Yin and yang

Yin Yang provides a holistic, dynamic, and dialectical perspective on cultures, meaning that cultures should be studied from the “bothand” perspective that takes into account the coexistence of contradicting values within a culture. For example, humans, organizations and cultures can be both feminine and masculine, long-term oriented and short-term-oriented, as well as both individualistic and collectivistic, depending on a situation. Furthermore, according to Yin Yang, paradox refers…

couldn't in any way, shape or form exist without the bipolarity of its Yin and Yang components and subsequently Yin and Yang are unmistakable and individual yet they are additionally as one. Inside of each article in the universe is the consistent, dynamic communication of these two total inverses. Thought of the standards with respect to the natures of Yin and Yang has driven Taoists to infer that the ladylike is Yin and the manly is Yang. God, life, goodness, equity, exemplary nature, light,…

The Way is mystical, magical, and perfect: a spiritual reality that eludes identification. Daoists reject a strong government because they believe people can control their own actions and do not need a ruler. Taoists have faith in preparation in advance and must carefully consider each action before taking it. A Taoist is kind to other individuals in part because kindness tends to be reciprocated. Taoists believe people are compassionate by nature and if left to their own devices they will show…

makes two major adjustments to the Qin system which is still in use at this time; namely, he extends the influence of the Dao and removes central power from aristocracy. Prior to the formation of the Celestial Masters, Daoist practices involving the Yin Yang were widespread in courts but Daoism was rarely, if ever, practiced religiously by the common people.…

Violence has been a way for people to express their emotions throughout history. Everyone has experience violence at least one part in their life. An extreme case of violence is occurring in the Hawken Middle School. Hawken has been a very profound and a well-known school for many consecutive years. However, they are currently experiencing daily incidents in which students are harmed by their fellow peers. Teachers are currently solving this case by suspending students, but that has not worked…

The Taijitu symbol, more commonly known as “yin and yang” represents more than meets the eye. The symbol was partially derived from an ancient manual known as the I-Ching, or Book of Changes (Issitt and Main 251). Like many other symbols, this one was created by combining other symbols together to make a more present and relatable symbol. This symbol represents opposite forces and how they work together in the world. The “Yin and Yang” are a way for citizens to explain nature and how it balances…

Poetry enables people to see from a different perspective, much like a painting, creating understanding for the alternate perspective. Through another’s perspective, new opinions and beliefs can be created unbiased to original perceptions. Hokusai’s painting, “Under the Wave,” shows just how much a change of perspective can change one’s comprehension. The first way Hokusai manipulates perspective is by utilizing area to impress importance to the audience. Although Mount Fuji carries a giant…

Nong’s Classics of Materia Medica which is the first herbal book in Chinese Medicine. In this book he documented 365 types of medical material, remedies for asthmatic coughs and dysentery, an anti-malarial drug and many others herbal compounds. Yi Yin, a former slave and minister during the Shang dynasty, boiled herbs creating compounds to cure disease. He is credited with writing Yi Yin’s Soup Classic, a book which documented his cures. During the Zhou dynasty materials to create medication…

Introduction Cupping therapy was introduced in a mass scale recently during the 2016 Olympic games in Rio, Brazil. Michael Phelps and other Olympic athletes were seen with large circular spots on their bodies. Which then introduced the viewer to cupping therapy. Many of the Olympic commentators gave their opinions on if the therapy worked or not while others sought expert opinions from leading health care practioners. The consensus was to stick with modern western medicine. However, the viewers…

There are three Chinese Philosophies in the ancient civilisation. Confucianism, Daoism, and legalism. I will tell you all about all three philosophies and how they work. The first one is Confucianism. It started in 551 to 479 B.C.E. The founder’s name was Confucius and he was born in Lu in eastern China. He deeply respected the Chinese traditions. Confucianism is the golden rule; respect others above you like father and son. Older sibling and younger sibling, friend and friend. It made the…