Animal Magnetism and Its Psychological Implications in Hungary

Gyimesi, Júlia

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“…In fin‐de‐siècle Vienna, theosophy, yoga, spiritualism, or early parapsychology thrived (Baier, 2018). As was common elsewhere in Europe, practices related to animal magnetism also lingered on in the Austro‐Hungarian Monarchy (Gyimesi, 2021). Partly as a result of these influences, several institutionalized forms of early parapsychology or psychical research emerged in Austria (see, e.g., Böhm et al, 2009; Malik, 1928; Mulacz, 2000; Tartaruga, 1921; Thirring, 1925).…”

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A misinterpreted psychoanalyst: Herbert Silberer and his theory of symbol‐formation

Gyimesi

2023

J History Behavioral Science

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The primary aim of this article is to give a more detailed exposition of the cultural, personal, and theoretical contexts in which the Viennese psychoanalyst, Herbert Silberer's theories were born. When assessing the broader picture that this approach offers, it can be concluded that Silberer was an innovative thinker who inspired several of his contemporaries. Recognized in many respects by the society and scholars of this time, he represented quite a different viewpoint that was significantly influenced by several forms of Western esoteric thinking. Yet his main aim was to contribute to the field of psychoanalysis and develop a theory in which rationalistic psychoanalytic interpretations were combined with nonreductive approaches to mystical experiences. Silberer's name is frequently mentioned in a specific context in which his tragic suicide is emphasized rather than his innovations. Upon evaluating the materials recording Silberer's private life, it seems very likely that his suicide was not triggered by the criticism of Freud alone. Silberer's family affairs, his relationship with his father, and his financial and professional struggles could have all contributed to his tragic decision. This paper contends that Silberer's oeuvre deserves greater attention and must be evaluated based upon its own merit.

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A misinterpreted psychoanalyst: Herbert Silberer and his theory of symbol‐formation

Gyimesi

2023

J History Behavioral Science

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“…German physician Franz Mesmer was enamored by a theory proposed by Richard Mead claiming that the gravitational pull from planets affects human health via an invisible fluid that acts according to the laws of magnetism [4]. When this fluid flowed freely, people functioned well, but when it did not, they experienced emotional and physical problems.…”

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Exploring the Role of Conscious and Unconscious Processes in Hypnosis: A Theoretical Review

Knafo,

Weinberger

2024

Brain Sciences

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This review provided a comprehensive examination of various theories that attempt to explain hypnosis, focusing on the interplay between conscious and unconscious processes. We conducted a thorough analysis of key theories, from historical origins to recent models centered on cognition, social factors, and attributions. A central theme emerged: the critical role of the unconscious as a “gatekeeper” that modulates and guides the hypnotic experience. This notion appears in various forms across many theories, with the unconscious actively shaping and regulating the flow of information between conscious and unconscious realms during hypnosis. Understanding this dynamic interplay is crucial for comprehending the complex nature of hypnosis. The synthesized view of the unconscious as a “gatekeeper” offers a framework for integrating insights from diverse perspectives and highlights the centrality of unconscious processes in shaping hypnotic phenomena. Future research should further investigate the mechanisms of this unconscious “gatekeeper” role and its impact on hypnosis.

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“…Several articles and books have been published on the effects of early parapsychology (e.g., Evrard, 2016;Monroe, 2008;Wolffram, 2009), psychical (e.g., Lachapelle, 2011;Oppenheim, 1988;Sommer, 2012), and metaphysical (e.g., Gyimesi, 2016c;Méheust, 1999) research. It has been demonstrated that theories connected to animal magnetism and somnambulism proved significant antecedents to modern hypnosis research (e.g., Crabtree, 1993;Ellenberger, 1970;Gauld, 1992;Gyimesi, 2021;Méheust, 1999). It has been shown that early representatives of psychical research and parapsychology contributed to the investigation of altered states of consciousness, dreams, subliminal sensations, and suggestion (see Gyimesi, 2016bGyimesi, , 2016cMonroe, 2008;Plas, 2000).…”

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“…In many cases, it functioned as a theory that offered solutions for existential crises, suffering, or quests for personal development (e.g., Jung, 1961). In other cases, it provided explanations for the nature of human relationships and the mystery of the universal (collective) soul (e.g., Crabtree, 1993; Gyimesi, 2021; Silberer, 1971). In further cases, Western esotericism offered a nonmaterialistic framework for the interpretation of psychological phenomena.…”

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Family Constellation Therapy in the Context of Esotericism

Gyimesi

2022

Perspect Psychol Sci

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In the past decades, Bert Hellinger’s family constellation method has become a highly popular psychotherapeutic modality. Although some research has emerged concerning the foundations, effectiveness, and ethical aspects of family constellation therapy, psychological inquiry has neither reflected on the popularity of the method nor addressed its specific content in detail. In this article, I trace and interpret family constellation therapy within the context of esotericism. Given that parallels between Western esoteric thought and the family constellation system developed by Hellinger can be observed, this article explores the extent to which family constellation therapy is embedded within esotericism. By exploring family constellation therapy and thus broadening the scope of esoteric spirituality, this analysis contributes to contemporary research on Western esoteric thought.

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Animal Magnetism and Its Psychological Implications in Hungary

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A misinterpreted psychoanalyst: Herbert Silberer and his theory of symbol‐formation

A misinterpreted psychoanalyst: Herbert Silberer and his theory of symbol‐formation

Exploring the Role of Conscious and Unconscious Processes in Hypnosis: A Theoretical Review

Family Constellation Therapy in the Context of Esotericism

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