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Emotion work and the value of emotional equanimity among the Toraja

Ethnology31 (1) • Published In 1992 • Pages: 45-56

By: Hollan, Douglas.

Abstract
Hollan examines what he calls 'emotion work' among the Toraja of South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Emotion work refers to the effort to shape and manipulate inner feelings. Hollan begins with the observation that the Toraja have a fear of strong emotion. Using data obtained from interviews he describes the strategies the Toraja use to shape and manage their own emotions and those of others.
culture
Southern Toraja
HRAF PubDate
1997
Region
Asia
Sub Region
Southeast Asia
Document Type
article
Evaluation
Creator Type
Ethnologist
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Ronald N. Johnson ; 1995
Field Date
No date
Coverage Date
ca. 1982-1983
Coverage Place
south Celebes, Indonesia
Notes
Douglas Hollan
Includes bibliographical references (p. 54-56)
LCCN
64005713
LCSH
Toraja (Indonesian people)