Mostovicz, E. I., Kakabadse, N. K. and Kakabadse, A. P. (2008) Janusian mapping: a mechanism of interpretation. Systematic Practice and Action Research. 21(3), pp. 211-225. 1094-429X (Print) 1573-9295 (Online).
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Abstract: | In this paper it is argued that human interpretation is an inherently paradoxical and complex mechanism. Human interpretation is underpinned by values, preferences and contrasts, and assumptions, and surfaced through an idiosyncratic combination of personal choice and logic (Pinker, The blank slate: the modern denial of human nature, 2003). In order to find ways through interpretive diversity, Janusian thinking is a conscious and purposeful mechanism (Rothenberg, Creat Res J 9(2–3):207–231, 1996) that allows each one to think paradoxically. Coping with paradoxes is not only a cognitive challenge in trying to resolve the irresolvable but also an emotional one, as emotion might distort the paradox. Janusian attitudinal mapping allows individuals to face the true paradox and to review the assumptions behind it. Such review may modify or even abolish certain assumptions altogether. However, Janusian attitudinal mapping is an emotional undertaking that should follow the three elements involving social reform for advancing and fostering knowledge: shock, open communication and experimentation, and paradox leadership (Lewis, Acad Manage Rev 25(4):760–786, 2000) |
| Subjects: |
B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology > BF309 Consciousness. Cognition > BF408 Creative ability H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management > HD53 Creative ability in business |
| Creators: | Mostovicz, E Isaac, Kakabadse, Nada K and Kakabadse, Andrew P |
| Publisher: | Springer |
| Faculties, Divisions and Institutes: |
University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Faculty of Business & Law > Business and International Management (to 2010) Faculties > Faculty of Business & Law > International Strategy & Business |
| Date: | 4 March 2008 |
| Date Type: | Publication |
| Page Range: | pp. 211-225 |
| Journal or Publication Title: | Systematic Practice and Action Research |
| Volume: | 21 |
| Number: | 3 |
| Place of Publication: | Netherlands |
| Language: | English |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.1007/s11213-008-9092-x |
| ISSN: | 1094-429X (Print) 1573-9295 (Online) |
| Status: | Published / Disseminated |
| URI: | http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/1267 |
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