The summary of the text is:
- The text is a transcript of a conversation between Carol and Dr. Anahy D'Amico, a psychotherapist and sexual therapist, about affective dependence.
- Affective dependence is the need to have another person to feel safe, happy, supported, important and validated. It is when one outsources their life and feelings to the other person.
- Affective dependence can be influenced by childhood experiences, personality traits, traumatic events, low self-esteem and lack of self-love.
- Affective dependence can lead to abusive, toxic and unhappy relationships, where one person devalues themselves and tries to please the other person at any cost.
- Affective dependence can be overcome by becoming aware of the problem, seeking therapy, developing self-confidence, having hobbies and interests, expanding the support network and choosing healthy relationships.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The text is a transcript of a conversation between Carol and Anahy D'Amico, who are talking about affective dependence.
2. Anahy D'Amico is a psychotherapist, sexual therapist, counselor at Casos de Família, and the author of the book O Amor Não Dói.
3. Affective dependence is needing the other person to feel safe, happy, supported, targeted, and important. It is when you outsource your life and your feelings to the other person.
4. Affective dependence can be influenced by factors such as childhood experiences, personality, trauma, self-esteem, and expectations.
5. Affective dependence can lead to abusive and toxic relationships, where the person feels insecure, threatened, guilty, and unhappy.
6. Affective dependence can be overcome by becoming aware of the problem, seeking therapy, developing self-love, having hobbies and interests, expanding the support network, and choosing healthy relationships.