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Why It's Okay to Repeat Yourself in Therapy
Ever catch yourself in therapy retelling the same story about that frustrating coworker, a childhood memory, or a recurring worry, using the same words or phrases? You might think, “Ugh, I’m boring my therapist!” But here’s the truth: repeating yourself in therapy isn’t just okay—it’s a powerful part of the process. Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis, saw verbal repetition as a key to unlocking your inner world. Let’s explore why saying the same thing again in therapy is something to embrace, not avoid.