Not-enoughness

External success is not presented as a reliable cure for not-enoughness. Not-enoughness is described as a deep belief that one is deficient, unworthy, unwanted, unlovable, or incapable. The article presents not-enoughness as underlying many problems, including addiction, compulsive eating, hoarding, obsessive behavior, and avoidance of opportunity. People who feel not enough are described as seeking more of something to compensate. Confirmation bias can reinforce not-enoughness by making criticism, rejection, silence, and setbacks seem like proof. The article warns that not every psychological, social, medical, or behavioral problem should automatically be traced to not-enoughness.