Journal
Written by Arichika Iwata
[ 天人合一 ]
The Unity of Heaven and Humanity
Since ancient times, Eastern philosophy has embraced the idea of Ten–Jin Gōitsu—the unity of heaven and humanity. At its core is the belief that all life is born from the greater forces of nature. The natural world is often described as the “Greater Cosmos,” while the systems that exist within each individual life form are referred to as the “Lesser Cosmos.” Every living being is governed by the greater cosmos and sustains itself by living in harmony with nature. Yet life is not entirely controlled by it. Each organism possesses its ...
[ 心身一如 ]
Body and Mind as One
Since ancient times in the East, the body and mind have been understood as sharing the same foundation. Emotions and the physical body are not separate from one another; they are constantly influencing each other. This way of thinking is known as ShinshinIchinyo — body and mind as one. Because the body and mind are deeply connected, when one begins to function well, the other may also begin to improve. Have you ever ...
[ 陰陽平衡 ]
Yin-Yang Balance
In traditional Eastern thought, the origin of the universe is described as Chaos: an undifferentiated state in which heaven, earth, and all things have not yet been separated. From this primordial energy, two complementary forces emerge. The bright, light, and clear force that rises upward is called Yang, while the dark, heavy, and dense force that descends is called Yin. Although they appear opposite, Yin and Yang share ...
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