Lectures on Lacan Podcast The Subversion of the Subject and the Dialect of Desire, Part 2
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Aug 16, 2022 AI Snips
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Wordplay and the Ego
- The French word "moi" (ego) relates to "me" and the "J" in "Jewish songs" relates to "play".
- Lacan connects this wordplay to Deleuze and Guattari's concept of outliving the ego through play.
The Diminishing of Symptoms
- Ideally, "Jewish songs" (symptoms and their enjoyment) lessen over time through therapy.
- This happens when patients recognize the truth in their actions and confront their patterns.
Realization through Observation
- A patient might realize their relationship patterns through a friend's observation.
- This realization can lead to self-reflection and the lessening of maladaptive "Jewish songs."