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Why posting for attention leaves you feeling empty

I posted a thirst trap and got the attention I wanted but now I feel gross about myself and cannot figure out why.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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Successfully manipulating desire for validation reveals the hollowness of external approval as self-worth.

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