MEMORABLE LESSONS FROM A MULTIFACETED CAREER

Some of the ideas and ideals we glean and put together from countless hours of reading about, observing, being supervised about, and practic ing psychotherapy seem, from the invitation to contribute this article , to be deemed worthy of sharing. This article summarizes some of the major lessons I have learned from consulting with thousands of patient s, trainees, and supervisees in several dozen countries and hundreds o f cities. It is painted in broad brush strokes as the intent is to pro vide a kaleidoscopic view of the colorful bits and pieces that are dra wn together from a varied, absorbing, stimulating, and never dull adul t life as a psychotherapist.