Two paths converging

It is true that many of us do seek validation outside of ourselves...thanks for being a leader!~

Thank you very much, Rocky, for sharing your observations.

You are well prepared to cope with your challenges.

When we no longer focus on getting approval, that is when we really take out power back.  This is where I have been as long as I can remember Rocky Dickerson . It's made me popular in some circles and despised in others including in the RE business. I am Christ centered in all things, especially business ethics which some agents and brokers could not stand.

My takeaways: how we develop a sense of self-worth differs for each individual. We gain self-assurance with age and experience, and we can choose to "march to our own drums" or stay connected and continue to seek social approval. The latter is affected by many factors such as culture, early development as a child, and last but not least, influence and inspiration within oneself. Thank you, Rocky Dickerson for this important "food for thought!" 

Hi Rocky- it has always been my wish that every child is given a healthy dose of self-worth...feeling good about themselves not because of any external factors.  

Brian this is not an issue for me, in fact I may be a little to much in the other direction.

Great points Rocky, I keep telling Diane when she does or does not want to hear it...."they do not pay my vet bills or any bills" so I do not need their approval.... so with that said I am very comfortable in my own skin and do not need praises or accolades, but when they do come I am appreciative and grateful for them:)Endre

Your words are true and no amount of approval from others will ever be more beneficial than our own approval of ourselves.