People often ask me if therapy is mandatory nowadays. No, it’s not! Why should it be? We all have different ways of finding balance — and that’s okay. We are different, and we each have our own way of being in the world.

I think you don’t need therapy, especially if you:

were born with an optimistic personality and a stable nervous system

have friends who encourage you AND also tell you the truth, not only what you want to hear

have at least one good friend who truly listens to you

have a meaningful job, something that makes you feel you contribute

have wishes and goals larger than yourself — it’s not always about you, you, you

spend time in nature, admire beauty, and make space for it around you

have a significant other near you, a good-enough relationship with someone you care for

feel that life is more than what you do

generally feel good, without living in anxiety or fear about what might happen in the world or with you

have come to terms with your own imperfections and life events

and finally, are not afraid of the truth — you can embrace it and make changes, no matter how difficult

Many of these are what we need for our well-being. Happiness and balance aren’t things we can always chase — we all go through difficult moments, and that’s part of a normal life.

However, if while reading this list you find yourself thinking, “I don’t really have these…” — then ask yourself: What do I need? And what truly suits me?

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