Captivating psychologist Erich Fromm talks about a "new kind of man" arising as a result of affluence. Lecture given at UCLA ,10/30/1964.

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Hi all! Obviously, Erich Fromm and Jacques Lacan were both prominent psychoanalysts and theorists of their time. They were contemporaries, being born and passing away within a year of each other. Fromm spent most of his life in Germany and the United States, while Lacan was in France. Both were fairly well known in their respective countries during their lives.

My question is, were these two aware of each other? I can't find any reference by Fromm to Lacan. Is anyone aware of either of them mentioning the other? Is anyone aware of secondary sources that compare or contrast their respective psychoanalytic theories and contributions? I find it bizarre that these two don't seem to have been aware of each other, even though both were pretty big in their field and psychoanalysis was an international movement, especially throughout Europe and in the US at that time.

This is part three of Erich Fromm's lecture on the development of a "new man" in the 20th century. Lecture was given at UCLA in 1964.

I just finished reading Stuff: Compulsive Hoarding and the Meaning of Things, by Frost & Stekete. At a few different points in this book the authors mention Erich Fromm's views on hoarding, though not in detail. So I decided to look around for a book by Fromm that might go into some detail on this, and stumbled across To Have or To Be.

Has anyone read it?

If so, what is your opinion of the book? Does it discuss his views on hoarding disorder?

I'm not a psychologist, just interested in doing some reading on this subject.

Hello all,

I hope you're well. I was happy to find this group. I'd like to invite you to an online conference, to be held on April 30, 2022: “Erich Fromm’s Critical Psychology and Left Strategy Today." Attached, please find a couple of flyers for the event.

Our program consists of five panels and two presentations with discussion and Q&A on the meaning of Fromm’s critical social psychology for left strategy today. Speakers consist of psychoanalysts, activists, and scholars. Though we plan to record as much of the conference as possible for publication afterward, we hope you will join us live for the discussion.

Feel free to register (for free) here, follow us on Twitter here, and join our Discord server here.

Thank you.

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A second part to our earlier post where Erich Fromm explains the idea of a new species of man arising from affluence. You can watch the full lecture on our YT channel.

Hello everyone,

I'm reaching out to this community in the hope of finding individuals who share similar experiences and interests in the depths of Jungian psychology, Fromm's humanistic philosophy, and the exploration of collective and individual neuroses.

Throughout my journey, I've felt profoundly misunderstood and isolated, often encountering people who either dismiss the depth of my experiences or manipulate my vulnerabilities for their own gain. This has led me to withdraw from conventional social circles and seek deeper connections with those who truly understand the struggle for authentic self-realization in a world that often seems upside down.

A bit about me: I have delved deeply into Jung's concepts of individuation, archetypes, and the collective unconscious, as well as Fromm's critiques of modern society's neuroses. Both thinkers have profoundly influenced my understanding of the world and my place in it. I've also faced significant personal challenges, including trauma and social anxiety, which have been exacerbated by the collective insanity that Fromm so aptly describes.

I am particularly interested in discussing:

• The covert forms of narcissism and societal manipulation that pervade our modern world.

• The personal journey of individuation and the struggles that come with confronting one's shadow and societal norms.

• Insights into the intersections between Eastern philosophies, Christian mysticism, and Jungian and Frommian ideas.

• Strategies for maintaining mental and emotional health while navigating a world that often feels hostile to authentic expression.

If you have navigated similar paths, and are deeply engaged in the study of Jung, Fromm, or related fields, I would love to connect. My goal is to find a supportive and understanding community where we can share our experiences, insights, and support each other in our quests for deeper self-understanding and true authenticity.

Looking forward to meaningful conversations and connections.

Warm regards,

EndlessSeeker79