Ep. 341 Supplemental: Zhuangzi for Closereads Evergreen Network Launch
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
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Zen of Cicada Catching
Exploring a story where a hunchback impresses Confucius with his unique cicada-catching technique involving stacked pellets. The chapter delves into the hunchback's focused state of mind, contrasting it with Confucius' teachings and Zhuangzi's ascetic approach. It discusses the intertwining concepts of focus, presence, connection to nature, and the imponderable spirit, leading to reflections on authentic existence and identity.
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