Case study 1
A young girl, around 20 years of age, approached me with a poignant inquiry :- “why do I lack motivation ? I feel low most of the times and I lack energy to pursue anything”
Therapists view
Lack of motivation can be a common problem that many people face. It can have a significant impact on their personal and professional lives. In this case study, we explore how therapy helped a young girl overcome her lack of motivation and low self-esteem, by taking her Development history
Development History
In therapy , the girls background history was explored and a connection was made to her childhood experiences. She had shared that her father was a perfectionist – once he made her recite a poem, when she was about 5 years old. A few mistakes and her dad made her write the poem over and over again,till she got it perfectly. Sadly, the more he persisted, the more she made mistakes, till they both got exhausted and gave up
It wasn’t a happy nurturing home either. Both parents were constantly fighting, often the fight would end when they shifted their focus on her imperfections. This contributed to her lack of esteem and fear of imperfections.
Psychotherapy
Therapy opened the doors to the pain of her imperfections and low self worth. Repeated sessions on the same theme brought down the intensity of the pain. She felt relieved and understood.
Result:
Through therapy, the young girl was able to overcome her lack of motivation and start pursuing a job she loved. She is learning to express herself and work through her fears and doubts. Though the struggle continues, she is now aware of her feelings and is more expressive in the sessions.
Case Study 2
Title: “To be or not to be”
Ms A approached me for guidance regarding her conflicted relationship with her partner, Mr X. Despite being in love with him, she experienced anxiety and uncertainty about her relationship. This led to her being unproductive and low functioning in all areas, where she was not practicing even self care. She had suicidal feelings and at other times she had homicidal rage towards her family. She had no boundaries when socializing with friends and even acted out with them. There was no consistency or a sense of direction in her life. She felt a total waste.
Psychotherapy
Through psychotherapy, it was discovered that Ms. A had a dependent personality and relied on others to feel safe and secure. Her defense mechanism consisted of indecisiveness and avoiding self-responsibility. She suppressed her own self-expression and was motivated by the need to please others.
Result
Over time, Ms. A learned to tolerate being alone and confront the destructiveness of her pathological ego. She became more realistic and responsible, aware that she had been overly dependent on others. She also gained control over her impulses and started working consistently, even pursuing a master’s degree.
While her relationship with Mr. X is still a work in progress, Ms. A has learned to manage her anxiety and focus on herself.
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If you are feeling stuck, struggling with emotional challenges, or seeking personal growth, I invite you to take the first step towards a fulfilling life. Contact me to schedule a confidential and personalized therapy session. Whether it’s online or face-to-face, we can work together to help you overcome obstacles, achieve your goals, and improve your mental well-being.