My psychiatrist told me I was crazy and I said I want a second opinion. He said okay, you're ugly too.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A psychiatrist joke linking mental state to appearance.
- In plain terms
- The speaker wanted a second opinion and got insulted.
- What can you take from it?
- Opinions can be subjective.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who defines sanity?
- Can appearance affect self-worth?
Another view
It mocks mental health professionals.
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