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DENYING PARTS OF
YOURSELF FOR LOVE +
VALIDATION
Similar to performing in relationships, another form of self-betrayal is
when you deny certain parts of yourself in order to receive love and
validation from others. For example, giving up your interests or goals.
This can happen if you don't like certain parts of yourself, and you push
them away so that others will accept you. Similarly, you might hide parts
of yourself that you do like, but you think other people might reject.
Self-Check-In
1.Do you ever reject or deny certain parts of yourself for the sake of gaining
other people's love and acceptance?
2. Did you have to act like a chameleon as a child to please those around you?
If so, describe.
