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Momma and the Meaning of Life

Tales of Psychotherapy

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Momma and the Meaning of Life

By: Irvin D. Yalom
Narrated by: Traber Burns
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Psychotherapist Irvin D. Yalom probes further into the mysteries of the therapeutic encounter in this entertaining and thoughtful follow-up to his best-selling Love's Executioner.

In six enthralling stories drawn from his own clinical experience, Irvin D. Yalom once again proves himself an intrepid explorer of the human psyche as he guides his patients - and himself - toward transformation. With eloquent detail and sharp-eyed observation, Yalom introduces us to a memorable cast of characters. Drifting through his dreams and trampling through his thoughts are Paula, Yalom's "courtesan of death"; Myrna, whose eavesdropping gives new meaning to patient confidentiality; Magnolia, into whose ample lap Yalom longs to pour his own sorrows, even as he strives to ease hers; and Momma - ill tempered, overpowering, and suffocating her son with both love and disapproval. A richly rewarding, almost illicit glimpse into the therapist's heart and mind, Momma and the Meaning of Life illuminates the unique potential of every human relationship.

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loved the narrator and concepts in this book. it shows the fraught nature of psychotherapy and the ultimate kindness and love it can bring to those willing to embrace it

great stories

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Yalom's books are like having a romantic affair with life, full of excitement, existential angst, rich interpretations & the sadness when I come to the end of it. Brilliant time spent listening to this one. Highly recommend.

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