Cooperation Quote by Thomas Szasz
“Psychoanalysis is an attempt to examine a person's self-justifications. Hence it can be undertaken only with the patient's cooperation and can succeed only when the patient has something to gain by abandoning or modifying his system of self-justification.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Myth of Mental Illness by Thomas Szasz, 1961
Therapy works when patients willingly confront and revise their self‑justifications, seeking genuine change.
In simple terms: Therapy needs patient willingness.
Key Takeaway
Encourage honest self‑examination.
Themes
psychology
self‑awareness
change
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
clinical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- counselling sessions
- personal reflection
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
self‑justification
patient cooperation
therapeutic alliance
Questions to Reflect On
- What self‑justifications limit you?
- Are you ready to let go of old narratives?
A Different Perspective
Resistance can block progress.
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