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Milton H. Erickson

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Psychiatrist

Milton H. Erickson was a renowned American psychotherapist and psychiatrist, known for his unique hypnotherapy and communication techniques. He made significant contributions to the field of psychology, particularly in the areas of addressing psychological disorders and promoting personal growth.

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“Until you are willing to be confused about what you already know, what you know will never grow bigger, better, or more useful.”

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“When I wanted to know something, I wanted it undistorted by somebody else's imperfect knowledge.”

Knows Wanted Imperfect

Book:The Nature of Hypnosis and Suggestion

Source: The Nature of Hypnosis and Suggestion

“You see, we don't know what our goals are. We learn our goals only in the process of getting there. "I don't know what I'm building but I'm going to enjoy building it and when I get through building it I'll know what it is." In doing psychotherapy you impress this upon patients. You don't know what a baby is going to become. Therefore, you take good care of it until it becomes what it will.”

Knows Care Waiting Process Goal Baby

Author:Milton H. Erickson

About the Author

Born: December 5, 1901
Died: March 25, 1980
Known for: Psychiatrist
Quotes: 41

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The Wisdom of Milton H. Erickson: Human Behavior and PsychotherapyRelated source material

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