Harmonizing Qi: The Balance of Ying/Yang in Community Wellness

Feb 01, 2026

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Explore the integration of complementary opposites in the practice of Feng Shui, acupuncture, and martial arts. Discover how the principles of Ying and Yang, along with the dynamics of Qi and Sha-qi, create a harmonious synergy that fosters community well-being. From deep tissue massage to herbal medicine, learn how these methodologies work together to promote balance and health in daily life. Join us on a journey to understand the interconnectedness of body, mind, and environment through the lens of Taoist philosophy.

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Harmonizing Qi: The Balance of Ying/Yang in Community Wellness

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CULTUREDRAMA
TAO: Ying/yang, Qi Sha-qi, Feng Shui
Tao = complementary opposites create harmonious synergy that build community

Acupuncture & deep tissue massage Feng sui Herbal medicines Martial arts

C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Polychronic. Responsibilities to others > self Quality of life > quantity Emotionally expressive Extended family social structure. Polychronic life. Why did Huck Finn (Mark Twain) dislike about monochronic cul ?

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Adaptation culture. History of colonization Non-representative govt. External locus of control Quality of life > quantity of life Cultures focused more on the status quo than on change Poorly served by capitalism. Living off & around the land

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Western culture is either/ or ; Asian cultures are both/and. EITHER/OR Religious or secular Republican or Democrat Dallas Cowboys or Washington Redskins Pro abortion or right to life Rock & roll or classical music. Western culture is either/or because:

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Existentialism & post-modernism . Since there is no agreed-upon absolute truth, ife has no meaning, so you better figure out a meaning of your own = your identity & mission Political correctness. Foreign missionaries vs. atheists Feminists vs. pro-lifers

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3 r d G r a d e C u r r i c u l u m !

3 r d G r a d e C u r r i c u l u m !. Miss Keenan 2011-2012. H a n d w r i t i n g. Students start the year reviewing manuscript writing Move to cursive when ready! May have occasional handwriting homework. M a t h. Pre-test, quizzes, and final test

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. El Jefe. “Father” in the workplace: treat each employee uniquely Buena gente (“nice person ,” worthy of loyalty ) The Mexican worker does as he is told No delegation, no initiative, no personal responsibility.

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Greeting etiquette . WWWWWH ?. Eagles with eagles; sparrows with sparrows? Women included? Ok for them to proact ? 100% choreographed? Photo opt? Translators?. Greet entire entourage? Who are the “seeing-eye” dogs? For show or for real?

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Disunited States. Individualism Social Darwinism (competitive self-sufficiency) Ethnocentrism Permanent indebtedness as a lifestyle Cultural isolationism. Ideological & political paralysis Declining standard of living Skewed income distribution

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. KOREAN WORKPLACE PSYCHOLOGY. Positive frame of mind. (eye measure). Joia sei (lying low). Ilch egam sense of oneness. songsil Total commitment. Head & foot space. Jwa chon Chon choan A change to the left.

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Change the eyes that see reality. Community-building business Compromise in negotiating Plans, deadlines, & debt financing Impersonal boss First name basis?. Prayer clocks in Middle Eastern global companies Three-hour lunches in Latin America

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. International Negotiating. Japanese. Latin America. Personalizing a professional relationship Non-legal approach Flexible, evolving implementation (“flex friendship”). Don’t push for compromise Long meals Flexible, evolving implementation Simpatico. Russians.

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. PERFORMance cul. The Performance Mindset: You’re either a winner or a loser. Pragmatism: cutting corners to succeed is OK. Just do it!. Individualist Competitive, Social Darwinist Impersonal & institutional Secular/materialistic Capitalist. Mexican illegals

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. H armony . Triangle of harmony: inner, outer, mental. Harmony Comes From: Us (community) > me Using etiquette to show respect for others Interdependent (mutual need) relationships Focus on ideals (non-materialism) . IDEALS CREATE HARMONY:

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Equal results (egalitarianism) . Equal opportunity doesn’t exist. People aren’t equally intelligent & skilled. Highly imperfect & rigged economic systems don’t give everyone a fair opportunity to provide for their needs.

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Western materialism & pragmatism Ignore what you can’t empirically measure. What ever you need to do to succeed is A-OK. Just do it!. Western scientific empiricism & materialism “ Tabla rasa” hard drive model of the brain Theological “spirituality” . IDEAL-ism.

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. BRIBING ETIQUETTE Bribery or facilitating business ? Institutionalized (legal) bribery). It’s mostly legal; u se “consultants” when it’s not. Sometimes in the job description Govts do most of it. Natural part of paternalistic culs

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Community culture. Focus on your interdependency relationships. Show respect to those you need most. Follow harmony etiquette to keep community healthy ( T ao-presence). Greet the oldest first Don’t seat yourself 3 levels of bowing

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. The Italian family business. Why the family firm? Modest start-up capital Work with your family instead of MBAs Be your own boss Creative professionalism Building for the next generation. Opening & closing the business when we like Ignoring strangers

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Non-institutionalized. Agriculture Extended family Adaptation Colonial authoritarian legacy N urturing role of women. Born into your permanent societal role External locus of control Village market shopping Bartering Physical Darwinism Niche responsibilities.

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. RELATIONSHIP-BUILDING ETIQUETTE. Culture bridge-building. Bilingual interpreter Company “point person” Event host Behind-the-scenes coordinator Local company rep. Social & adaptable Type B personality Accessible & not schedule-driven People> goals Adventurous .

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Institutionalized. Systems controllers. Individualism referees Representative govt Job > family Big business. Rush hour denizen Trying to graduate Turned down for credit card Traffic ticket Mortgage Taking out a loan.

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C U L T U R E D R A M A

C U L T U R E D R A M A. Monochronic. Time control & scheduling Deadlines & prioritized time Productivity rewards & micromanaging Workaholism. Agenda meetings Technical analysts Overtime work to meet deadlines Rules, regulations, policies. Closed office doors Job descriptions

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