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Este artigo apresenta uma visão geral dos fundamentos teóricos e das práticas específicas da mediação narrativa. Os pressupostos pós-modernos e do construcionismo social são apresentados, seguidos pelas práticas de conversa de externalização, dupla escuta, mapeamento dos efeitos e a construção da contra-história no trabalho narrativo. O objetivo principal deste artigo é mostrar como a criação de um novo espaço relacional, usando os métodos narrativos, cria o ambiente para a obtenção de um entendimento mútuo, um fator necessário para se chegar às negociações satisfatórias e bem sucedidas, assim como em compromissos duradouros.(AU)
This article provides an overview of the theoretical foundations and specific practices of narrative mediation. The postmodern and social constructionist assumptions are introduced followed by the practices of externalizing conversation, double listening, mapping the effects, and counter story construction in narrative work. The primary thrust of the article is on how the creation of a new relational space using the narrative method sets the stage for the attainment of mutual understanding, a necessary factor in achieving satisfying and successful negotiations and lasting settlements.(AU)
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The philosophical groundwork of Gilles Deleuze is examined for its relevance for narrative practice in therapy and conflict resolution. Deleuze builds particularly on Foucault's analytics of power as "actions upon actions" and represents power relations diagrammatically in terms of lines of power. He also conceptualizes lines of flight through which people become other. These concepts are explored in relation to a conversation with a couple about a crisis in their relationship. Tracing lines of power and lines of flight are promoted as fresh descriptions of professional practice that fit well with the goals of narrative practice.
