The Economic Times

Quote of the day from Sigmund Freud: 'Many adults are still trying to earn love from parents who only rewarded performance...' How childhood experiences can make people chase constant validation from others

The quote of the day from Sigmund Freud highlights how many adults continue to seek approval and love based on achievement, a pattern often rooted in childhood experiences where affection may have been tied to performance. It suggests that this early conditioning can shape self-worth, leading individuals to unconsciously equate success with being deserving of love and validation. Freuds broader psychological ideas support this view, especially his belief that childhood experiences, unconscious influences, and internalized parental expectations continue to affect adult behavior.