"Recently a psychologist friend was singing a familiar refrain: "My clients want their problematical circumstances alleviated, but few want to change how they see the world.”Most intransigent among his clients are those with government benefits and mandated weekly therapy.
Some have been coming to him for years.
Their mindsets are characterized by hopelessness, but they have shelter and food and seem to be averse to change.
Going to therapy is a big event in their week.
Qualifying for benefits is important to them.
An oft-repeated question is, "Can you get me eligible for more benefits?"
They were unlikely to take steps to hold a steady job, since doing so is at odds with keeping their benefits..."
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