Jane G. Goldberg, "Wired for Why: How We Think, Feel, and Make Meaning" (2025)

In this episode of New Books in Psychoanalysis, Dr. Jane Goldberg discusses her book, "Wired for Why: How We Think, Feel, and Make Meaning." She explains the book's focus on the brain's wiring for narrative and curiosity, emphasizing the importance of metaphor and the integration of thoughts, feelings, and emotions in understanding the self. Goldberg shares personal stories and insights from her work with cancer patients, highlighting the connection between holistic health and psychoanalysis. The conversation explores the value of free association, the role of group analysis, and the complexities of memory and consciousness, while also touching on the political divide and the challenges of emotional expression.