(PNM-02) Fetishes and emotional balance: when pleasure embraces what was repressed

Abstract Introduction and Objective Fetishes are desires that arise intensely and often without rational explanation. Based on Carl Gustav Jung’s analytical psychology, this work aims to present how the conscious experience of a fetish can act as a process of psychic reorganization. This means allowing internal parts, previously repressed by fear or shame, to find space to be embraced—promoting greater emotional balance. Materials and Methods This is theoretical research based on concepts from Jungian psychology, neuroscience, and contemporary studies on sexuality and fantasy. Clinical observations and reflections on pleasure as a legitimate avenue for expressing the unconscious were also considered. Results When experienced with awareness, consent, and emotional maturity, fetishes can alleviate internal tensions, reduce anxiety, and strengthen self-esteem. By accessing symbolic content that had been repressed, individuals find a point of reconnection with their bodies and desires. The integration of these experiences contributes to a freer, safer, and more authentic experience of sexuality. Conclusions Fetishes do not represent deviation or pathology when experienced responsibly, they can be a symbolic way of listening to one’s own unconscious. By embracing desire rather than denying it, individuals foster balance between mind, body, and emotions, expanding their ability to experience pleasure with truth and presence. Financing No conflict.