Art Vs Academic II

It's not enough for therapists to genuinely and sincerely listen: I think all therapists should be trained to ask 'why', even when the answers are dark and twisted.

Light is good for health; well then, so is darkness.

Darkness brings healing and depth that light may not be equipped to provide.

Especially when the questions and answers revolve around suicide, self-harm and existential depression.

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