This statement really struck me, and here is why. This was said with a little bit of humor, it was also said with a little bit of truth. It is also a poignant comment on our society and the way people communicate with their friends, or lack thereof.
Why do people have friendships if they do not really want to be friends? The meaningless relationships people have with each other today is reflected in the statement. The etiquette of our social relations is based on material and/or superficial ideas, not real true relationships. For the majority, communication is a lie. Why would someone even make the joke that because I listen (and I am a good listener), that I am a “psychologist.” When has it become that therapy is just an opportunity to get listened to and attain a little validation? When has that become okay? Why has that become okay?
Get into a friendship because it is fun. Get into a friendship because of shared beliefs and values. Get into a friendship to have someone to listen to you. Get into a friendship to have a buddy to cuddle with.
Try to have a real, touching relationship if you haven’t. It is part of the beauty of life. It is part of the beauty of being human. Stop playing games, stop hurting people, stop hurting yourself.
I am sick and tired of seeing pain, hurt, and broken relationships because people are being idiots. Because people do not want to stop and use their heads. Because people hate and judge before they know what is going on. Stop listening to gossip. Stop making pre-judgements.
Start looking, listening, communicating, and living.