Theresa, a 25-year-old librarian living in a Brooklyn studio apartment, spends years desperately seeking external validation through romantic relationships and the approval of others. She feels a deep sense of emptiness stemming from her constant need to be chosen and loved. The story follows her transformative journey as she embarks on a path of self-discovery and radical self-acceptance, learning to prioritize her well-being and happiness. She confronts her insecurities and sheds the need for external validation, replacing it with a newfound confidence and self-love. Her once lonely apartment becomes a sanctuary of self-care and personal growth. While the narrative hints at potential romantic interests, the primary focus remains on Theresa's internal transformation and the empowering realization that she can give herself the love and attention she always craved.