The Endless Trap of Seeking External Validation As A Gay Man (And How to Break Free)

Описание: For many of us - gay and queer men, growing up meant hiding-adjusting who we were just to fit in. But what's the cost of that? What happens when we become so good at molding ourselves to be accepted that we lose touch with who we really are?

In this video, I'm sharing my view on the endless trap of seeking external validation as gay men in adulthood, and why it leads us into a cycle of seeking approval from others… But here's the truth-chasing validation keeps us stuck. It keeps us looking outward for something we can only find within.

If you've ever felt like you needed approval to feel worthy, you're not alone. But understand that… real acceptance doesn't come from the outside-it starts within. 💙🏳️‍🌈

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00:00 Intro
03:33 The cost of hiding for gay man
05:00 The trap of seeking external validation
06:00 My personal story
07:47 Letting go of external judgment
08:10 Breaking the cycle of seeking external validation