I watched this youtube video and DAMN it got my gears turning. I frequently oscillate between loving singleness and yearning to be with someone. AKA hyper-independent and desperate. This video touched on this concept PERFECTLY, so I had to share.
Spark notes:
Self awareness โ emotional availability (this one hurt lol)
Familiarity โ healthy
Limerence is usually bc of an unmet need
Your worth is non negotiable
Healing โ perfection
Safety allows for softness
EXTRA CREDIT HOMEWORK:
This week, catch Yourself Seeking External Validation
Notice every time you find yourself:
- Checking your phone repeatedly
- Waiting for a response
- Looking for approval
- Wondering what someone thinks of you
Pause and ask:
"What am I hoping this person will confirm about me right now?"
Then answer that question for yourself.
COMMENT BELOW: What is one area of your life where you are waiting for someone else to give you something you can begin giving yourself? (for me its permission)