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From chef to contemplative monk … and now a psychologist, too

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Lucía Chamat - published on 08/16/22
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This young Carmelite was called to study psychology so he can help those who come to him find healing and consolation.

It’s not a common sight to see a monk wearing a habit and sandals in a psychoanalysis class having academic discussions about Freud's theories. But when the person in question is also a cloistered monk, the situation is even more unusual and curious!

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