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Фотография философа Сергея Форкоша
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2007-2010 - postgraduate study at the Faculty of Philosophy of the Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv,

dissertation on the topic:

"Comparative approach to the study of the methodological tools of physical cognition"

2019 - fellowship researcher at the Faculty of Philosophy of the University of Vienna

2018-2020 - doctoral studies at the Faculty of Philosophy of the Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv,

dissertation on the topic:

"Methodological dimensions of research into socio-cultural transformations in a post-non-classical perspective"

Member of PEN Club Austria

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COURSES

"Introduction to Phenomenology"

Course Description

Phenomenology, in the subjective, in the experience of the world, in this original attitude to things, explores and discovers essential connections, correlation structures that have a universal character. Thus, phenomenology is realized beyond these two dimensions, subjective and objective, revealing the very conditions of their emergence and thereby indicating their conventionality.

Course plan


1. The emergence and development of phenomenology

(From Franz Brentano to Mark Ryshir);


2. Main types of phenomenology

(transcendental, realistic, existential, etc.);


3. Phenomenological concepts (categorical apparatus).

Phenomenon, intentionality, a priori correlation, constitutiveness, setting, intersubjectivity, life world, etc.;


4. The problem of method in phenomenology

(method, approach, path);


5. Phenomenological reduction

(eidetic and transcendental);


6. Epoch 

(the practice of limiting the immanent region)



7. Genetic method

(establishment of the context in the experience);



8. Phenomenology and psychology.

Course Review:

Introduction to Phenomenology

Lena Lytvynenko

(manager of sociocultural and intercultural processes)

My interest in phenomenology arose from the many open questions that I wanted to answer. One of them was why there was a conflict between subjective experience and the so-called objective sciences. Although there were explanations, it seemed impossible to me that there was nothing meaningful to counter this. Were there really no other ways? When I joined the first class, I immediately felt that I was in an environment where it was possible to delve deeply into truly complex concepts. Here I found support in the person of a teacher-guide who helped me find the right paths in the labyrinth of concepts. This was important, since phenomenology is a complex system of concepts that must first be mastered in order to move on. Another understanding that came to me during the course is that phenomenology is, above all, a practice. It is precisely because of these practical aspects that it is able to provide answers to questions about the role of subjective experience and its significance in the process of cognition. This course gave me a clearer understanding of phenomenology and allowed me to significantly expand the horizons of my knowledge and perception. During the classes, Sergey Forkosh gave us keys with which we could open the doors of the phenomenological space, but we had to open these doors ourselves. This means that our own efforts are required, and it is necessary to realize that in addition to classes, additional work must be done. It is recommended to keep a notebook for notes, where you should include observations, the main points of the lectures, points from the literature you read, as well as your own observations about the work done. It is important to write essays for yourself and do exercises that are also based on recording observations. Preparation on some days can take up to three hours, and this is really intensive work. In addition to the efforts in the classes, all this must be combined with the main work and activities. Therefore, you need to be prepared for such serious work. However, as a result of such painstaking work and classes, thanks to the trusting and pleasant atmosphere of the group, which treated each other very kindly and supported each other, immersion in the space of phenomenology became possible. The first steps, the first experience and the first attempts at phenomenology led to the fact that this space opened up. Now, when reading Husserl's texts, words take on a completely different meaning, puzzles come together, and things that previously did not seem obvious become obvious. Perception is completely rebuilt. Therefore, for those who are seriously determined to learn what phenomenology is, I can recommend this unique course with a unique guide, which can become a real discovery for you. Having joined the first lesson, I immediately felt that I was in an environment where it was possible to deeply immerse myself in truly complex concepts. Here I found support in the person of a teacher-guide who helped me find the right paths in the labyrinth of concepts. This was important, since phenomenology is a complex system of concepts that must first be mastered in order to move on. Another understanding that came to me during the course is that phenomenology is, above all, practice. It is thanks to these practical aspects that it is able to provide answers to questions about the role of subjective experience and its significance in the process of cognition. This course gave me a clearer understanding of phenomenology and allowed me to significantly expand the horizons of my knowledge and perception. During the classes, Sergey Forkosh gave us keys with which we could open the doors of the phenomenological space, but we had to open these doors ourselves. This means that your own efforts are required, and you need to be aware that in addition to classes, you need to do additional work. It is recommended to keep a notebook for notes, where you should include observations, the main points of the lectures, points from the literature you read, as well as your own observations about the work you have done. It is important to write essays for yourself and do exercises that are also based on recording observations. Preparation on some days can take up to three hours, and this is really intensive work. In addition to the efforts in class, all this must be combined with your main work and activities. Therefore, you need to be prepared for such serious work. However, as a result of such painstaking work and classes, thanks to the trusting and pleasant atmosphere of the group, which was very friendly and supportive, immersion into the space of phenomenology became possible. The first steps, the first experience and the first attempts at phenomenology led to this space opening up. Now, reading Husserl's texts, words acquire a completely different meaning, puzzles come together, and things that previously did not seem obvious become obvious. Perception is completely rebuilt. Therefore, for those who are seriously determined to learn what phenomenology is, I can recommend this unique course with a unique guide

