summary ofMaybe You Should Talk to SomeoneBook by Lori Gottlieb

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Vulnerability sparks magic

Life has a way of throwing curveballs when you least expect it. Whenever you hit a rough patch, how do you react? For instance, your first instinct might be to put on a brave face and build walls around yourself. And while this is a common response to emotional pain, it may not serve you in the long run.

Incorporating therapy into your journey will grant you a skilled ally to guide you. Therapists undergo years of training to help their patients through whatever problems they may be facing.In her Los Angeles office, Lori Gottlieb ensures that she listens to her patients, offers them comfort, and helps them through their struggles. But much as she tries, Gottlieb cannot control the things that happen in her life. So, she also visits a therapist to get through her issues.Besides seeking help during tough times, mental health professionals engage in therapy as part of their education. This way, they can learn how to handle the emotional pressure of their profession. By addressing their challenges with fellow clinicians, therapists can ward off burnout and compassion fatigue, safeguarding their mental well-being.Moreover, sitting in the patient's chair allows therapists to walk in their shoes and gain a new vantage point from which to view the process.Gottlieb provides insights into her dual roles as a clinician and patient. She shatters the myth that mental health counselors are immune to hardships, effortlessly navigate life, and magically function without the need for support.So, stand by to discover how Lori Gottlieb manages her and her patients' issues. Let this summary show you that there's nothing shameful about seeking help.