4 Signs You Care Too Much About What People Think & How To Stop Worrying About People’s Opinions

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Do you find yourself thinking too much about other people’s opinions?

Is it starting to feel like it’s negatively affecting your life?

Today, Jay unveils the subtle yet pervasive signs that indicate a deep-seated concern for others' opinions and the telltale signs that you may be overly influenced by external validation, from struggling to assert boundaries to outsourcing your decision-making to others.

Jay Also talks about actionable tips and strategies for reclaiming your sense of self-worth and how to draw inspiration from those who have walked a similar path before you, cultivating resilience and self-assurance in the face of external judgment. Explore the transformative power of reframing your self-perception and embracing a mindset of self-acceptance, as Jay emphasizes the importance of clarity and self-awareness in navigating life's challenges.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to not crave external validation

How to stop people-pleasing

How to not get swayed by other people’s opinions

How to stand your ground

Gain practical tools for cultivating inner strength and confidence, from reframing negative self-talk to recognizing the inherent value of your own opinions and choices.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:11 Stop Caring About What People Think

04:10 Sign #1: You Get Easily Swayed

05:36 Sign #2: You Struggle to Say NO

06:18 Sign #3: We Often Want to Please Others

06:40 Sign #4: You Outsource Your Choices

09:22 Tip #1: Someone Has Been Through a Similar Experience Before You

17:00 Tip #2: Don’t Be Someone Who Gossips About Others

18:52 Tip #3: Be Clear About How You Feel About Yourself

21:06 Tip #4: Opinions Don’t Become Your Reality

22:19 Tip #5: Think of the Three Best Decisions You’ve Made in Your Life

24:20 Tip #6: People Are Not Thinking About As Much As You Think They Are

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