Worrying what others think of you isn’t necessarily a bad thing in moderation. As a result, it can make us kinder and more sensitive to how other people think. It also makes us more likely to avoid ...

Worrying about what others think can feel like carrying a heavy backpack everywhere you go. It drains your energy, stops you from being yourself, and keeps you stuck in fear. But here’s the good news: ...

To feel accepted is a nearly universal human desire. After all, we evolved to survive better in groups, where fitting in and having the trust and respect of our peers are the measures of success. The ...