John Launer

Experienced psychotherapist and author, formerly senior staff at the Tavistock Clinic and Associate Dean for postgraduate medical education at the University of London; author of the biography 'Sex Versus Survival: The Life and Ideas of Sabina Spielrein' and the main presenter in this episode.

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Mar 5, 2020 • 1h 24min

Sex Versus Survival: The Life and Ideas of Sabina Spielrein

Join John Launer, an experienced psychotherapist and author, as he explores the life of Sabina Spielrein, a pioneering figure in sexual psychotherapy. He discusses her tumultuous relationship with Carl Jung and the impact it had on their intellectual trajectories. Launer highlights Spielrein's innovative theories on the connection between destruction and creation, challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field, and her significant contributions that have often been overlooked. This engaging talk sheds light on her remarkable legacy and the ongoing quest for recognition.

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