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YiRu Li

['Member']Joined: December 05, 2023 at 12:28Last active: December 13, 2024 at 21:052 discussions119 comments
Location: Seattle

Bio

Hi,
I'm from Taiwan and have lived in Seattle from 2013.
I know Eastern philosophy and some basic Western philosophy.
Glad to discuss here!

Favourite Philosopher

Zhuang Zi

Favourite Quotations

Transcendental Bliss

Discussions (2)

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In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Maybe it's not merely a joke but a truth. Viewing things from different perspectives may help cultivate our sense of equality. Doctors describe how th...
March 13, 2024 at 19:28
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: You are absolutely correct in highlighting that the evidence provided by a few individuals regarding acupuncture may not be sufficient to prove i...
February 03, 2024 at 03:37
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Yes, forget about Chinese medicine. I appreciate your excellent question, which allows me to gain a deeper understanding of 'The Yellow Emperor's Clas...
February 02, 2024 at 02:32
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
It's straightforward to find scientific research supporting acupuncture's efficacy in treating every specific diseases, such as this article: https://...
February 01, 2024 at 22:01
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
I apologize for any confusion. It's more effective to validate it with a real case. That's why Taiwanese turn to doctors' teachings on YouTube for a b...
February 01, 2024 at 02:32
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
No...I was just showing that in some situations patients will need exercise instead of acupuncture. These are the situations for acupuncture: In the e...
February 01, 2024 at 02:04
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Daoying is Qigong, exercise. In the central land, the terrain is flat and humid, and the products are rich. Therefore, people have many kinds of food ...
February 01, 2024 at 01:18
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Glad you are healed! Yes, exercise is always one of the solutions for pain.
January 31, 2024 at 22:38
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Correct! The way I communicate in Chinese medicine may sound completely different from Western medical theory. In Taiwan, we integrate both Western an...
January 31, 2024 at 21:36
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
According to 'The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Medicine', individuals in various environments require distinct treatments. The practice of using 'Poiso...
January 31, 2024 at 17:53
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Acupuncture is effective because it naturally exists in everyone's body. Each person possesses acupuncture points that contribute to this inherent sel...
January 31, 2024 at 16:46
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:chin: Let's assess the principles of Chinese medicine: 1. Equality Philosophy: - Concept: Self-healing through thought. - Basis: Inherent design of t...
January 31, 2024 at 00:45
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: One citation way is like 'Lego'. They grouped legos with similar functions in one prophet book. But on each piece of Lego, it has a link point wh...
January 30, 2024 at 19:55
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
One citation example for the prophet books. **Case Study 1: Lady A's Glaucoma** Lady A developed glaucoma between the ages of 15-18, unable to cope wi...
January 27, 2024 at 04:22
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Or, can I draw the conclusion that the inequality issue stems from 'Body & Mind'? We need to address it at the 'Spirit' level ? :up: Good question! I ...
January 23, 2024 at 22:08
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
I find it to be 'intelligent'! Adam and Eve ate the apple, marking The Beginning of Sin. Does intelligence cause inequality? Authentic Chinese civiliz...
January 22, 2024 at 05:13
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Certainly! It is essential to conduct a background check on any unfamiliar culture. Here are the background check materials I can provide. Additionall...
January 20, 2024 at 20:55
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Just sharing some healthy practices in the hope of benefiting others. I don't aim to prove whether it's true or not; Chinese medicine is simply an exe...
January 19, 2024 at 20:01
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Maybe give it a try and see for yourself. This Chinese doctor teaches how to protect our eyes using Chinese Medicine methods. https://www.youtube.com/...
January 19, 2024 at 19:45
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Why don't you agree? I believe it's a translation issue. After hearing your perspective on the definition of 'Medical Practice,' I think a more accura...
January 19, 2024 at 19:02
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
I do think a Chinese medicine doctor is like a 'teacher,' guiding us on how to lead a healthy life for our spirit, mind, and body. However, in ancient...
January 19, 2024 at 05:39
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up:
January 19, 2024 at 04:13
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Yes, when dealing with a disease, people in Taiwan and China often compare situations to determine whether Western medicine or Chinese medicine is mor...
January 19, 2024 at 03:52
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Yes, it's a knowledge that everyone learns in Taiwan and China to prevent diseases. If it doesn't sound like a medical practice to you
January 19, 2024 at 03:39
