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Presence and absence through the mirror of transference: a model of the transcendent function
Author(s) -
Joseph Steven M.
Publication year - 1997
Publication title -
journal of analytical psychology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.285
H-Index - 23
eISSN - 1468-5922
pISSN - 0021-8774
DOI - 10.1111/j.1465-5922.1997.00139.x
Subject(s) - parallels , psychology , character (mathematics) , function (biology) , process (computing) , psychoanalysis , cognitive psychology , computer science , geometry , mathematics , mechanical engineering , evolutionary biology , engineering , biology , operating system
The workings of the transcendent function are explored through the development of a model of psychical process which is founded on the symbolism of the mirror. The model consists in a three‐dimensional psychical manifold comprising apperceptive, reflective, and subjective axes. A fourth, temporal axis is implicit in the process character of the model. A fifth, affective axis is not discussed. The model is used to enhance understanding of both failed and successful transcendent functioning. Parallels with modes of initiation are developed. The transference role of the therapist is explored.