Michael Scott is a strange kind of case for the Couch, because almost nobody who has ever watched The Office would call him well adjusted. He interrupts, overshares, makes his employees' lives harder in pursuit of making them love him, and occasionally says something so inappropriate that even his most patient staff members visibly flinch. … Continue reading The Character Couch – Michael Scott
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The Character Couch – Leslie Knope
Pull up a chair. Today's guest walked in fifteen minutes early, brought a binder, and has already reorganized the waiting room by color-coded folder. She's thrilled to be here. She's also, I'd wager, a little worried this session is going to find something she can't fix with a well-timed breakfast of waffles and whipped cream. … Continue reading The Character Couch – Leslie Knope
The Character Couch – Worf
Pull up a chair. Today's guest arrived early, sat down without being asked, and has already informed me twice that this entire exercise is beneath a warrior's dignity. He's still here. That tells you almost everything you need to know about him before he says another word. Worf is a strange case for the Couch, … Continue reading The Character Couch – Worf
