'Progression in the disservice of the ego' is described; examples are flights into health and striking achievements followed by breakdown, often depressive. The authors attempt an integration of insight and working through. 'The moment of insight is a juncture in the working through.' The analyst not only frustrates, and fosters regression, but simultaneously provides a 'holding' (protective) experience for the patient via his receptivity, his comprehension, his ability to contain the patient's anxiety, and particularly his interpretations.