Caring What Others Think Isn't Your Weakness [239]

Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joy · Dec 10, 2025 · 1m

Have you been told (or told yourself) not to care what others think? Spoiler alert—caring what others think isn't a bad thing. In fact, it's completely natural and wired into us as humans. The real issue? Trying to stop that caring or caring too much about what others think and letting that concern disconnect us from ourselves and others. We'll cover some strategies to address both of these common tendencies so that your caring can nourish you rather than deplete you. About: The Joy Lab Podcast is an Ambie-nominated podcast that blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress…