Category: Cross Cultural
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Silence and resonance in human (non-digital) communication
The quality and level of silence play a profound role in shaping human (non-digital) communication. Silence can enhance, diminish, or transform the dynamics of a conversation, impacting everything from emotional resonance to the clarity of a message. In this context, the same conditions that govern physical resonance—natural frequency, driving frequency, energy transfer, damping, impedance matching,…
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Sh’tikah and channel problems (Information Theory and practical considerations)
The dynamics between noise, signal, and the integrity of a channel in information theory can provide a rich metaphorical framework for understanding human communication and how it can be disrupted or enhanced. The Mussar trait of sh’tikah (silence) plays a key role in human communication, especially when considering the balance between what is said (the…
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Integrating IFS with decision-making frameworks in the Circle of Motives with Elaboration
To integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) with decision-making frameworks in the context of the Circle of Motives, we need to consider how wounds and parts interact with reinforcing and balancing loops in decision-making. 1. IFS Overview: Wounds, Parts, and Decision-Making IFS identifies three primary parts: The Self is the calm, centered presence that can integrate…
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Circle of Motives in Mussar
The concept of the “circle of motives” can be understood from multiple angles, depending on the context in which it is used—psychological, ethical, or philosophical. Given your interest in Mussar, Jungian psychology, and systemic thinking, I will frame the discussion within these perspectives. 1. The “Circle of Motives” in Moral and Ethical Development (Mussar) In…
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S.m.a.r.t goals to work with silence and resonance
Creating S.M.A.R.T. (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals for skillful use of silence in each condition discussed above can significantly improve the ability to foster resonance in human communication. Here is a detailed breakdown of goals for each condition: 1. Natural Rhythm and Silence. Specific: Develop the habit of identifying and aligning with the…
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Synchronicity and quantum coherence vis-a-vis “silence” (sh’tikah)
In comparing Jungian synchronicity, resonance in a channel (from information theory), and coherence in quantum mechanics, we explore how different frameworks for understanding reality and communication converge, especially through the lens of silence. While these concepts arise from different fields, they share common threads involving pattern recognition, communication pathways, and the role of observer-subject interactions.…
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Narrative theory and cross cultural silence
In narrative theory, silence plays a critical role in shaping the meaning and interpretation of communication. When participants from different cultural backgrounds engage in a narrative, their norms for silence and noise can vastly differ, influencing how the story unfolds, how it is received, and how meaning is constructed. The impact of silence in cross-cultural…
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Sh’tikah compared and contrasted with Buddhist “right speech” with S.m.a.r.t goals
The Mussar trait of sh’tikah (silence) and the Buddhist practice of Right Speech share common ethical principles centered on mindful communication, restraint, and the cultivation of inner virtues. However, they differ in their underlying metaphysical foundations, goals, and cultural contexts. Let’s examine these similarities and differences in detail: 1. Ethical Purpose Sh’tikah (Mussar): In the…
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Comparison of Anavah (Humility) with Hindu Dharma, Sāmānya Nīti (General Ethics), and Amanitvam (Humility)
Mussar’s anavah and key Hindu concepts such as dharma, sāmānya nīti, and amanitvam intersect on their ethical, spiritual, and practical dimensions. However, their underlying metaphysical frameworks and goals reveal important differences. 1. Core Concepts Anavah (Mussar): Anavah emphasizes humility as “knowing one’s place” (makir et mekomo), balancing a recognition of one’s strengths and limitations within…