ABSTRACT

This chapter focuses on the concept of forgiveness and the metapsychology of forgiveness. The chapter reviews the twenty-second interview in further detail to understand why and how the unconscious forgives. It shows that how the rhythm of the unconscious works, and how, after multiple breakthroughs and extensive evacuations of guilt, the unconscious begins to work towards forgiveness, reunification, and love. There are still many unanswered questions about the structure of this woman's unconscious. On reviewing this clinical vignette, Dr Davanloo still questioned if there was a psychopathic element transferred from her previous therapist and supervisors. The therapist might not immediately have an answer to this question, so it is important not to introduce speculation and conjecture. The therapist must repeatedly apply the Triangles of Conflict and Person to restructure the patient's unconscious anxiety, defence, and feelings.