“Having emotional independence means we are no longer tied to the need for constant approval and are, therefore, not coerced into doing more than we feel comfortable doing by our need to please others.” NeedsFeelsMeanEmotionalPleaseComfortableIndependenceConstantBeing YourselfApprovalTied Book:The Courage to Be Yourself: A Woman's Guide to Emotional Strength and Self-Esteem Source: The Courage to Be Yourself: A Woman's Guide to Emotional Strength and Self-Esteem