Who would study psychology if they didn't have some kind of problem?

Chapter 163 Teacher Hu's Thoughts

For the small Yan Nuo Psychological Center, Howard's plenary meeting yesterday was nothing short of a bombshell.

It's like a fisherman finally realizing the fish aren't biting, getting tired of baiting and groundbaiting, and finally switching to blasting fish.

Inside the Yan Nuo Center, all sorts of opinions surged forth as a result.

Regardless of their attitudes toward the meeting's content, they all reached a basic consensus—the work and life at Yan Nuo Psychological Center were about to undergo drastic changes.

Privately, dozens of small group chats that colleagues had created for each other all went off almost all night.

Almost everyone stayed up all night.

The next day at work, dark circles were everywhere in the company, and almost everyone looked haggard.

Despite this, everyone's desire to discuss the matter only intensified; in the office area, people were divided into several small groups based on their relationship with each other, whispering among themselves.

……

After finishing her conversations in several small groups, Teacher Hu looked around.

It took almost no effort.

He accurately spotted Nan Zhuren, who occupied a corner and was surrounded by a sense of solemn silence, almost like a scorched earth.

Nan Zhuren was not in any of the small groups discussing the issue.

This is normal.

People who excel in technical skills and appearance often need to spend more energy cultivating interpersonal relationships.

Because strong personal abilities can create a sense of alienation, like a secluded orchid in a valley, standing alone from the world.

This is also documented in "Social Psychology": According to research, overly perfect individuals are often at a disadvantage in social situations; however, if they actively show some flaws and break this "perfectionist" mentality, they can thrive in social situations.

I've forgotten the specific term used to describe this phenomenon, and I don't have the textbook with me. There's also a bunch of random explanations online.

Anyway, Teacher Hu remembered that he had memorized this concept, which could explain the situation around Nan Zhuren at this moment—no one was talking to him.

As Teacher Hu was marveling at this, she came to her senses and found that her legs were moving on their own.

It was like teleportation, happening without anyone noticing—

They walked up to Nan Zhuren.

The young consultant, who was deep in thought, slowly looked up: "...?"

He looked puzzled.

Teacher Hu took a deep breath; experienced psychological counselors are always able to quickly adjust their mindset.

Since we're already here, a little greeting won't hurt, so let's...

"Are you a little nervous? Did you not know what to do before coming to me?" Nan Zhuren asked abruptly.

"..."

I forgot about the nature of the guy in front of me.

Teacher Hu exhaled the deep breath she had just taken.

"Such a big thing happened at the company recently, so I wanted to talk to you about it."

Teacher Hu quickly sorted out his thoughts. He looked at Nan Zhuren and found that the young consultant's expression was normal.

He sat at his workstation, his physical condition and the work he was doing were still the same as usual.

It stood in stark contrast to the surrounding atmosphere of exhaustion and restlessness.

It seems that the boss's decision yesterday had no effect on him at all.

Teacher Hu organized her thoughts: "Zhu Ren—may I call you that? I think our relationship is pretty good right now?"

Nan Zhuren lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then suddenly said, "Teacher Hu, there's a question I've always wanted to ask you, but I haven't had the chance."

"I've always wanted to ask for your advice" is generally used to describe something very serious.

Teacher Hu's expression immediately turned serious.

"Go ahead." "Teacher Hu... what's your name?"

"..."

Why would I think we have a good relationship? Did you leave all your emotional intelligence in the counseling room? Someone like you deserves to be unpopular at the company!!!

"My name is Hu Zhongming."

Teacher Hu said calmly.

Nan Zhuren nodded: "Okay, Zhong Ming—never mind, you're older than me, I'll just call you 'Old Hu'."

Should I thank you for your polite address?

However, after this interruption, Teacher Hu's train of thought actually became clear.

He quickly composed himself and voiced his initial thoughts: "Zhu Ren, what are your thoughts on what the boss said yesterday?"

Nan Zhuren blinked: "I plan to go ask Sister Pingting today."

Upon hearing this, Teacher Hu looked incredulous: "No, don't you have your own thoughts? Do you know what the boss meant by what he said yesterday?"

"What concept?"

Teacher Hu took a deep breath.

"You've been studying at school all this time, so it's normal that you don't know much about the industry; but I think you at least know that the psychological counseling industry is very chaotic, right?"

Nan Zhuren nodded, indicating that he understood this point.

"Then, Zhu Ren, I'm going to tell you next—"

"A large part of the chaos within the psychological counseling industry stems from [emotional counseling]."

Teacher Hu's expression was unusually serious.

"The industry of 'emotional counseling' is basically just using the name of 'psychological counseling' to attract customers with a sense of mystery; but the clients are not 'clients' in the psychological sense. They are basically just asking questions like 'how to pursue the opposite sex,' 'how to start an intimate relationship,' and 'how to get back together with a ex after a breakup.'"

"Then, those [emotional counselors] will teach their 'clients' how to pursue the opposite sex, how to start an intimate relationship, and how to win back their boyfriend or girlfriend."

Would Nan Zhuren not know these things?

Nan Zhuren knew all about it.

"The solutions to these problems don't use knowledge of 'psychological counseling' at all, but something else entirely—and the only counseling techniques actually used in these so-called 'emotional psychological counseling' sessions are how to get clients to renew their fees for an extended period."

Teacher Hu shook his head: "Because it's not a psychological problem, there's no concern about transference; and emotional problems are the easiest to get carried away with and the easiest to spend money on."

"Relationship problems are very common nowadays, and the client base is indeed large. Therefore, relationship counselors can easily accumulate a large number of regular cases and generate revenue in a short period of time."

Nan Zhuren looked at Teacher Hu's expression; his face was now filled with conflict.

Two completely opposite emotions intertwined on it.

The young consultant thought for a moment and replied, "It sounds like transforming into an 'emotional counseling' service could indeed improve the company's current situation, alleviate its financial difficulties, and especially generate income for employees—isn't that what workers want?"

Nan Zhuren subconsciously used a consultation technique.

"But Lao Hu, although you said you came to 'discuss' with me, it seems like you came with answers to your questions?"

Teacher Hu was taken aback.

"Emotional counseling has so many benefits, but in your description just now, you kept putting yourself in opposition to emotional counseling."

"The language also emphasizes the harm, especially the damage to legitimate industries and visitors, as well as the violation of professional ethics."

Nan Zhuren spread his hands.

He made a "See?" gesture towards Teacher Hu.

"Should I continue?"

Teacher Hu was stunned.

(End of this chapter)