Various themes in the aesthetics of nature, such as appreciation grounded in the idea of the picturesque, have been criticized in a number of ways: as anthropocentric (Godlovitch 1994), scenery-obsessed (Saito 1998a), trivial (Callicott 1994), subjective (Thompson 1995), and/or morally vacuous (Andrews 1998).
Professionals' concerns in relation to litigation are grounded in their appreciation of the legal duty of care which they owe to their patients which is, in turn, reinforced by professional Codes of Practice.
The thrift, sheer hard work, communitarian values, and (religiously-grounded) appreciation for material prosperity among Protestants, Weber argued, explained their central role in pushing the boundaries of capitalism towards ever-greater strides in industrial output and financial success.
Yet a spirit of toleration does exist in America, even if it is not grounded in any deep appreciation of the "other," whomever that other may be.
The film, wrote Vincent Canby in The New York Times, "is so cheerful it almost hurts, but its cheerfulness is grounded in a true appreciation of certain so-called American values (pluck, perseverance, family ties) which, though idealized more often than honored, are a part of the way we see ourselves".
Similarly, respect for community leaders is grounded in people's appreciation of leadership in community activity, which was particularly apparent in low SES groups.
Often, scaling the face of a rocky cliff has been replaced by a ground-level appreciation, and the drive-all-night ethos has given way to the desire for a good night's sleep.
"[The convention] is a jumpstart for many countries who do not have any legal ground or appreciation to combat cybercrime," he says.
When we're grounded in a genuine sense and appreciation of who we are, we form life goals that are realistic and long-term.
"Aweism … though steeped in existential wonder and soulful appreciation, is still very much grounded in this world," he writes.
I do so also, I suppose, to clear the ground for a better appreciation of his work.
