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Internal Needs and External Transfers
Internal needs, such as the need for safety, consistency, acknowledgment, or worthiness, are natural and valid. However, when individuals experience anxiety, these needs can be projected onto external targets, such as new acquaintances, to fulfill them. This externalization of internal needs can lead to unrealistic expectations and placing undue pressure on the external target to meet these needs. It is essential to recognize and address these internal needs without solely relying on external sources for validation and fulfillment.