★ The author integrates client-centered therapy, psychodrama, and focusing techniques to help readers move beyond self-blame and learn to listen to and protect themselves.
★ The content covers psychological autonomy, building mature relationships, and enhancing self-worth, directly addressing the modern dilemma of desiring intimacy while fearing loss of self.
★ This book deeply analyzes the developmental trauma behind emotional dependency and introduces the healing concept of “constructing an inner safe space,” offering a warm and scientific path toward growth.

Do you find it difficult to be alone? Do you struggle to respect and cherish yourself? Are you unsure how to take care of yourself? Does it feel like you haven’t yet found a place where you truly belong?

This book will help you understand that emotional dependence is actually a form of developmental trauma—and should never be a reason for self-condemnation or despair. No one else can define what is good, right, or suitable for you. The true solution lies in learning to listen to and protect yourself, and to trust your own voice. Try organizing your life in a way that creates a special inner space—a comfortable “home within”—where you can feel warmth, peace, and safety.

Contents include:
• The causes of emotional dependency and counter-dependency
• Attachment trauma
• What is “psychological autonomy”?
• How to build mature relationships with a partner
• How to develop a sense of a whole and valuable “self”

Azarnova Anna Nikolaevna

Psychologist, Candidate of Psychological Sciences, certified psychotherapist (client-centered therapy, psychodrama, focusing).