HBO’s “In Treatment” – worth watching

A few weeks ago we got a call from Dish Network – a special deal on HBO. We figured we’d give it a shot. Well, I must say that it has really been enjoyable. I cannot quite figure out the schedule and so I just sort of stumble on things. It does appear that Sunday evenings some interesting things come on.

One series I have found is “In Treatment”. Again, I have not figured out the schedule, but it seems that early on Sunday evenings they show about 4 or so 30 minute shows back to back. I find myself totally absorbed. Basically the series shows people who are in therapy as if you are a fly on the wall. There are a lot of tortured souls and a lot of tears, but it is interesting to sit in on these people’s problems, thoughts and reactions. On the one hand it can be pretty depressing. But on the other hand I end up feeling grateful that – despite gripes I have here and there – my life is so much more fulfilling and complete than the lives of these folks. I am glad I do not have screwed up kids, a hatred of my parents, or a relationship that is going down the drain.

The writing is good – I guess in some ways it is sort of like a soap opera, except that the problems these people have are so commonplace that they have relevance. The acting is quite good too – at least so far.

Anyway, I am pleased I stumbled upon this little gem. And I am immensely thankful that my life is simple and happy.