I found it interesting to learn about Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism in history class. Confucianism involves the belief in the importance of an educated, proper, and orderly society. Taoism involves the belief in the importance of a natural, balanced society. Lastly, Buddhism involves the belief in the importance of following the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.
Overall, I think Buddhism sounds too difficult for me. Closely following the Eightfold Path in order to end desire would be too difficult. To me, the ideal philosophy would be a balanced mix between Confucianism and Taoism. I like the idea, with Confucianism, of an educated society. It is important for people to be knowledgeable of the world around them. It is also good with the idea of respecting relationships. The young must respect their elders, and vice versa. Rules and order are also good to have in a society, because it prevents people from attacking or taking away from other people. However, I also like the ideas of Taoism. It involves everything in the world being in balance. Accepting the harmony of the natural world is an important part of Taoism. Taoism is more about “going with the flow,” following the nature of events as they come.
Confucianism and Taoism are often thought of to be opposites, just like the Yin Yang. Confucianism is more proper and orderly, while Taioism is more relaxed and in balance with nature. I think the ideal belief would be a mix of the two. It would include having an orderly society, but still in harmony with nature. It would be proper and educated, yet at the same time relaxed and “going with the flow.” It would also respect the Five Basic Relationships. The idea of a mix between the two beliefs would also go well with the idea of Yin Yang.
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