I disagree
and can no more 'prove' it than you can yours.
I find that the more mature and self-realistic a person becomes, the insecure knee jerk reaction to the manipulation of outside influences greatly diminishes.
'It is what it is' becomes the only answer that allows evolution of the free thinker. Peace accompanies this gnosis. Self aware takes on a whole new meaning.
For myself I find great comfort in this. The need for validation dissipates. Tolerance ensues for others, but most importantly for myself.
The need to prove *anything* becomes moot.