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Chasing external validation can leave you feeling empty — try this instead #TEDTalks
Over two decades of interviewing countless creative people, Debbie Millman (host of the iconic “Design Matters” podcast) had a realization: the pride and joy of accomplishing something often evaporates almost instantly. She explains how to stop chasing external validation for your achievements and instead live for the act of creation itself.
@fernandameira6458
September 13, 2026 at 3:05 pm
Amazing presentation.
@jchiter8861
September 13, 2026 at 3:36 pm
Getting creative is a bursting need
@salvadoroliveira6632
September 13, 2026 at 3:39 pm
Very honest.
@northshoremama
September 13, 2026 at 3:56 pm
Such validation for me! 🤍
@Toebeans-mp3ef
September 13, 2026 at 4:03 pm
That in which created life and existence created and creates through you. The sun makes stuff all day, not seeing it does not mean it is not there. Shine, glisten, and go get it. Life is delicious – br(eat)the, cr(ate), rep(eat) 🧬 😋
@rw6836
September 13, 2026 at 4:55 pm
Abundance could come from loving oneself, just because one should, with as little conditions as possible.
@kiki_leon
September 13, 2026 at 9:02 pm
I’m not kidding but a few hours before I came across this video I wrote in my notes: is visibility equal to worth? I was reflecting on why we as humans crave to be seen and recognized for our virtues, one of which can be our art. I’ve also asked myself: would I still create if I knew no one would see it or that my work wouldn’t become viral? My answer is yes, because creating art is not to please others but to fill a necessity that is constantly (eternally) throbbing alive inside one’s being and soul.