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Rick Hanson on Intimacy: Me and We

By Rick Hanson — 2015

FindCenter Summary

In relationships, it’s natural to join with others, but it’s also fundamentally important to have a strong sense of your own autonomy. By strengthening your sense of “me”—in effect, establishing a kind of secure base inside yourself—you will be more able to explore “we" out in the world. See more...

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