Am I Wrong?

Am I wrong, or weak for wanting the approval of my peers, customers, family, friends?  

I am a pretty optimistic person.  Like every other human on the planet, I have had my fair share of drama, trauma and stupid mistakes in my life that have changed my plans, ruined my plans, changed my direction in life and determined my direction in life.  But through it all I have remained upbeat.  It's been my experience that a rosy disposition makes up for all the crappy things that can happen in life.

Wanting to be liked and accepted by our peers is actually a survival mechanism.  Our ancient ancestors had to be liked by those in their clan.  If they weren't, they were outcast, which meant death from starvation, exposure or being some predator's lunch.

Recently someone who I have admired for her cookie decorating talent, and would love to have her approval and friendship, finally alienated me one time too many with her abrasive, biting response.  She has stated previously that she doesn't need anyone's approval and she certainly has made it clear that she is not interested in my input or questions.  I was left feeling very little.  This wasn't the first time, but it was definitely going to be the last time.  I stopped following her on social media and I actually feel a lot better.

So, I have decided, I want to be liked, and I want to be surrounded with pleasant, supportive, cheerful people.  Talent does not replace positivity and friendliness.  But, friendliness can definitely make up for lack of talent.