Although self-confidence is an excellent trait to possess, this is an uncertain world—and many of us may naturally, and understandably, seek reassurance from others. At times, this is also referred to ...

When dating, we can come to depend on others for validation. Sometimes, the reassurance we need comes from an outside source. It’s nice to have someone who gives compliments and boosts our self-esteem ...

You upload a picture to social media. In minutes, you're obsessively refreshing, counting likes, dissecting comments. Ring a bell? Welcome to the validation loop, a psychological cycle that's ...

“I just need you to validate my feelings.” It's a phrase therapists, partners, and friends hear constantly—and it reveals something fascinating about our cultural moment. Validation has become the ...