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This paper focuses on the role of affect within the process of individuation. This approach provides us with the opportunity to shed light upon the (mostly implicit) capacity Jung’s psychology possesses to move beyond the limitations of individuality and to highlight the psyche’s collective dimension. The paper explores some of the ways in which we can become aware of such processes within the vessel of clinical work. A recap of Jung’s comments on affect and emotion is followed by a discussion of the contribution of the French philosopher Gilbert Simondon and particularly the role of affect in what he calls “transindividuation” (Simondon, 2020; Combes, 2013). Clinical examples will be provided to illustrate the way in which powerful affects can be observed to occur not only within the separate psyches of either patient or analyst, but also within a third field or “bond” (Jung, 1946, para. 367) which I believe we can usefully understand as “transindividual”.

The distinction between physical and psychological time has intrigued scholars since the 20th century. This article explores Carl Jung’s insights into psychological time, illustrating his distinctive approach from philosophical and clinical perspectives. Philosophically, influenced by Henri Bergson, Jung reconceptualizes time as an expression of libido—a dynamic life force marked by continuous transformation that fuels growth, creativity, and the path to individuation. Unlike Eastern philosophical views that often regard time as an illusion, Jung presents a more affirmative perspective, suggesting that our finite, time-bound experience allows for a complementary relationship with the infinite, ultimately facilitating a profound sense of wholeness. Clinically, Jung’s approach diverges from Freudian psychoanalysis by questioning the linear model of psychological development and adopting circular epistemologies to interpret neurotic symptoms. Key Jungian concepts, such as archetypes and the principle of synchronicity, introduce a trans-temporal dimension to the unconscious, where past, present, and future converge and mutually influence one another, transcending linear causality—an idea that intriguingly aligns with concepts in modern quantum physics. Finally, while Jungian psychology challenges everyday notions of time, it does not dismiss the importance of ordinary temporal frameworks. The stability of Chronos and the transcendence of Kairos are equally vital, and a healthy psyche depends on maintaining a balanced harmony between them.

La distinction entre le temps physique et le temps psychologique intrigue les chercheurs depuis le XXe siècle. Cet article explore les idées de Carl Jung sur le temps psychologique, en illustrant son approche distincte du point de vue philosophique et clinique. Du côté philosophique, influencé par Henri Bergson, Jung reconceptualise le temps comme une expression de la libido, une force vitale dynamique marquée par une transformation continue qui alimente la croissance, la créativité et le chemin vers l'individuation. Contrairement aux philosophies orientales qui considèrent souvent le temps comme une illusion, Jung présente une perspective plus positive, suggérant que notre expérience finie et limitée dans le temps permet une relation complémentaire avec l'infini, facilitant en fin de compte un profond sentiment de plénitude. Sur le plan clinique, l'approche de Jung diverge de la psychanalyse freudienne en remettant en question le modèle linéaire du développement psychologique et en adoptant des épistémologies circulaires afin de mieux interpréter les symptômes névrotiques. Les principaux concepts jungiens, tels que l’archétype ou la synchronicité permettent de percevoir une dimension trans-temporelle de l’inconscient, à savoir une convergence du passé, du présent et du futur qui s’associent en une mutualité transcendante la causalité linéaire – une idée qui s’allie de manière intrigante à la