The Art of Psychic Knotting
If you’ve been looking for a way into Lacan’s later work, I’ve got just the solution: A deep dive into Seminar XXIII, where we’re exploring how James Joyce used a unique, self-authored knot to keep from falling apart — and what that means for us today.
Whether you’re a seasoned Lacanian or simply curious about how we in-ex-sist the Symbolic through our own self-fabrications, there is a seat at the table for you.
And just to give you a sense of what’s on offer, here’s the latest diagram in the series, which shows how a trefoil knot (here drawn in purple) emerges from Lacan’s Borromean links — a trefoil knot that, if it doesn't remain closed, occasions the sinthome.
What’s included when you register for the series:
Instant Access to Recorded Lectures: Five so far, and who knows how many more? We start with the basics and scaffold from there, approaching Seminar XXIII one toehold at a time.
Live Interactive Discussions: Join our bi-weekly Zoom sessions where we transform this dense text into practical insights, hearing from established scholars, seasoned clinicians, and learners of every stripe.
A Guided Journey: We move through Seminar XXIII chapter-by-chapter, ensuring the theory remains grounded and accessible.
Our Upcoming Live Schedule:
Our next session is this Friday, February 27. Here is the path ahead, followed by a link to learn more and join the series.
February 27: Chapters 3–4
March 13: Chapters 5–6
March 27: Chapters 7–8
April 10: Chapters 9–10