
Irvin Yalom
Emeritus professor of psychiatry at Stanford University’s School of Medicine and internationally bestselling author. His work focuses on existential psychotherapy and group therapy.
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Dec 30, 2022 • 5min
Episode 274: Cancer cures neurosis
Irvin Yalom, a great psychotherapist, discusses how cancer can reshape priorities, offering a genuine challenge that diminishes trivial worries. Exploring the emotional shifts of those facing mortality, leading to profound changes in perspectives and highlighting the significance of living authentically and fearlessly.

Aug 30, 2021 • 51min
Irvin Yalom || Existential Psychotherapy
In this conversation, Irvin D. Yalom, renowned psychiatrist and bestselling author, shares his profound insights on existential psychotherapy. He reflects on his childhood experiences and the impact of racial segregation, alongside his passion for literature and chess. Yalom delves into death anxiety and regret, exploring how these emotions shape our relationships. He shares personal tales of love, loss, and acceptance, emphasizing the vital role of interpersonal connections as we confront life’s inevitable end. His wisdom offers therapists and listeners alike guidance on living meaningfully.