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Dao and Daoist ideas for scientists, humanists and practitioners / Yueh-Ting Lee and Linda Holt, editors
- Published
- New York : Nova Science Publishers, [2019]
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource
- Additional Creators
- Lee, Yueh-Ting and Holt, Linda (Linda Brown)
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- Contents
- What is Dao or Daoism? Why is it important to us? / Yueh-Ting Lee, Linda Holt, Matthew R. Jamnik -- The Dao of statistics and art / Daryl S. Paulson -- Nature as the common theme of Daoism, Totemism and Darwinism : the evolutionary crossroads of sciences and humanities / Yueh-Ting Lee, Yongping Zhao, Richard Montoya, Changjiang Xu -- Western Daoism : modern variations on an ancient Chinese theme / Linda Holt -- Daoist contributions to sciences in ancient China / Feng-Yan Wang, Yueh-Ting Lee,Wen-Qian Zhou, Zhen-Dong Wang -- Daoist psychology, peace, and the process of transformation / Steven Handwerker -- Daoist unity of opposites characterizes cognition and its interactions with reality / Key Sun -- The aesthetic view of Zhuangzi and its influence on Chinese literature and art / Keqian Xu, Matthew R. Jamnik -- Ancient Daoist perspectives and modern stereotype research as approaches to diversity management and human differences appreciation / Yueh-Ting Lee, Yongping Zhao -- Daoism and human health / Ai Guo Han -- Daoist practices for Dantian cultivation / Ron Catabia -- Collaboration and teamwork : application of Daoist big five theory to classroom learning / Wenting Chen, Yueh-Ting Lee -- Daoist thought, leadership and open-minded cognition / Victor Ottati, Yueh-Ting Lee, Fred B. Bryant -- What can professionals learn from Daoist philosophy? Application of Daoist ideas to therapy and administration / Yueh-Ting Lee -- Toward universal Dao and Daoism : commonalities and future directions / Yueh-Ting Lee, Linda Holt. and The Dao of statistics and art / Daryl S. Paulson -- Daoist unity of opposites characterizes cognition and its interactions with reality / Key Sun -- What can professionals learn from Daoist philosophy? Application of Daoist ideas to therapy and administration / Yueh-Ting Lee.
- Summary
- "In this new collection of previously unpublished papers, Daoism is a philosophy, and it is presented not exclusively as a religion but as a practical way of life related to all aspects of human beings and the natural environment. Since its origins in China thousands of years ago, Daoism has meant harmony with nature and other human beings. Its principles may be applied successfully by those with any or no religion who seek a world of greater understanding, harmony, and peace. Addressed to a broad audience ranging from newcomers to seasoned professionals, this book introduces the concepts of Dao, Daoism, and its pioneering philosophers (e.g., Laozi, Zhuangzi, and Liezi). The book describes the importance of Dao and Daoist ideas for scientists, humanists, and practitioners while offering practical steps and guidance for our lives today. Like the familiar taiji (also known as tai chi) symbol associated with Daoism, this book is divided into two complementary sections. The first explores how Dao and Daoist ideas are related to science, humanities, and the arts. The second part focuses on Daoist practices and applications. The essays, written by experts in their fields of study, address a number of topics, including the Dao of sciences (e.g., statistics) and arts, similarities between natural Dao and Darwin's evolutionary science, and Daoist contribution to sciences and technology. Other subjects include the growing interest in Daoist ideas in the West, Daoist cognitive science and the yin-yang dialectical mind, Daoism's relationship to peace psychology and ecology psychology (via self-observation and self-understanding), and Zhuangzhou's aesthetic view on the naturalness of things (i.e., the most beautiful entities are those that are naturally created by the Dao). In addition to these theoretical explorations, the book offers abundant practical applications of Daoist ideas to our lives and work. Practical guidance is offered in applying Daoist principles to physical and mental health, meditation and dantian cultivation, classroom learning, and diversity management. Clear-cut directions offer insight into applying Daoist ideas to leadership training, clinical therapy, and administration. The book provides readers with the universal applicability of Daoist principles and the benefit of living in harmony with nature, Dao, and others. This book is unique in its appeal to a wide range of readers. On the one hand, it provides an introduction for those with minimal knowledge of Daoism. On the other hand, sophisticated Daoist scholars, researchers, or practitioners may also be enriched and enlightened by its presentation of recent research findings, scholarly discussions, and hands-on applications. Years in the making, this book project represents a milestone of achievement for its writers and editors. Nova Science Publishers is pleased to offer readers this long-overdue compendium of Daoist wisdom, from basic information to tools for transformation in the 21st century. Happy reading!"--
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- ISBN
- 153616545X
9781536165456 (electronic bk.)
9781536165449 (hardcover) - Bibliography Note
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
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