Who do you seek approval from?

It seems that most of us seek approval from somebody or something whether it's family, coworkers, society or other entity. We all crave acceptance and some folks may worry about what other people think of them. It seems the person that we need acceptance from the most, is only ourselves. When we truly accept ourselves then everybody's opinions is just that, their opinion. If you are happy with yourself and truly like and love who you are, you will always be safe and secure. Sometimes we can take what somebody says about us and perhaps learn from this and change our approach. We are always learning and growing as individuals and if we learn from all our experiences, then that is what it's all about. The ultimate goal for all of us is to truly accept ourselves and how can you test this to see how you feel? Perhaps look at yourself in the mirror and say it to yourself out loud. Is it easy to do or is it uncomfortable? That will tell you alot about how you think and feel. It seems that the people who are truly at peace are the ones who really love themselves and don't let other's opinions create fear, anxiety, worry, etc. Is that attainable for everybody? ABSOLUTELY!! It's just a matter if each of us want to change ourselves or not. We all have the ability to do so right now!! How empowering!