On Su Shi's Aesthetic Contemplation of"Mutual Validation between Objects and Self"
Su Shi,in his interactions with objects,demonstrates a relationship of"mutual validation between the self and objects,"which encompasses a rich and unique aesthetic contemplation that deepens with life practice.He appreciates the often-overlooked interesting qualities of objects,using them to express his own extraordinary lifestyle.He empathizes with the solitude and wandering of objects,thereby reflecting an uncompromising spiritual character.He refines the taste of food during his exile,praising an elevated state of mind amidst suffering.Thus,Su Shi reveals the unique vitality and aesthetic value inherent in ordinary,discarded,and plain objects,thereby affirming his self-worth.This process of mutual validation with objects highlights the adaptive state in Su Shi's relationship with objects and underscores his distinct life philosophy that sets him apart from the common.
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