The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast Ep. 341: Guest Karyn Lai on Daoism in the Zhuangzi
May 13, 2024
UNSW Sydney professor Karyn Lai discusses Daoist advice on virtue, political action, and perspectivism in the Zhuangzi text with the hosts. They explore themes like fasting the mind, teacher-student dynamics, and embracing transformation and fate. The conversation delves into living authentically, self-awareness, and the contrast between structured learning and spontaneity.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Analyzing Different Philosophical Viewpoints
01:49 • 12min
Exploring Fasting, Forgetting, and Self-Reflection
14:07 • 8min
Exploring the Concept of 'the Way' in Chinese Philosophy
22:14 • 17min
Exploring doubt, unconventional rulership, and inverted teacher-student dynamics
39:42 • 2min
Embracing Transformation and Acceptance of Fate
41:14 • 9min
The Saccata Catcher and Confucius
50:29 • 6min
Exploring Individuality and Living Authentically in Light of Different Models of Well-being
56:24 • 2min