--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I, also, decided to get rid of the need…" description: "\"“I, also, decided to get rid of the need of approval. That is a strong addiction, the need of approval, isn't it? That---I'm on the patch right now, ac..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/085/anonymous-1_addiction_i-also-decided-to-get-rid-of-the-need-of_701818.jpg" --- # I, also, decided to get rid of the need of approval. That… ![“I, also, decided to get rid of the need of approval. That is a strong addiction, the need of approval, isn't it? That---I'm on the patch right now, actually. It releases small doses of approval until I no longer crave it. And, I'm going to rip it off!” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/085/anonymous-1_addiction_i-also-decided-to-get-rid-of-the-need-of_701818.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/085/anonymous-1_addiction_i-also-decided-to-get-rid-of-the-need-of_701818.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/085/anonymous-1_addiction_i-also-decided-to-get-rid-of-the-need-of_701818.jpg) > ““I, also, decided to get rid of the need of approval. That is a strong addiction, the need of approval, isn't it? That---I'm on the patch right now, actually. It releases small doses of approval until I no longer crave it. And, I'm going to rip it off!”” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The speaker describes approval‑seeking as an addiction and describes a method to wean off it by controlled exposure. **In simple terms:** Approval is an addiction that can be reduced. Key Takeaway Gradually reduce reliance on external validation. Themes self‑control addiction personal growth Mood reflective determined Type self‑help motivational When to use this quote - therapy sessions - self‑help groups - daily affirmations - mindfulness practice Key Concepts behavioral conditioning self‑esteem Questions to Reflect On - What triggers your need for approval? - How can you replace approval with internal validation? 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