Standing Without Needing Agreement

Where did I look for validation? I noticed it throughout the whole conversation.

I respected the voice in front of me, so I wanted them to understand. But in that, I saw something deeper. I wasn’t just wanting understanding, I was seeking validation.

Last week, I saw how much I overexplained.

After reflecting, I see why.

I was looking for something from them that I could have given myself.

What I learned in that moment is, I didn’t need them to understand to remain with myself.

Nothing about what I knew required agreement. I just needed to stay rooted. Even when it wasn’t mirrored back.

Prompt: Where did you look for validation this week? Can you remain with yourself even if no one agrees?