Approval Quote by Mark Twain
“Self-approval is acquired mainly from the approval of other people.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture, 1905
Relying on others' approval for self‑esteem makes approval approval fragile and external.
In simple terms: Self‑approval shouldn't depend on others.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate internal validation.
Themes
self‑esteem
independence
authenticity
Mood
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- personal relationships
- creative projects
Key Concepts
psychology
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What internal standards guide you?
- How can you balance external feedback with self‑trust?
A Different Perspective
External validation can still be useful at times.
![“When I dropped out [from a law school], everybody was disappointed... But I found that disappointing people is a good thing, because disapproval is freedom. Before that, I never realized how much I sought other people's approval. Once I figured that out, I was free to move on and seek the approval…” quote by Demetri Martin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/1b0/demetri-martin-511_approval_when-i-dropped-out-from-a-law-school-eve_2671287.jpg)
