This text is an excerpt from Your Pocket Therapist: Break Free from Old Patterns and Transform Your Life by Dr. Annie Zimmerman. It is a self-help book that presents a framework for understanding and healing emotional problems. The text explores concepts from psychotherapy, including the impact of childhood experiences on adult behavior, the importance of self-awareness and emotional processing, and how to develop healthy relationships. It offers practical tips and exercises for improving mental health, addressing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, codependency, and relationship challenges.