Eugene T. Gendlin

Born in 1926 focusing.org
Philosophy Psychology
  • Eugene T. Gendlin was an American philosopher and psychotherapist who developed innovative approaches to understanding human experience.

  • He received his Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Chicago, where he later taught.

  • Gendlin is renowned for creating Focusing, a technique for accessing bodily knowledge, and Thinking at the Edge, a method for thinking beyond conventional patterns.

  • His work centered on the "philosophy of the implicit" and exploring the connection between bodily sensations and cognitive processes.

  • Gendlin's contributions have significantly influenced fields such as psychology, philosophy, and personal development, offering new perspectives on human consciousness and self-awareness.

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