Why does everyone sometimes believe what others say about them?

Question

Especially negative things.

Answer 1

Because they're insecure and they value others' opinions more than their own.

Answer 2

I think it's often a matter of self-esteem (or the lack thereof). If people don't have a secure sense of self and like themselves, they're more likely to believe the criticisms they receive from others.

Answer 3

Because, self consciously, they are thinking the same thing in their heads. To hear it out loud makes it all the more real.

Answer 4

self conciousness