The speaker debunked common myths and misconceptions about psychology and psychotherapy, emphasizing that psychology is a broad, complex discipline that extends beyond therapy and mental illness. They highlighted the distinction between psychologists, psychiatrists, and counselors, and stressed that psychology is not a science but a rich, insightful literary field focused on understanding human behavior and mind. The discussion encouraged everyone to engage with psychology, recommending regular therapy sessions as a form of self-checkup to gain insight and personal growth. 20 WRONG Ideas About Therapy, Psychology (2nd World Psychiatrists and Psychologists Conference)