Taoism and gestalt therapy

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dc.contributor.authorMadu, Neil Arthuren_US
dc.date.accessioned2024-08-14T22:33:50Z
dc.date.available2024-08-14T22:33:50Z
dc.date.copyright1985en_US
dc.date.issued1985
dc.degree.departmentFaculty of Education
dc.degree.departmentDepartment of Curriculum and Instruction
dc.degree.levelMaster of Arts M.A.en
dc.description.abstractThis study examines the relationship between Taoist thought as expressed primarily in the writings of Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu and Gestalt therapy as expressed primarily in the writings of Fritz Perls. The meshing of Tao concepts such as yin-yang, Li, and wu-wei with Gestalt theory and methods, reveals interesting and unique overtones for contemplation by Western society. As well, establishing a three stage structure within which to examine the yin-yang/figure-­ground relationship, has afforded an opportunity for viewing Tao concepts in terms of their possible use as enhancers to the therapeutic process in general. The study concludes that there are many similarities between Tao and Gestalt and finds value in the Tao-Gestalt alliance. Further research, specifically on the use of Tao as a set of phenomena for practical use within the therapeutic process, is recommended.
dc.format.extent125 pages
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/1828/18826
dc.rightsAvailable to the World Wide Weben_US
dc.titleTaoism and gestalt therapyen_US
dc.typeThesisen_US

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