gpt.icon from KJ method Let the chaos speak for itself p.499 The fundamental tragedy of civilization is that it suppressed creativity and prevented participation of the people.

  • Civilization fails to meet the demands of creativity, and the loss of a sense of purpose in life occurs as society becomes more managed.

  • [Development of creativity and participatory society are necessary to avoid authoritarian socialization.

  • The KJ method philosophy and technology play an important role in this.

Since the 1960s, the Japanese corporate world has pursued the development of creativity and organizational participation

  • The concepts of “raison d’être” and “participation” are important.
  • The “purpose in life” is a reflection of the progress of managerial socialization and a sense of crisis.
  • Participation” emphasizes independence and is not just a translation of “participation.

Participation is an ancient Japanese term that emphasizes independence and [assertiveness

  • True participation is based on individual proactive action and [self-recognition
  • Participation” means [to act actively on one’s own volition

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