Want more posts like this in your life? Join the Tiny Buddha list for daily or weekly insights. “You have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” ~Louise L. Hay We all have techniques we depend on to lift our spirits when we’re feeling down about ourselves or our lives. A while back I realized something about the ones I’d found most effective when struggling to forgive or accept myself: Many of them involved seeking validation from other people. Some of my most effective mood-boosters included: Reading emails from readers … Continue reading 5 Ways to Validate Yourself: Be Part of Your Support System