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Becoming Myself: A Psychiatrist's Memoir

By Irvin D. Yalom
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In Becoming Myself: A Psychiatrist's Memoir, renowned psychiatrist Irvin D. Yalom delves into his personal journey and professional life, sharing his experiences and reflections on the art of therapy. Through a blend of stories from his own life and insights into his therapeutic practice, Yalom explores the intricate relationship between therapist and patient, offering a profound look into the psyche and the lifelong process of self-discovery. This captivating memoir beautifully weaves together personal anecdotes and professional wisdom.
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Becoming Myself: A Psychiatrist's Memoir

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The must-read new memoir from one of psychiatry's most important figures.

Irvin D. Yalom has made a career of investigating the lives of others. In this profound memoir, he turns his writing and his therapeutic eye upon himself. He opens his story with a nightmare: he is twelve, riding his bike past the home of an acne-scarred girl. Like every morning, he calls out, hoping to befriend her, 'Hello, Measles!' But in his dream, the girl's father makes Yalom understand that his daily greeting has hurt her. For Yalom, this was the birth of empathy; he would not forget the lesson.

As Becoming Myself unfolds, we see the development of the compassionate and insightful thinker whose books have been a beacon to so many. This is not simply one man's life story—Yalom's reflections on his life and growth are an invitation for us to reflect on the origins of our own selves and the meanings of our lives.

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Becoming Myself: A Psychiatrist's Memoir by Irvin D. Yalom is praised for its eloquent and introspective exploration of the author's life, blending his professional insights with personal reflections. Critics appreciate Yalom's ability to write with both a philosopher's depth and a novelist's artistry, offering readers a candid and compelling narrative that encourages self-examination. The memoir is regarded as a revealing and insightful journey through Yalom's life and the human condition, making it a cherished read for fans and newcomers alike.

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ISBN: 9781925322385

Publisher: Scribe Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 October 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribe Publications

Audience: General / adult

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Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Irvin D. Yalom is emeritus professor of psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine. The author of two definitive psychotherapy textbooks, Dr Yalom has written several books for the general reader, including Love's Executioner, Staring at the Sun, Creatures of a Day, and Becoming Myself; and the novels When Nietzsche Wept; The Schopenhauer Cure, and The Spinoza Problem. Dr Yalom lives in Palo Alto and San Francisco, California.

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