Sigmund Freud

Hello! My name is Sigmund Freud. I was born a long, long time ago, in 1856, in a small town called Freiberg. When I was just a little boy, my family moved to a big, busy city called Vienna. I had many brothers and sisters, and our home was always full of noise and stories. More than anything, I loved to read. I would hide away with my books and imagine all sorts of amazing things. I was curious about everything, but especially about people. I wondered, 'What makes us do the things we do? Why do we feel happy one moment and sad the next?'.

When I grew up, I decided to become a doctor. I went to a big university and studied very hard. But I didn't want to be the kind of doctor who just fixed broken bones or tummy aches. I wanted to be a doctor who helped people with their feelings and their worries. I realized that our minds are like giant, mysterious houses with many hidden rooms. Sometimes, we have thoughts and feelings tucked away in these rooms that we don't even know are there! These secret feelings can sometimes make us feel confused or unhappy.

So, I came up with a new idea. What if people could feel better just by talking? I invited people to my cozy office to sit and talk with me. They told me about their lives, their problems, and even their dreams they had at night. I listened very, very carefully to every word. I discovered that when people talked about their secret thoughts and memories, it was like opening a window in a stuffy room and letting in fresh air. They started to understand themselves better and felt much happier. I called this my 'talking cure.' My own daughter, Anna, learned from me and became a special doctor who helped children understand their feelings, too.

I wrote many books to share my ideas with the world. At first, some people thought my ideas were strange, but soon, many started to see how helpful they were. Even though I am no longer here, my ideas continue to help people. I hope my story reminds you that your feelings are important, and that talking about them is one of the bravest and best things you can do. Understanding your own mind is the beginning of a wonderful adventure.