Freud & Beyond 04: Dualism, Dialectics & Winnicott's Transitional Area

Dive into the intriguing interplay of mind-body dualism and its implications in psychoanalysis. Explore Winnicott's concept of the transitional area, where art, religion, and play flourish. Discover how emotional confrontation shapes therapy and the importance of recognizing therapists’ emotional struggles. Delve into the duality of belief and disbelief, and the vital suspensions that allow us to engage with culture—while navigating the risks of losing touch with reality.