JOURNAL ARTICLE

Stop Basing Your Self- Worth on Other People's Opinions.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gervais, Michael 3 of 3

Abstract

This article, titled "Stop Basing Your Self-Worth on Other People's Opinions," discusses the concept of self-worth and the negative impact of relying on external validation. The author, Michael Gervais, argues that our fear of other people's opinions can limit our potential. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing our inherent value as individuals, separate from our achievements or the opinions of others. Gervais suggests that understanding where we anchor our self-worth can help us develop self-awareness and overcome the need for external validation. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2024/02, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:175735636
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