Concept of wisdom in Japan

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  • 日本人における「知恵」の概念
  • 日本人における「知恵」の概念 : 中高年世代を対象とした面接調査
  • ニホンジン ニ オケル 「 チエ 」 ノ ガイネン : チュウコウネン セダイ オ タイショウ ト シタ メンセツ チョウサ
  • Qualitative analysis of interviews with middle-aged and older Japanese adults
  • ―― 中高年世代を対象とした面接調査 ――

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<p>  This study explored the concept of wisdom via face-to-face semi-structured interviews with 15 middle-aged and older Japanese adults. The results of qualitative analysis revealed five components: (1) solving problems effectively, (2) prioritizing important issues, (3) being flexible, (4) keeping harmony with others, and (5) having life principles. While the results yielded common components with those found in the previous studies conducted primarily in the U.S. and Europe, the participants also emphasized the features that seemed to reflect the ethical climate of Japan and common values in Asian countries such as a sense of harmony (e.g., respect for the rules and humility) and an insight into one’s life and the will to act upon it (e.g., an ability to accomplish goals). In the future studies of wisdom in Japan, it is recommended that these unique components should be taken into consideration.</p>

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