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Status Proxies and the Craving for Validation
This chapter explores the concept of proxies for status and how they can satisfy our need for affirmation. It discusses the influence of peer pressure and the desire for social approval, highlighting how these dynamics manifest in both adolescence and adulthood. Additionally, it delves into the manipulation of popularity in various industries and discusses the concept of anti-conformity.