How do you stop worrying too much about what other people think and do?

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Make a list for yourself of your accomplishments, education, and experiences that you have learned from. List where you get your information including people whose opinion you respect. Then think about where other people get their information and opinions. You will probably realize that your opinion is just as valid and backed by just as much reliable information and experience as anyone else in your age group. Writing stuff like that out has always increased my confidence, and will probably help you too.

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