Will Transform Your Relationships, ...

Studies indicate that dialectical behavior therapy offers greater benefits than more generalized therapy. But treatment is intensive, and expensive. By Matt Richtel Parents seeking therapy for ...

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