Spiritual Navigation of Human Language: A Chinese Perspective on Humboldt's Language Thought Across Temporal and Spatial Dimensions in Sports Communication

Abstract

Humboldt's "linguistic worldview" highlights the intrinsic connection between language and the universality of human cognition, emphasizing that language not only reflects but also shapes cultural perspectives and modes of thinking. Rejecting traditional logical analysis, Humboldt argued that the essence of language lies in its worldview, which varies across different peoples. This study examines the relationship between the Chinese language and the Han people's worldview from the perspective of Humboldt’s linguistic theory, providing insights into how linguistic structures influence understanding and expression, particularly in sports communication and psychology. Language plays a dual role: it guides and constrains human understanding of the world while being reshaped by evolving human interactions and cultural contexts. Humboldt’s universal linguistics situates languages as diverse expressions of cognition in spatial terms and as developmental stages in temporal terms. These ideas highlight the unique contributions of diverse linguistic logics to shaping thought processes, particularly in team dynamics, motivation, and performance in sports contexts. From a Chinese perspective, this study investigates the spiritual navigation function of language through analogical logic, which reflects cognitive patterns such as "god system," "image," "complete dynamic," and "space-time holography." These features of the Chinese language offer a unique framework for understanding teamwork, strategy, and communication in sports. By linking linguistic theory with sports psychology, this research provides a foundation for enhancing cross-cultural communication, cognitive development, and collaborative efficiency in global sports settings.