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Ram Dass's Early Life and Discontent
- Ram Dass describes his early life as a successful social scientist, driven by achievement and material possessions.
- Despite outward success, he felt an inner dissonance, sensing a lack of fulfillment in his academic and personal pursuits.
Questioning Psychology's Effectiveness
- Ram Dass questioned the efficacy of psychology, observing a disconnect between theories and real-life application.
- He found his colleagues' personal lives to be as troubled as anyone else's, despite their expertise.
Ineffective Psychoanalysis
- Ram Dass underwent five years of psychoanalysis but found it unproductive due to his own knowledge of Freudian theory.
- He realized his ego's defenses were stronger than the analytical tools, rendering the expensive therapy ineffective.