<< Most of us who call ourselves adults still look to those around us for approval in nearly everything we do. I am mildly confused by the article in general,

<< Most of us who call ourselves adults still look to those around us for approval in nearly everything we do. I am mildly confused by the article in general, but this kinda put it into overdrive. Is an adult someone, who does not need approval? I can maybe understand the reasoning behind it, but I am not sure I agree.