Caring less about what people think frees us from the constant need for approval and validation. So much of our suffering comes from worrying about how others perceive us, whether it’s our appearance, our achievements, or even how we act in social situations. When we stop caring about these external judgments, we start living more authentically, doing things because they matter to us—not because we want to impress others. This brings a sense of liberation and inner peace because we’re no longer chasing validation that we can't control.