"Phenomenological Psychology"

"Phenomenological psychology is an absolutely necessary foundation for the construction of a strictly scientific psychology."

Edmund Husserl

Course Description

Description and Analysis of Phenomena:

Phenomenology aims to clarify the basic phenomena with which the psychotherapist works. This helps to avoid an arbitrary approach to therapy and to focus on the individual experience of the patient.

Reduction and Encounter:

An important aspect of the phenomenological approach is reduction - a process during which the therapist returns to the field of pure experience, thus getting rid of prejudices and hasty assessments. This allows for the creation of a "place" for a real encounter between the therapist and the patient.

The Structure of Human Experience:

Phenomenology helps the therapist understand the fundamental structures of human existence by analyzing the ways in which objects are given through perception and imagination. This understanding allows for a deeper work with existential questions such as suffering, loneliness and the self.

Plan

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1. Methodological foundations of phenomenological psychology

2. On the issue of the phenomenon of the mental

3. On the relationship between bodily and mental experience

4. On the issue of the “normality” of mental life

5. Phenomenology of trauma

6. Phenomenology of fear

7. On the phenomenology of pain

Review of the course:
Phenomenological Psychology

Khrystyna Yablonska

I want to express my deep gratitude for the course on phenomenology. After it was finished, I needed time to collect my thoughts and impressions. It wasn't an easy experience, but that's what made it so valuable. For me, this course turned out to be the most meaningful investment of time in the last few years. I sincerely thank Serhiy for the fact that he so generously shared his knowledge and experience. His preparation, attention to detail and ability to attract attention and encourage reflection cause great gratitude, respect and admiration. I reread my notes and feel how important it is that as many people as possible get a chance to touch phenomenology. For me, my acquaintance with phenomenology began by accident, when I came across a conversation between Sergey and Tamara on YouTube. And this accidental discovery was the beginning of a deep and inspiring journey. The course was not easy, but full of important moments and discoveries. At some moments during the lectures, I caught myself thinking that my thoughts were wandering, and at other moments I felt "that's it!", as if I finally caught the essence of what was said. At the end of the course, feelings of fatigue were intertwined with gratitude and inspiration. This course taught me to "taste" knowledge, learning new things slowly and carefully. Although I cannot yet say exactly "who I am in phenomenology", I feel a great desire to continue. Thank you so much for the opportunity to be a part of this experience. Sincerely, Khrystyna Yablonska

Phänomenologische Werkstatt

курси

The main directions that will be implemented in the courses over time:

 

- Reading/interpretation of texts by E. Husserl, M. Heidegger, Nikolai Hartmann, E. Fink, H. Rombach, G. Deleuze, M. Richir;

 

- Phenomenological interpretation of texts by F. W. J. Schelling;

 

- Introduction to the intercultural phenomenology of Georg Stenger;

 

- Phenomenological practices (perception, imagination, thinking);

- Free discussions (cinema, painting, fiction, music, computer games);

 

- Phenomenological psychology (phenomenological clarification of the main categories of psychology and the use of phenomenological methods in the practice of a psychotherapist);

 

- At the seminars, I will also present my vision of the future of phenomenology.

