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The Taiji Model of Self
Feng-Yan Wang1,2, Zhen-Dong Wang1,2, Rou-Jia Wang3
1Institute of Moral Education, Nanjing Normal University, Nanjing, China.
Frontiers in Psychology
|July 12, 2019
Summary
This study introduces the Taiji Model of Self, offering a culturally relevant framework for understanding the Chinese self. It addresses limitations of previous models, providing better insights into Chinese self-structure and development.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Cultural Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Existing self-models lack universal cultural adaptability.
- Previous theories struggle to explain the Chinese self within its cultural context.
Purpose of the Study:
- To construct a culturally valid self-model for the Chinese context.
- To address the limitations of existing universal self-models.
Main Methods:
- Inspired by the Taiji diagram archetype.
- Analysis of Chinese traditional culture and the Chinese self.
Main Results:
- Introduction of the Taiji Model of Self.
- The model effectively represents Chinese self-structure and development.
- Explains four life realms of Chinese people with cultural validity.
Conclusions:
- The Taiji Model of Self offers superior cultural and ecological validity for the Chinese context.
- This model provides a nuanced understanding of the Chinese self.
- It enhances cross-cultural psychology research.
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