I keep thinking about the theme of ‘mourning the loss’—because, to me, it seems to capture the very aim of the whole practice of psychotherapy—whether for a 14-year-old girl who wants to be a boy; a young woman who can’t find stability in any relationship with any man; or a young man, afraid to invest his heart… When we can’t mourn our inner losses, we find ourselves—desperately—seeking something to fill the gap within (a theme I touched upon before in the 'touching, being to

It’s a curious phenomenon how the negative impacts us more than the positive. Whether it's through our interactions, learning experiences, or even finances, the negative seems to outweigh the good. Let’s explore this in different areas of life. 1. Interpersonal Relationships In our personal lives, one negative act can leave a much longer-lasting impact than many good deeds. The good that we do tends to accumulate quietly, but the negative tends to stay with us. A harsh word o

Depression often manifests as a loss of connection to the world around us a refusal to engage with the present and the future. If you find yourself feeling detached, with fewer things in life capturing your attention, or if enthusiasm has become scarce, it may be a sign that depression is near. For those struggling with depression, life’s offerings become less appealing. The world around them seems to lose its vibrancy, and life itself feels as though it has withdrawn its inv