We need a community for “awful taste, good execution” (and vice versa), or whatever they were called on Reddit.

That’s a great point.

Unfortunately, the ethical implications of this would be troubling. Refunds would have the effect of reinforcing whatever the patient did that session. If doing or making up wild stuff is what gets you a free session, some people are going to realize that. If other patients catch wind of one person getting a refund, they may end up doing and saying wilder things, too. Patients’ best interests would take a backseat to the entertainment of the therapist, and that’s pretty messed up if you think about it.

Yeah, ethical therapy person gotta ruin the fun. Sorry guys. But there is potential in a refund model. It could go far if it’s used to reward positive things, like putting the most effort into working out an issue, or making the most personal growth over a period of time.

Wow, that’s actually really cool. Information from you is helping doctors further their understanding of the human body. You’re making a positive contribution to the world just by existing. That’s awesome.

The first time I saw a psychiatrist, she asked if she could hug me.

It was cool with me, so I accepted. She seemed truly moved, and although I can hypothesize as to why, but I don’t think I’ll ever actually know.

It does make me think I should write a book sometime.

I think I see what you mean. Being able to explain the actual workings of a task or skill shows a much greater depth of understanding about said task or skill, compared to simply performing it.

I would like you to consider the perspective of those who don’t speak, those who find the task cognitively overwhelming, those with disabilities or TBIs who have a particular deficit with verbal processing. There are many people who can understand fully well the ins and outs of a task or skill, but be unable to put it into words despite their high level of understanding. They would be able to teach if not for barriers outside of their control. It’s important not to write off somebody’s intelligence just because they struggle to communicate.

Don’t forget about rising sea levels and flooding. Florida’s in for a tough future.