Keen On

Who wants to change their life? Who want to transform their relationships and increase their influence? If that’s you, then Stanford based psychologist Caroline Fleck might be your therapist. In her new book, VALIDATION, Fleck lays out a skill set that, she promises, not only revolutionized psychology but can revolutionize all of us. Skeptical? Yes, I was before talking with Dr Fleck. But she actually offer some very practical advice on how we can all improve our relationships and build our self-confidence. Here are the 5 KEEN ON take-aways from our conversation with Caroline Fleck:* Validation vs. Praise: Validation is about showing acceptance and understanding ("you're there, you get it, you care"), not about praise or agreement. Many people confuse these concepts.* Universal Human Need: Everyone seeks acceptance regardless of demographics, gender, or background. The absence of feeling validated contributes to suffering.* Balancing Acceptance and Change: Effective communication, especially in therapy, requi