Fear of Engulfment: When Intimacy Feels Like Loss of Self
Fear of engulfment is anxiety that emotional closeness or commitment will cause a loss of identity, freedom, privacy, or control.
Interdependence: Balancing Mutual Support and Personal Autonomy
Interdependence is a relationship pattern in which people rely on one another for support while maintaining personal identity, autonomy, boundaries, and responsibility.
Free Spirit: Meaning, Independence, Relationships, and Sexual Freedom
Free spirit means an independent person who values personal choice, spontaneity, and freedom from unnecessary social restrictions.