I’ve noticed a disturbing trend in some blogs that I’ve been reading: they start out well discussing topics in psychology and psychiatry but then – usually after some time has lapsed – the authors seem to lose focus and start doing strange things like recommending their favourite lobster restaurant or reviewing movies.
It may be the same phenomena that makes movie- and music stars want to share with us their thoughts on….well, everything. I often blush in embarrassment on their behalf and think: “you really should stick to what you know.”
I know a lot about psychology. It’s what I’m trained in, it’s what I do every day, it’s what I’m passionate about. If I start writing about anything else – please stop me!
I’m not a food critic, a movie reviewer, a fashion designer, a book reviewer (I don’t have a degree in literature although I have one in Comparative Religion and may be able to say something fairly reasonable about the concept of sacrifice or the role of icons. Maybe). Never let me advice you on anything to do with IT or finance (the results would likely be catastrophic).
Basically, in matters other than psychological, I am just a citizen and I don’t assume that my “top 5 movies”, “5 best reads”, or “5 best travel destinations” are of any particular interest or value to you.
If I start assuming that it’s because I’ve lost focus and I need you to stop me before I embarrass myself.
I know I can count on you.
Thank you.