I have been interested in self-development for a long time and regularly read books, articles, and watch videos because I strive to become a better version of myself. But I had never thought about seeing a psychologist before. On the one hand, there was a stereotype that I did not have obvious mental problems, so I did not need a psychologist. Now I understand that mental disorders are the competence of a psychiatrist and that people with various diagnoses live peacefully on their own, with both medical and psychological support. On the other hand, I did not have any life situations that I could not cope with on my own, or with a little support from family and friends. My parents and grandmother raised me in such a way that as soon as I went to study at university, I immediately did everything possible to be completely independent. And then, a few years ago, very special people began to appear on my life path, because in friendship with them I felt absolute acceptance. For me, it was some kind of magic. It was a discovery for me that most of the people I communicated with learn the skill of acceptance from a psychotherapist, regularly attending sessions. That's how I learned that this is one of the basic principles of practicing psychologists. When the full-scale invasion began, I probably first truly felt how self-reliance, trust in the world can be lost, how quickly built connections with friends can be destroyed, when almost everything and everyone around loses stability. And I am grateful to psychologist Nikita, because at that time he launched a free psychological group. This was my first experience of therapy, albeit a group one. And I realized how important it is to have communication and share what is happening inside on a regular basis. After a few months, our group broke up, but I started attending individual therapy. My first inquiries were related to experiencing unconditional acceptance and trying to learn this skill for real. Over the three years of work, we have resolved many inquiries and explored my personality, and this wonderful experience continues.