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  • Philosophy
  • Psychology
  • Psychoanalysis

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  • Seneca's practical philosophy from Antiquity offers insights into the human mind.
  • Contemporary psychoanalysis faces new challenges, including Artificial Intelligence.
  • Ancient wisdom can inform modern therapeutic practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore Seneca's philosophy as a precursor to psychoanalytically informed psychotherapy.
  • To discuss the convergence of ancient concepts with contemporary psychoanalytic praxis.
  • To examine the relevance of Stoic ethics in the Anthropocene and AI era.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of Seneca's "Letters on Ethics."
  • Comparative study of ancient philosophical concepts and modern psychoanalytic theories.
  • Exploration of value concepts in practical philosophy and psychotherapy.

Main Results:

  • Seneca's ethical framework provides a foundation for understanding the mind in psychotherapy.
  • Ancient Stoic ideas show significant resonance with contemporary psychoanalytic concepts.
  • Practical philosophy offers valuable insights for applied psychology in the modern era.

Conclusions:

  • Seneca's philosophy is a significant ancestor to psychoanalytically informed psychotherapy.
  • Ancient ethical and practical concepts remain relevant for contemporary psychological practice.
  • Interdisciplinary approaches, bridging ancient philosophy and modern psychoanalysis, are crucial for future developments, especially concerning Artificial Intelligence.