What gets you up in the morning?
The dawn breaking; two cups of hot lemon and ginger brought to me by my partner; and my dog.
If you had to describe what you do in a sentence…
I listen to people who are often speaking unspeakable thoughts.
What makes you an expert in your field?
Experience, professional development and living an engaged and varied personal life.
When and how did you receive your calling?
I don’t believe in callings but I read a book by RD Laing, The Divided Self, which changed my life.
“A warm smile, a comfortable sofa, some wise words… and the world is suddenly a brighter place.”
What is the most misunderstood thing about your profession?
That nobody – not even psychotherapists – has access to the unconscious. Shrinks cannot see inside your mind.
If there was one thing you could pass on to everyone, what would it be?
Trust your instinct. Finding a therapist is a bit like finding a partner – the chemistry matters. What out for therapists who give off a pseudo sense of authority.
What one thing should we stop doing now?
Using our Smartphones as teddy bears, or comforters.
What one thing should we do more of now?
Teach children to meditate and share their dreams instead of having assemblies.
What is your “ikigai”?
My gratitude for good health, being mischievous and my dog.
To learn more about Jane Haynes, visit: thebluedoorpractice.com
