In his new book, Wilhelm Schmid continues the reflections from his bestseller "Serenity" and shows the way to a true friendship with oneself. The foundation of serenity is a kind, reliable relationship with oneself. This establishes a self-confidence that allows for a better relationship with oneself and also fosters better interactions with others. The idea of self-friendship can encourage those who feel exhausted and burned out. It can be a balm for those for whom the self has become a wound, inflicted by others, by life, or by unfavorable circumstances. Strengthening the relationship with oneself can offer a perspective to those who must cope with being alone. Last but not least, it can help people who have only known self-denial and duty fulfillment, allowing them to experience caring for themselves as a liberation of their lives.