Need for Acceptance:
We all have a need to be liked and accepted amongst our peers and in our relationships. In some cases we see ourselves giving into peer
pressure and societal pressure so we can fit in.
We sometimes feel a strong need to avoid conflict at all costs which can result in us de-prioritizing our own wants in order to
maintain that unproblematic persona we want to embody.
We all want to come across as a nice person who is always sweet and wanting to be on the good side of people. All of this comes with a price. We become
push overs/doormats. We start hiding our true identity from people and eventually losing a sense of ourselves; becoming bitter and self-loathing. This all
stems from feeling inadequate and lacking self-worth. The constant need to abide by other people’s rules will start taking a toll on one’s mental health, and when
we do this, we are more likely to experience frustration, bitterness and consequently anger.
We are all unique individuals and we need to learn to accept our authentic selves. Self-love and confidence are the key to break this vicious cycle. Its okay to
know what you want and to have your own opinion, no one needs to settle for less than they deserve.
“Stress Anxiety and depression are caused when we are living to please others”
“Paulo Coelho”