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Yes, prioritize Spirit, Mind, and Body health. It effectively addresses long COVID, the immune system, the autonomic nervous system, and the endocrine...
January 19, 2024 at 03:32
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Chinese medicine is about philosophy, Qigong, acupuncture (healing power from our own body), and herbs (healing power from nature. e.g. forest). It is...
January 19, 2024 at 03:16
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
It is indeed educational material on how to utilize Chinese medicine, emphasizing the importance of not waiting to see a doctor until it's too late.
January 19, 2024 at 03:10
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Cool! He is indeed an amazing doctor. He has the ability to halt cancer.
January 19, 2024 at 03:04
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Correct! Chinese medicine is preventive medicine and primarily addresses minor ailments. If we feel unwell and Western doctors assert that we are not ...
January 19, 2024 at 02:13
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: It holds true when considering any social or natural science while understanding Zhuangzi. 'Tao' is Science. Laozi and Zhuangzi were tools for an...
January 19, 2024 at 01:11
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: History can provide a clearer understanding of Confucius and Zhuangzi. The Chinese actually abandoned the exclusive pursuit of Confucius' moral s...
January 19, 2024 at 00:18
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Authentic Chinese civilization fosters 'Tao'. However, numerous foreigners have competed and occupied the land of China. Over time, these foreigners m...
January 18, 2024 at 17:16
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:chin: Confucius said, 'Were a man without benevolence, what would be the rites intended for? If without benevolence, what would the music be used for...
January 18, 2024 at 02:53
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: We can comprehend Chinese through the visual representation of words. In this image, 'Tao' is depicted as a thoughtful head at a crossroad, with ...
January 18, 2024 at 02:23
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Yes! 2024 Martin Luther Day is a significant day for me! It marks the first time in my life that I asked how to improve my math, and I'll always remem...
January 16, 2024 at 20:28
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
Yes! I made a surprising discovery today: It's the first time in my life that I've asked how to learn math! Previously, I was stuck in my old patterns...
January 16, 2024 at 02:52
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
May I ask for your advice on how to learn math, or an example of effective math learning? Because my math skills are quite weak. I failed five semeste...
January 15, 2024 at 18:04
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
If it's not 'Plato's Theory of Forms'? Maybe you resonate with the concept of 'Tao'? Authentic Chinese civilization has never stipulated the concept o...
January 15, 2024 at 17:17
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: Do you mean our life is an 'ART'? It's most beautiful in its 'natural' ways. However, we may or may not treat it as 'ART,' and this deviates from...
January 14, 2024 at 20:06
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:chin: Is it 'Plato's Theory of Forms'? It seems peculiar; essential to the world, yet it takes us a considerable amount of time to comprehend.
January 13, 2024 at 18:26
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
How can we recognize whether we are in a situation of positive or negative inequality? Often, we may not be fully aware of the circumstances we find o...
January 13, 2024 at 02:07
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:chin: e.g. For 'belong to', If a 'giver' acknowledges that poor people also 'belong to' the category of humans, they can feel empathy or compassion t...
January 12, 2024 at 14:13
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: It's Amazing you can see these logics from poor people's view. ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ How about seeing these logics from t...
January 11, 2024 at 19:16
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: In the previous post, I delineated four logics for equality. I believe the 'social policy' you mentioned is an application of at least one of the...
January 10, 2024 at 14:30
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: I summarized the core logic from Chuang Tz? about dealing with inequality. Maybe it will help answer your questions. —-Chuang Tz? (Giles)/Chapter...
January 08, 2024 at 20:35
In: Right-sized Government  — view comment
I always want to ask? Where did westerners think that 'big' government or 'big' institute concepts come from? Even the 'God' concept in religion is a ...
January 08, 2024 at 15:44
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
True, sharing sounds better than argument. Maybe when Nietzsche said the above, he did keep his knowledge within him? Do you think Nietzsche knew Chua...
January 07, 2024 at 18:13
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
:up: ----- "Before conditions existed, Tao was. Before definitions existed. Speech was. Subjectively, we are conscious of certain delimitations which ...
January 06, 2024 at 17:33
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
I see now. Equality has different kinds and levels. Is that possible for you to describe 'Neon Genesis EvanHegellion' & 'Human instrumentality' you ar...
January 05, 2024 at 18:06
In: What is the way to deal with inequalities?  — view comment
I think so! In Zhuang Zi, it is translated to 'The Identity of Contraries'. But it's very hard to understand sometimes. I hope the discussion here can...
January 04, 2024 at 23:16
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