You need no one’s approval. Your thoughts, proclivities, feelings, and needs are all intrinsically valuable. You are allowed to express yourself in whatever idiosyncratic way that makes you feel whole. There is no “normal”. On any given day you can be singularly focused or multi-passionate in your pursuits. What does matter, is that you express your talents and work tirelessly toward your own worthy goals. Somewhere out there, there is someone who resonates with the essence of who you are. Don’t hold back. Be bold. Express your unique gift. Have the courage to stand up for what you feel is right.
When you rely on validation from others, you give your power away.
You are worthy of taking up space and worthy of being treated with respect and kindness. No one is going to go out of their way to tell you that you are doing a “good job” or to recognize your talents until you recognize them in yourself. Pay no mind to what others think of you. Stay on your own virtuous path and focus on expressing your best self moment to moment. Declare yourself as the self-assured, confident person that I know you are and spiritual wealth will follow.