ABSTRACT
The present paper proposes a theoretical approximation between iconicity, which is the signs’ ability to transmit the resemblance with objects, and a complex perspective of hypnotic communication. The discussion is developed based on three main topics. The first is that of semiotic heterogeneity of communicative processes of hypnosis; the second consists of an articulation between the individual and the collective; and third, in the relation between the notions of ethos and sentiment. The paper concludes that in spite of conceptual difficulties the relationship between iconicity and complexity propitiate great contributions regarding important themes in hypnotic communication, such as subjectivity, the therapist’s experience, research, and belonging.
Keywords:
iconicity; hypnotic communication; complexity; semiotics; trance