The mess in our mind is not something we can untangle on our own, which is why we need connections, bonds, social circles—shoulders to lean upon and share our joys and burdens with. However, in the present postmodern climate, characterized by fragmentation, isolation, and self-centered zeal, that organic connection with others is no longer as easily built, which is where psychotherapists, or ‘shrinks’ come in. But what happens when the therapists themselves are in a bigger mental crisis than their patients? That’s what Apple TV+’s comedy drama, Shrinking, starring Harrison Ford, asks with a hearty dose of empathy, wicked humor, sarcastic jabs, and a healthy dash of sex talks.

Shrinking makes it a point to put narrative emphasis on opening up, communicating, and most importantly, being honest with one’s own self, even if it means acknowledging one’s worst insecurities or facing the fears one prefers to walk away from.