Internal validation

Internal validation is given by God.
External validation is given by people.

Internal validation comes to you as purpose, as an internal fire that can never be put out. It is stronger than everything around you, and it will turn your failures into blessings.

External validation comes as the urge to impress people and to live by their opinions. It is destructive, and it will pull you further from God and from your purpose.

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” Matthew 6:33

Seek the kingdom of God over everything else, and you will find eternal life.