Refazendo fios da existência : estudo reflexivo sobre a escuta profissional frente ao desencanto com a vida.

Abstract

The study addresses the reflection on the theme of suicide and the meanings of life. The research sought the symbolic contents that emerge from this experience and the importance of creating spaces for dialogue on the subject. The research path was repeated several times, reflecting the complexity and depth of the issue. The main objective was to investigate the reasons that lead someone to want to live, exploring experiences and meanings related to life and death. This is a qualitative research with different methodological approaches: Initially, it focused on the analysis of implication, as proposed by Georges Lapassade and René Loureau. A course was developed as a tool to promote discussions on suicide, life, death, reception, care, professional listening and their symbolism, emphasizing the appreciation and respect for the singular. Subsequently, interviews were conducted, renamed ―meetings‖ - with the participation of three people who attempted suicide and (re)connected with the will to live. We used ―life stories‖ and the study was guided mainly by Carl Gustav Jung‘s ―symbolic amplification‖, engaging in symbolic convolution work, with themes that emerged as they recounted their experiences. The content promoted during the course for university students, where suicide and its implications were openly discussed, contributed directly to the development of the final technical product - a book entitled: ―Fio da meada‖, aimed at therapists. This material seeks to assist in professional training by addressing the topic of suicide in a sensitive and creative way. This allows us to highlight the importance of symbolic crossroads in life and the need to integrate aspects of life and death in a continuous flow. The research opens up support paths to promote spaces for exchange and points to the multiple ways of living and existing, respecting the singularities of each individual on their journey.