Yeah, to a point dude (I totally agree with RSD philosophy), but at the end of the day we are not sociopaths and it's OK to enjoy validation as long as you are not unhealthily dependant on it.

I like being validated on all levels, it's flattering and nice, but if it doesn't happen I am also fine with my own self esteem.

However, I don't want to be completely indifferent and unaffected... my father has been a buddhist for many years and he is totally like this. On one level he is one of the coolest dudes alive, on another, he is one of the most selfish unfeeling cunts I know.