In academia, it can be difficult to switch from one major to a completely different major.

As described in this article, the process of turning from traditional Chinese medicine research to philosophical exploration not only stems from personal strong pursuit of knowledge, but also is touched by many external factors. These are undoubtedly topics worthy of further research.

Initially, I was intent on changing my career direction from clinical medicine to philosophy, which was certainly a major change.

The transformation from a rural doctor to a professional philosophy researcher has encountered many challenges.

The situation at that time was not easy. I switched from the medical field to the philosophical field. There was a big gap in academic qualifications and professional knowledge, and I had to face many challenges. Nonetheless, an inner desire motivated me to take the first step in this transformation.

At this initial stage, it is mainly an inner impulse, with a vague curiosity about philosophy and no idea of ​​the challenges ahead.

From medicine to philosophy, people around you may find it incredible.

In fact, there seems to be a huge gap that is difficult to bridge between treating patients, saving people, and discussing philosophical issues.

This seemingly contradictory transformation actually reveals the unique charm of exploring different fields of knowledge.

During his studies at Jilin University, Mr. Zhang Weijiu held an irreplaceable position.

He has made significant contributions to academic research and scientific research, and he also played a key role in the establishment of the Department of Philosophy and the Institute of Modern Philosophy.

Mr. Gao Qinghai had a great influence on the author when he was a student. It was a period when Mr. Gao Qinghai's ideas continued to emerge and his influence spread widely.

At that time, the author was deeply affected in terms of knowledge and life.

The existence of these two mentors is like a beacon in the ocean of knowledge.

Mr. Zhang Weijiu has a unique model in cultivating students.

For quite a long time, Mr. Gao Qinghai’s doctoral student was also Mr. Zhang Weijiu’s doctoral student.

Even though Mr. Zhang Weijiu personally supervises doctoral students, this cooperation method has not changed, and many students have benefited a lot from this model.

This model reflects the similarities and complementary features of the two mentors in their educational concepts and professional fields.

In 1991, Teacher Sun Zhengyu returned to teach in the Philosophy Department. This incident marked that the philosophy discipline of Jilin University has entered a stage of rapid development.

Sun Litian, He Lai and others continued to promote the discipline development of Jida philosophy, especially Marxist philosophy, to continue to advance.

Their hard work has promoted the continuous progress of the discipline and allowed the Department of Philosophy of Jilin University to accumulate a rich academic foundation in fields such as Marxist philosophy.

They each have their own expertise, and Mr. Sun Zhengyu is particularly outstanding in research on the original works of Marxist philosophy and the history of philosophy.

This kind of scholars with different strengths come together to create a strong academic atmosphere.

People who study here receive comprehensive academic nourishment, which lays a solid academic foundation for their philosophical explorations.

In 2000, under the guidance of Mr. Zhang Shuguang, the author began in-depth research on the philosophy of survival at Huazhong University of Science and Technology.

This research was an innovative exploration of Marxist philosophy and its theoretical foundation at that time. It also belonged to a new type of research methods on humanities, value theory and existentialism at that period.

Existential research at that time was relatively marginal and unfamiliar.

Around 2003, the author embarked on an existential interpretation of the traditions and evolution of Chinese culture.

Through the unremitting efforts of this group of people with lofty ideals, existential research, a once-neglected academic field, is gradually emerging in the domestic philosophy community. This change fully demonstrates the powerful influence of academic exploration.

Nihilism in the field of existentialism, as an extension of practice and reality, has become the focus of the author's long-term and in-depth research.

There are also a group of colleagues in China who are committed to research on this issue.

Currently, the author is committed to the reconstruction of the multi-ethnic state of modern China.

This issue contains much worth exploring and requires interdisciplinary research and philosophical discussion.

This work is both challenging and interesting.

As the research deepened, I also began to face energy issues.

Research work has the characteristics of inheritance, and many aspects help to cultivate future generations to engage in research in related fields.

The author is very concerned about postgraduate training.

When you encounter good seedlings, cultivate them carefully.

The author believes that through long-term training, these students can produce good knowledge.

The author chooses to pursue the academic road ahead.

Philosophy in this era also needs to transcend universities and their academic horizons.

Academic progress may require breaking the limits of old horizons while cultivating a new generation of outstanding talents.

Have you ever had the idea or experience of switching research fields?