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In Search of Integrity: A Life-Journey across Diverse Contexts
In Search of Integrity: A Life-Journey across Diverse Contexts
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ExcellentThe author's life-journey includes a tumultuous period of emerging adulthood in Singapore and Oxford, moving to Zambia in 1965, and conducting research, teaching, and writing. He discusses how his perspective in cultural psychology relates to his personal life as a migrant and parent, and to his views on how the world can best address the challenges of cooperative communication in the 2020s.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 104 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2024
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
This essay delves into the intricate tapestry of an individual's philosophical orientation, tracing its roots and evolution throughout their life's journey. The author embarks on a captivating exploration, shedding light on the profound influence of personal experiences on shaping one's philosophical outlook. Through a series of selected anecdotes, the author reveals the intricacies of a particular social group to which they belonged, offering a window into the cultural tapestry of their time.
The author's life journey is a testament to resilience and adaptability, encompassing a tumultuous period of emerging adulthood in Singapore and Oxford. In 1965, at the age of 21, they embarked on a transformative adventure when they moved to Zambia, where they engaged in extensive research, teaching, and writing. Their sojourns in England and Maryland, USA, added depth to their intellectual pursuits.
In this essay, the author delves into the intersection of their personal life as a migrant and parent, and their profound insights into cultural psychology. They explore how their perspective as a cultural psychologist informs their understanding of the complexities of human communication and cooperation, particularly in the context of the challenges posed by the 2020s. The author offers thought-provoking ideas and solutions for fostering effective communication and collaboration in a rapidly changing world.
Through their introspective journey, the author invites readers to reflect on the shaping forces of their own lives and the role of personal experiences in shaping their philosophical perspectives. This essay serves as a testament to the power of introspection, cultural awareness, and the pursuit of knowledge, as individuals navigate the intricacies of life and strive to make a positive impact on the world around them.
ISBN-13: 9781009523820
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