Identity, Validation, and the Need for Control #rebuilddad #identity #validation #narcissist #shorts
28 Oct 2025 · 1 min

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Someone reflects on a relationship where they felt like a production crew instead of a partner. When identity depends on appearances, people seek validation and control rather than vulnerability. A 2021 Psychology Today study found 71% of people with narcissistic or appearance-driven tendencies use experiences as social currency.










