Borderline States - On the Borderline of Psychology and Philosophy: Art
Talk: “On the Borderline of Pleasure and Pain: Dopamine”
Prepared and Presented by: Cengiz Arca & Ezgi Emel
Time: 18.30 - 20.00
While the modern world traps us in a perpetual "pleasure loop," it also severs our connection with pain. Starting from the paradox in Anna Lembke’s Dopamine Nation, we discuss why the instant gratification we seek in every notification, purchase, and scroll eventually turns into a massive burnout. We explore the body that becomes numb while escaping pain and, through Gilles Deleuze’s perspective, the authentic power of pain that amplifies pleasure and brings the body back into contact with the mind.
* The event will take place at the Minoa Pera, Sahne.
Address: Evliya Çelebi, Meşrutiyet Cd. No:99, 34430 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
* The talk will be held in Turkish. To attend this talk, you can create your registration by using the "Register" button on the page and receive your free event invitation. Registrations will open 1 week before the event date (07.01.2026, at 18:30) and the "Register" button will become visible. Participation is limited to a quota of 80 people.
* Participants who have completed the event registration and received their invitation are kindly requested to be at the venue at least 15 minutes before the event. The doors will be closed at the event starting time.