The Art of Psychoanalysis I & II [Way Beyond The West] (KPFA)
LectureRadioWay Beyond the West/ Way Beyond the West20 August 1959KPFAAlan WattsSpeaker#zenbuddhism#psychotherapy#psychoanalysis
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- 58m
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- topics
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The transcript discusses Jay Haley's 1958 article on psychoanalysis as an art of 'one upmanship' between analyst and patient, highlighting the structured therapeutic techniques and psychological maneuvers involved. It draws parallels between psychoanalysis and Zen practice, emphasizing the role of trust, self-acceptance, and the social context underlying mental health. The discussion also critiques narrow focuses in psychotherapy and underscores the complexity of the analyst-patient relationship.
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