Dr. Shadi Bartsch on Eastern vs. Western Philosophy
The Daily Stoic
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Mind Over Matter: Philosophical Reflections on Control
This chapter examines the interplay between physical and mental control through personal narratives of overcoming injury and the philosophical implications of training. It juxtaposes Eastern and Western philosophies, particularly the connections between Stoicism, Christianity, and Confucianism, while discussing contemporary ethical dilemmas of power and ambition. The discussion culminates in a reflection on the historical evolution of political integrity and the critical reassessment of Western philosophical influences in modern China.
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