stop putting more energy into being liked than just being yourself
From Joy with Kendall by Kendall Joy
February 9, 2026 · 10 min
About this episode
This episode encourages listeners to embrace their authentic selves and prioritize self-acceptance over seeking approval from others.
This episode is about having the courage to choose yourself instead of approval, even when it feels scary. Be your authentic self so you can actually attract authentic connections. Maybe you don't know what your authentic self is yet. That's okay. That is why I made this epsiode!! Be radically you and the people that reject your most authentic self, are not mean't for you friend. You'll find people that love and embrace you, but you also have to love yourself dawg!
People in this episode
Host: Kendall Joy
Topics covered
- authenticity
- self-acceptance
- personal growth
- courage
- relationships
Keywords
- authentic self
- self-love
- approval
- connections
- courage
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