Letters to a Young Therapist Quotes

“I felt what I often feel, a deep respect for the courage of ordinary people - the people that get up every morning and do what needs to be done.”
― Mary Pipher, Letters to a Young Therapist

“Happiness comes from making good choices. Integrity, energy, perseverance, and courage all contribute. In short, happiness is related to character structure, work, health and relationships.”
― Mary Pipher, Letters to a Young Therapist

“There is a big difference between people who've had interesting lives and people who are interesting.”
― Mary Pipher, Letters to a Young Therapist

“Good therapists have a tolerance for ambiguity. The human condition is variegated, multifaceted, and particular. There is no one-size-fits-all way to proceed. In the end, the answer to most questions is, “It depends.”
― Mary Pipher, Letters to a Young Therapist

“Unlike cops, landlords, or bar owners, therapists tend to grow fonder of humans the longer they are in our field. That’s because we come to understand the world from the point of view of others. We see that most people want to be good.”
― Mary Pipher, Letters to a Young Therapist

“Research documents that the more time people spend with other people, the better they feel.”
― Mary Pipher, Letters to a Young Therapist

“Our work is some of the most interesting and challenging work in the world.”
― Mary Pipher, Letters to a Young Therapist