How to stop caring what others think (and free yourself)

So, what do you value more ? Living for others or living for yourself ?

Source: BookLife - How to stop caring what others think (and free yourself)

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1. The Invisible Change

  • You think you’re free, right ? But every time you worry about what someone might think…that’s another link in the chain.

  • Yes, it’s invisible, but it’s holding you back. We all start carrying these chains in childhood without even noticing.

  • If you want to free, you need to cut the chain named “What other care about you”.

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2. The truth behind people’s opinions

  • Here’s a shocker: 80% of the time, people are too focused on themselves to truly care about what you’re doing. And ok with 20% of those who do not respect your boundaries.

  • Their thoughts about you ? It’s more about their own insecurities. You’re barely even on their radar.

  • So, why give their fleeting opinions power over your life ?

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3. Redefine Approval

  • The desire for approval is real, but here’s a trick: start seeking approval from yourself. Not others.

  • Write down three things you genuinely love about yourself. Each day, remind yourself of those qualities.

  • Approval becomes way less urgent when it comes from within.

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4. The Art of Being Unbothered

  • One of the biggest secrets ? People forget. They only remember the feelings that you bring to them.

  • That embarrassing moment you’re worried about ? Forgotten by them in a week, max.

  • So, what are you holding onto ? Let it go.

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5. Life in Your Own Lane

  • When you start focusing on your own path, you’ll notice something.

  • The more you’re absorbed in your journey, the less you care about anyone else’s opinion.

  • It’s like driving on the highway - if you’re constantly looking at others, you’re bound to crash.

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6. The cost of pleasing everyone

  • Trying to please everyone will cost you everything: your energy, your authenticity, your happiness,…

  • So, what do you value more ? Living for others or living for yourself ?

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7. Build a shield of purpose

When you have a strong sense of purpose, the noise around you fades. Purpose is the ultimate shield againist judgement.

What’s that thing you’re chasing ? Focus on that, and suddenly, what others think just..doesn’t matter.

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Last Updated On February 23, 2025