What’s the big idea? The secret to influencing others isn’t about persuasion—it’s about validation. In Validation: How the Skill Set That Revolutionized Psychology Will Transform Your Relationships, ...

From the time we’re young, many of us are taught to measure our worth by how others respond to us — gold stars, applause, praise for hitting milestones. That early conditioning can follow us into ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Humans are social creatures, and whether we realize it or not, we often seek approval from others. Dr. Danielle Henderson, a clinical psychologist with IU Health, stopped by ...

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.

Today, external validation often dictates our choices and decisions, and the journey to trusting oneself can feel like a radical act of self-love and empowerment. But how does one cultivate this ...

It is reasonable for anyone to want their ideas, choices, achievements, or opinions validated by those around them. After all, what is the first thing we do as children when we accomplish something?

Craving acknowledgment is a natural thing, but sometimes, it can turn into a full-blown addiction. Before you know it, your mood depends on whether someone points out you did a good job or that you're ...