Dragons are common motifs in myths, legends, and folklore of many ancient cultures. They are usually depicted as serpent-like or reptilian creatures, with elongated bodies covered in scales, large wings and eyes, and the ability to breathe fire. They represent certain qualities and strengths that humans need to express, certain trials or limitations that need … Read more
The Swiss psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung is considered the founder of analytical psychology, whose interest did not stop at theoretical psychology and clinical practice, but extended to alchemy, mysticism, Eastern and Western philosophy, astrology, and many other areas that could provide answers to questions about the meaning of human existence. Because of this, the life … Read more
Although the attitude of the West towards the values of ancient Chinese culture has improved in the last half century, there is still a great deal of misunderstanding. There are several reasons for this. Apart from the West’s initial perception of other cultures as less valuable, in the study of ancient China we encounter two … Read more
According to ancient Chinese teachings attributed to the Yellow Emperor (Huang Ti) and reintroduced by Lao Tzu, the power of the Way (Tao) is in everything. Man’s task is to return to Tao through the practice of the virtue of the Way (te) that encompasses everything. To achieve this, one must master two ways of … Read more
The concept of Tao is a Chinese term that means path or way. Teacher Lao Tzu said, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Tao is best represented through stories. What is this thing called Tao? – A fish in the ocean. Once upon a time, a young fish asked an … Read more
