“We buy things we don’t need to impress people we don’t like.”

— Fight Club

Let that sink in.

You chase likes, titles, brands, and praise.
Not because you truly want them but because you think they’ll want you more if you have them.

That’s external validation.
It’s quiet. It’s sneaky.
And it’s the fastest way to lose your peace, your purpose, and your power.

The people you’re trying to impress?
Most are distracted. Insecure. Faking it just like you.
You’re building your self-worth on their confusion.

The hard truth?
If you need applause to feel enough, you’ll never feel enough.

Try this. One question. Every morning.
“What will I do today for myself, even if no one claps?”

That’s your anchor.
That’s your freedom.
That’s who you are without the mask.