Ordinary Unhappiness 39: It’s Not You, It’s Lacan: The Mirror Stage, Part I
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Jan 27, 2024 Explore the challenges of interpreting Lacan's work and the rewards of studying his concepts. Delve into the experience of reading and creating meaning through texts and poetry. Understand the complexity and interdisciplinary nature of Lacanian philosophy. Discover the significance of Lacan in psychoanalysis and his controversial interventions in therapy sessions. Dive into Lacan's connections with other thinkers and his contrasting attitude towards the art world. Examine the concept of the 'I' as a function and its dynamic production in psychoanalytic experience. Explore the challenges of translating Lacan's 'The Mirror Stage' essay and the significance of titles. Analyze gestures and paranoia in Lacanian theory. Learn about the mirror stage in child development and the significance of self-recognition in a mirror.
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Frustration with Lacan
- Abby describes throwing Lacan's books across her tiny apartment in frustration.
- This anecdote highlights the difficulty and frustration many experience when first encountering Lacan's work.
Understanding Lacan
- To understand Lacan, immerse yourself in his work and learn how he speaks.
- Patrick recommends listening to Lacan's lectures and reading Malcolm Bowie's introduction.
Dan's Lacanian Journey
- Dan recounts his deep dive into Lacan, including a grant to study at the Ecole Freudienne in Paris.
- He initially aimed to understand everything, but realized the importance of the process itself.