Everyone wants to be liked. The acceptance and approval of people around us light up our oxytocin receptors, nurturing feelings of safety, bonding, and lower anxiety.
“Humans, by nature, are social beings who crave connection, intimacy, and relationships with others,” says Amy Kaplan, a licensed therapist with PlushCare. “Caring about what others think of us is part of that desire to make connections and feel accepted.”
But what if you’ve started putting too much value on the opinions of strangers and acquaintances? If caring what other people think is holding you back, we have some expert tips to help you care less.
Everyone wants to be liked. The acceptance and approval of people around us light up our oxytocin receptors, nurturing feelings of safety, bonding, and lower anxiety.
“Humans, by nature, are social beings who crave connection, intimacy, and relationships with others,” says Amy Kaplan, a licensed therapist with PlushCare. “Caring about what others think of us is part of that desire to make connections and feel accepted.”
But what if you’ve started putting too much value on the opinions of strangers and acquaintances? If caring what other people think is holding you back, we have some expert tips to help you care less.