For my fifty dollars, I want to leave the doctor's office in tears, but instead I walk out feeling like a hypochondriac, which is one of the few things I'm actually not.
In David Sedaris' book "Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls," the author humorously reflects on his experiences with doctors and the expectations he has when paying for medical consultations. He expresses a desire for the visit to evoke strong emotions, suggesting that he wants profound insights or a life-changing moment. Instead, he finds himself leaving the appointment feeling anxious and questioning his own health, which adds to his frustration.
Through this observation,...