Здоровый эгоизм. Перестать угождать другим и полюбить себя
Self-esteem
On people-pleasing and making room for your own wishes.
About this book — Здоровый эгоизм. Перестать угождать другим и полюбить себяI’m Elizaveta Dmitrievna, a psychologist. I work with anxiety, relationships and life changes, using a cognitive behavioural approach.

Sometimes seeing your experience in a few words is enough to know you can talk about it.
When thoughts keep running and it feels hard to relax.
Explore this concernCan’t find your concern? You don’t need a name for everything you feel.
Clear steps make it easier to begin. Questions are welcome at every stage.
Share a little about yourself and ask about the format.
Discuss your concern, the terms and a time that works. The decision is yours.
Explore what matters now, with respect for your own pace.
From Elizaveta Dmitrievna’s reading list: your own wishes, conversations with loved ones and everyday difficulties.
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A little clarity before your first step.
No. You can start with “things feel difficult, but I don’t know why”. The first conversation can help clarify what is troubling you and what support you are looking for.
Choose a quiet place where you will not be interrupted and join from your phone or computer. The platform, time, duration and fee are agreed before the session.
Written consultations are listed in the psychologist’s profile. Response times, boundaries and fees are agreed in advance. Messaging is not round-the-clock emergency support.
No. Questionnaires can help you notice aspects of your wellbeing. Results depend on context and do not replace a professional conversation or medical assessment.
No. Your result is available immediately without an account. You decide whether to keep it or discuss it with a professional.
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