Their self-worth is entirely dependent on others' validation.
Glover suggests several shifts to move from a "Nice Guy" to an : Set Boundaries: Learn to say "no" without guilt. "No More Mr. Nice Guy" by Robert Glover - 7Chan
"No More Mr. Nice Guy" by Dr. Robert Glover is a self-help staple often discussed on "7chan" (and similar imageboards) within subcultures focused on masculinity, dating, and self-improvement. The Core Concept Their self-worth is entirely dependent on others' validation
Stop looking to women or peers to confirm your value. "No More Mr. Nice Guy" by Robert Glover - 7Chan