- people who are professionally engaged in philosophy, in particular

German idealism and phenomenology;

- practicing psychologists;

- creative people who are interested in understanding their experience;

- students of philosophy departments;

- anyone who is looking for a platform for professional communication on a philosophical level.

The main directions that will be implemented in the courses over time:

 

- Reading/interpretation of texts by E. Husserl, M. Heidegger, Nikolai Hartmann, E. Fink, H. Rombach, G. Deleuze, M. Richir;

 

- Phenomenological interpretation of texts by F. W. J. Schelling;

 

- Introduction to the intercultural phenomenology of Georg Stenger;

 

- Phenomenological practices (perception, imagination, thinking);

- Free discussions (cinema, painting, fiction, music, computer games);

 

- Phenomenological psychology (phenomenological clarification of the main categories of psychology and the use of phenomenological methods in the practice of a psychotherapist);

 

- At the seminars, I will also present my vision of the future of phenomenology.

- people who are professionally engaged in philosophy, in particular

German idealism and phenomenology;

- practicing psychologists;

- creative people who are interested in understanding their experience;

- students of philosophy departments;

- anyone who is looking for a platform for professional communication on a philosophical level.

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Heidegger

Husserl
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Translations

Georg Stenger

Georg Stenger

Georg Stenger, born in 1957, is a professor at the University of Vienna and head of the research area “Philosophy in a Global World/Intercultural Philosophy”.

The translation is based on the publication: Georg Stenger "Philosophy of Interculturality: Phänomenology of Intercultural Philosophy" 2. Up to the Studienausgabe 2020​

Translator: Serhii Forkosh

research on intercultural phenomenology

If you try to answer the question of what has happened significantly in European philosophy over the past two decades, then it is impossible not to note the ideas of Georg Stenger.

How is communication between cultures possible? After all, every culture has created semantic codes, where the experience of its culture is considered universal? Every culture has a universal picture of the world, in which the other, external, alien is subordinated to its own, internal, familiar. But the modern world presupposes the need for knowledge and dialogue with what is external, alien and unfamiliar. We are talking about dialogue and the need for understanding. As a result of such a dialogue, a new, intercultural commonality can be born, not found in each world-culture by itself.

“Interculturality” has become a key phenomenon, not only permeating the humanities and cultural sciences, but also manifesting itself in social forms of life, cultural worlds and real political discourses. As a philosophical topic that concerns both justification and demonstration, the paradigm of intercultural interaction acquires fundamental theoretical and practical significance. Based on the analysis of the "phenomenon of intercultural experience", Georg Stenger lays the foundations of intercultural thinking. The constitutive connection between "experience" and "the world (we)", which is maintained as a systematic and methodological reference point, is able to point to various subject areas and dimensions that are important for contemporary intercultural understanding.

With the help of an expanded concept of experience, which methodically provides itself with the concept of the "phenomenology of experience", it becomes possible to take the step that substantiates Western European thinking, in particular, in its categorical self-understanding. This makes it possible to compare, for example, East Asian thinking, especially Japanese, and thus to describe the phenomenon of experience in a new way. Associated with this is the call for a greater plurality that lies beyond universalism and relativism, globalism and particularism, and offers mutual "fruitful difference". At the same time, heightened “intercultural awareness” arises only against the background of problems associated with the intercultural paradigm; even the philosophical path is preparing for a new stage of “philosophy of intercultural interaction.”

Publications

публиикации

Books

A book on methodological problems of fundamental physics
Monograph on philosophy and methodology of culture
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