Approval of others Quote by Mark Twight
““The months of being disingenuously friendly and the resulting self-hatred taught me that self-confidence cannot be based on the approval of others.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Extreme Training, 2005
Fake friendliness leads to self-hatred; true confidence must come from within, not others' approval.
In simple terms: Confidence should be self‑derived.
Key Takeaway
Build inner confidence, not rely on approval.
Themes
self‑esteem
authenticity
personal growth
Mood
reflective
empowering
Type
philosophical
self‑help
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal coaching
- team dynamics
- leadership development
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑acceptance
social validation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure internal confidence?
- What steps foster self‑approval?
A Different Perspective
External validation can be fleeting and unreliable.
