By: MICHELLE PARK
Staff Writer
It’s natural to desire recognition from others and to uphold social and cultural norms to feel a sense of belonging. However, paying too much attention to what others think of you can negatively impact your overall well-being. If you want to improve your quality of life without being overly concerned with others’ opinions, consider the following tips:
1. Control your emotions
While it’s impossible to control how others perceive you, you can control how you react to their opinions. Rather than overthinking them, try to accept them positively. Mindfulness practices like meditation, breathing exercises, or yoga can help you maintain a clear mind.
2. Don’t overthink others’ opinions
Often, we imagine others’ opinions to be far harsher than they actually are. Try not to give too much weight to what others think of you.
3. Acknowledge others
Sometimes, we care too much about others’ opinions because we judge others harshly. If you want to stop caring what others think of you, start by being kind and non-judgmental towards others.
4. Surround yourself with good people
The people you surround yourself with can have a big impact on your self-worth. If you spend time with people who gossip or speak negatively about others, it’s more likely that you will adopt those behaviors. Surround yourself with positive, kind people who encourage personal growth and improvement.