Riso emphasizes the importance of self-love and self-care in maintaining healthy relationships. By prioritizing one's own emotional and psychological well-being, individuals can:
: Healthy love should be functional and mutual—if it forces you to betray yourself, it is time to "pack your bags and leave". Availability in the UK
Walter Riso, in his various works, often discusses the complexities of love and relationships, highlighting how individuals can become so enveloped by their partner that they lose sight of their own well-being. This kind of all-consuming love can initially feel exhilarating, a peak experience that validates one's existence. However, as time passes, the lack of self-awareness and personal boundaries can lead to emotional imbalance, dependency, and even distress.
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: A central tenet of the book is "quererme para quererte" (loving myself to love you). Riso asserts that self-esteem is necessary to set non-negotiable boundaries, as love does not justify the abandonment of one's values or dreams. Emotional Dependency
De tanto amarte, me olvidé de mí (2023), clinical psychologist Walter Riso