How To Actually STOP Caring What People Think🐆💫

✨Your Affirmation of the Week✨

“I release the need for external validation. My worth is NOT defined by others’ opinions, but by the way I show up for myself every day. ”

Hey girl💕

Let’s be honest—how many times have you held yourself back because of what someone might say?

You know, the imaginary audience in your head. The ones who might judge your new style, your glow-up, or your decision to finally put yourself first. Maybe it’s a friend, a family member, a coworker, or even a stranger on the internet. But here’s the truth:

No one is thinking about you as much as you think they are.

And even if they are? That’s a reflection of them, not you.

The Reality Check You Need

Have you ever looked back at an old version of yourself in high school and thought, Why did I care so much? Maybe you didn’t wear the outfit you loved, didn’t start the project you dreamed of, or didn’t set the boundary you needed. And for what?

People forget. The world moves on. And the only thing left is whether you lived the way you actually wanted.

Now, the version of you that’s unrecognizable by summer? She’s bold. She does what feels right for her, regardless of the opinions around her. And today, we’re making that mindset shift.

How To Actually Stop Caring:

🐆 1. Realize That Most People Are Too Focused on Themselves

That girl at the café? Too busy overanalyzing her own life to judge yours. The coworker who made a weird comment? Probably forgot about it in an hour. Once you realize how little people are actually watching, it gets so much easier to move freely.

🐆 2. Stop Seeking Validation from People You Wouldn’t Even Trade Lives With

Ask yourself: Would I take advice from this person? Do I admire how they live? If the answer is no, then why do their opinions matter? The only validation that counts is from you.

🐆 3. Validate Yourself First

If you want to stop caring what others think, then you NEED to start validating your own feelings, opinions, and goals. Stop waiting for someone else to tell you how well you’re doing or how good you look. Tell yourself first. Support yourself first. And once you do? It really doesn’t matter what others think.

🐆 4. Shift the Focus Back to You

When you’re constantly worried about others, you’re making them the main character. Flip the script. Every time you catch yourself thinking, What will they think?, replace it with:

“What do I think? Does this make me happy?”

🐆 5. Give People Less Access to You

The more people know, the more they feel entitled to an opinion. Move in silence. Let your results speak. Not everyone deserves front-row seats to your life or your reinvention.

This Week’s Homework 📝

• Think of one thing you’ve been holding back on because of fear of judgment.

• Do it anyway. Wear the outfit. Post the content. Set the boundary.

The more you act in alignment with you, the easier it becomes.

Recommendation Corner 📚

• 📚 Book The Courage to Be Disliked — A must-read if you struggle with seeking approval.

• 🎥YouTube: The Magic Of Not Giving a F*** by Sarah Knight. This TEDx talk is a game changer.

• 🎥YouTube: How To Stop Caring About What Others Think by Lynette Adkins — She breaks down practices that will help you stop taking things personally & recognize that most of the time no one is judging you but yourself.

✨ Things That Caught My Eye This Week

(Welcome to the little corner where I share things I’m loving, inspired by, or that you need to check out.)

🌸 A Quote I Can’t Stop Thinking About: Oh how it feels when you flip your mindset from “Do they like me?” to “Do I even like them?”. (Read that again.)

💄 If flawless under-eyes are the goal, I have been loving this powder HUDA Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder. It blurs, smooths, and doesn’t crease— perfect if you want that airbrushed look. A new favorite & must-have for your makeup collection.

💄 If you’ve been on Pinterest, you know this Guerlain Rouge G Customizable Lipstick is everywhere. The customizable case? So chic. Pulling this out of your purse at a dinner party? Main character behavior.

🎥 I re-watched The Sound of Music last week, and I can’t stop thinking about it. Maybe it’s the sheer luxury of the mansion, the romance, or the iconic soundtrack, but either way—it’s perfection. Currently, in my rewatching old favorites era. Should I put together a list of must-watch nostalgic films? Let me know. 😉

Remember: People’s opinions don’t pay your bills, build your dream life, or live in your body. So why give them so much power?

See you next week for Part 3. But until then—what’s one thing you’re doing this week to stop caring and step into the best version of you? Reply & let me know!

❤ With love, Carren❤

Founder, The Daily Page

P.S. If this newsletter made you rethink how you see yourself, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s glow up together. ✨