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Doi, who died Sunday from illnesses related to old age, wrote the 1971 book, "The Anatomy of Dependence," which introduced the idea of "amae" - a childlike desire for indulgence - as key to understanding the Japanese mind.
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Doi, who died Sunday from illnesses related to old age, wrote the 1971 book, "The Anatomy of Dependence," which introduced the idea of "amae" - a childlike desire for indulgence - as key to understanding the Japanese mind.
Gaea Times (by Simple Thoughts) Breaking News and incisive views 24/7 2009
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Doi, who died Sunday from illnesses related to old age, wrote the 1971 book, "The Anatomy of Dependence," which introduced the idea of "amae" - a childlike desire for indulgence - as key to understanding the Japanese mind.
unknown title 2009
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Doi, who died Sunday from illnesses related to old age, wrote the 1971 book, "The Anatomy of Dependence," which introduced the idea of "amae" - a childlike desire for indulgence - as key to understanding the Japanese mind.
Newsvine - Get Smarter Here Yuri Kageyama, Associated Press Writer 2009
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The Japanese speak of a concept called amae, living in a deep sense of being cherished, of raising kids lovingly.
Tattoos on the Heart Gregory Boyle 2010
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Néojaponisme » Blog Archive » On the simulation of amae
Néojaponisme » Blog Archive » On the simulation of amae 2009
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In other words, Tweenbots are masters of amae, the art of childish, irresistible dependency.
Néojaponisme » Blog Archive » On the simulation of amae 2009
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An AIBO or an ASIMO performs amae, while a Tweenbot embodies it.
Néojaponisme » Blog Archive » On the simulation of amae 2009
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The hope for them is that they will one day mature into new models dextrous and capable enough to allow us to indulge in amae.
Néojaponisme » Blog Archive » On the simulation of amae 2009
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Sonna kimi no kotoba ni amae sugite nigitta te o hodo iteita
ianthopia Diary Entry ianthopia 2005
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