Chinese Philosophical Practice toward Self-Cultivation
Integrating Confucian Wisdom into Philosophical Counseling
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 3584301 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Xiaojun Ding (0000-0001-6951-3785, Xi'an Jiaotong University, corresponding author), Sirui Fu (Xi'an Jiaotong University), Chengcheng Jiao (Xi'an Jiaotong University), Fang Yu (0000-0001-7385-163X, Wuhan University, corresponding author), Feng Yu (0000-0001-8646-1040) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 69 |
| Publication date | 2024-01-04 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Religions (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2077-1444 • E-ISSN: 2077-1444 |
| Publisher | MDPI AG (PUBLISHER • IT) |
| DOI | 10.3390/rel15010069 |
| OpenAlex | W4390579355 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 11 |
| References cited | 35 |
Traditional Chinese philosophy has always paid much attention to the cultivation of one's body and mind, speeches and behaviors. The contemporary rise of philosophical practice, especially in the context of philosophical counseling, presents an opportunity to integrate the rich legacy of Confucian self-cultivation. This paper endeavors to delineate the practical applications of Confucian principles in philosophical counseling, with special emphasis on the actionable concepts of "gongfu" and "jingjie" and their synthesis in the "unity of knowledge and action". Through a series of illustrative examples and proposed session outlines, we offer a vivid portrayal of how Confucian thought can be operationalized within a counseling framework to address the existential and ethical dilemmas faced by individuals in ancient and modern times. We argue that the nuanced understanding and practical implementation of these Confucian concepts can significantly enhance the efficacy of philosophical counseling. Additionally, we outline the requisite qualifications for becoming a Confucian philosophical counselor, suggesting a certification process that ensures counselors are both philosophically adept and exemplars of moral cultivation. Thus, this paper not only expounds on the theoretical underpinnings of Confucian thought in philosophical practice but also provides a clear blueprint for its application in contemporary settings
Blueprint · Engineering ethics · Epistemology · Existentialism · Operationalization · Philosophical analysis · Philosophical methodology · Sociology · Ethics in medical practice · Mindfulness and Compassion Interventions · Philosophy · Psychological Treatments and Assessments · Psychology
From Contemplation to Counseling
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A cross-cultural comparison of Chinese and Western philosophical practice
Comprehensive Education and Flexible Learning
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Yanhuo Chi’
Zhuangzi’s Qi-Emotion Theory and Emotional Well-Being
Feasibility Study of a Culturally Tailored Support Group Program for the Psychosocial Wellbeing of Caregivers of Individuals Living With Dementia
From Academia to Action
Body Consciousness
Loneliness
Theorizing “Person” in Confucian Ethics
From Monologue to Dialogue
Ziran and Wuwei in the Daodejing
Beyond ‘Rising Tides’ and ‘Lying Flat’
The Relationship of Anxiety and Depression to Subjective Well-Being in a Mainland Chinese Sample
Exploring the Meaning of Spirituality and Spiritual Care in Chinese Contexts
Dao Companion to the Analects
Anticipating China
Confucian Role Ethics
Effortless Action
Does Involution Cause Anxiety? An Empirical Study from Chinese Universities
Pascal and Melancholy
Is religious and existential well-being important in quality of life in Hong Kong Chinese
Involution’ or Alienation
So you choose to “Lie Flat?” “Sang-ness,” affective economies, and the “Lying Flat” movement
The Development of Indigenous Counseling in Contemporary Confucian Communities
Self-Cultivation
Confucian Role Ethics
A Confucian Defense of Shame
The Therapy of Desire in Times of Crisis
How to Cope with Loneliness during the Covid-19 Pandemic? Perspectives of Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism
Philosophical Practice as Spiritual Exercises towards Truth, Wisdom, and Virtue
| Unique citing works | 11 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 5,5 |
| Citation span | 2024 - 2026 (3) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 10 |