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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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About this listen

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.

©2015 Irving D. Yalom (P)2016 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Thought-Provoking Heartfelt

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v insightful and cleverly written. I'll always be a big Yalom fan. his view of the therapeutic relationship has always been far beyond his time

fantastic

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Helped me take a different look and understand my therapist and our group better.

Will read Yalom more

Brought me some understanding

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A fascinating mix of factual and fictional studies. I could not stop listening to this, in the car, in the kitchen, in the bath!

Couldn't stop listening

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There should be so many more books like this, it leaves you wanting more and give insight into the profession that is so relatable there is not one minute where you feel bored.

Amazing as ever

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…and I have just added every other one I could find on audio to my wish list. A wonderfully Intelligent and challenging approach.

I specialise as a Christian Counsellor so have a very different worldview but quality process is quality process - I have learned so much can’t wait to read the rest!

Stimulating - My First Yalom Book

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