• Therapy is the topic that many are afraid to raise or admit they seek. But should it be kept a secret, or should society embrace it? Human beings go through countless experiences and interactions, each shaping them in some way. While some leave behind cherished memories, others become a direct ticket to a therapist's office.

"Let me have a seat then maybe I will tell you what ails me. Not the pain from my ailing bones but the secrets buried deep inside. Not the ones of the sun but those that fill me with doubt. Not of the man I met today but of the child that is still crying in his bed. Not of the one who walks the earth but of the child stuck hiding under the bed."- (Poem by Nickita Ivy.)

Therapy is the topic that many are afraid to raise or admit they need. But should it be kept a secret, or should society embrace it? Human beings go through countless experiences and interactions, each shaping them in some way. While some leave behind cherished memories, others become a direct ticket to a therapist's office.

Despite this, there remains a stigma surrounding therapy, especially in cultures that equate mental resilience with silence. Seeking professional help is often seen as a sign of weakness rather than self-care. But why should speaking to a therapist be treated any differently than visiting a doctor for a physical ailment?

No one hesitates to treat a broken leg, yet a wounded mind is expected to heal itself. Mental health should be given equal attention as physical health. Stress, trauma, anxiety, and depression manifest not just in our thoughts but in our bodies. Insomnia, fatigue, headaches, and even chronic illnesses can be linked to unresolved emotional distress.

Therapy provides the tools to cope, heal, and regain control over one's life. It's not about being "broken" or "damaged" but prioritizing well-being and understanding oneself better. In recent years, public figures have begun openly discussing about therapy and mental health journey, normalizing the conversation around mental health.

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Celebrities like Michelle Obama and Trevor Noah have spoken about how therapy helped them navigate personal struggles. If influential individuals can embrace it, why shouldn't the rest of us?

The need for therapy is universal. Just as we schedule routine check-ups to prevent illness, mental health check-ins should be just as routine. Life will always throw challenges our way, but seeking help shouldn't be viewed as an act of desperation—it should be seen as an act of self-care.

It's time to shift the narrative. Therapy should be as standard as visiting a doctor. Not a secret, not a last resort—just another tool for living a healthier, fuller life.