Sometimes, we all crave a little pat on the back or a thumbs-up from those around us. It's human nature to seek out validation, but it’s easy to slip into needy territory without realizing it. This ...

We all like a little pat on the back now and then, but sometimes the need for validation goes a bit deeper. If you’ve ever wondered why you or someone you know acts a certain way, it might be worth ...

The invisible wounds from growing up with an emotionally unavailable father shape adult behaviors in profound ways that most ...

In some relationships with family, friends or coworkers, you may disagree with choices that the other person is making, or hold a different opinion than them on a topic you're both passionate about.

You can't control how other people see you, so needing — or demanding — that someone else understand your perspective has always seemed like a flaw to me. And depending on the approval of others feels ...