Upholding the Way of Medicine ● Healing the World
The myriad forms of life, intertwined emotions, the seven emotions and six desires, are the waves of the heart. The seven emotions are joy, anger, sorrow, happiness, worry, fear, love, and hate, all natural expressions of the human heart, shared by all living beings. Today, I compose the “Ode to the Seven Emotions” to celebrate their subtleties and express my thoughts.
Joy is like the sun in spring, warming the heart. The feeling of joy is like the dawn breaking, reviving all things, and the heart is suddenly brightened. One must enjoy life to the fullest when fortune smiles, and joy is ever-present. A smile blooms like a flower, and laughter resonates, nothing surpasses the feeling of joy.
Anger is like the thunder of summer, shaking the four corners. The feeling of anger is like a sudden summer storm, with thunder and lightning, the fire of anger difficult to quell. With eyes wide open and voice like a bell, one vows to bring grievances to the heavens. However, anger can harm the body; it is wise to temper it and value harmony.
Sorrow is like the falling leaves of autumn, desolate and yellow on the ground. The feeling of sorrow is like the leaves of late autumn, falling with the wind, leaving a scene of desolation. There is no greater sorrow than a dead heart, and sadness comes from within, unending. Tears ask the flowers, but the flowers remain silent, as the scattered petals fly past the swing. Sorrow without harm reveals the resilience of humanity.
Happiness is like the dance of winter snow, gracefully falling upon the world. The feeling of happiness is like the first snow of winter, light and beautiful, covering the noise of all things. Happiness allows one to forget worries, relieve fatigue, and find joy within, leading to a carefree heart. Life offers few moments of happiness; cherish them as you go.