Distinguishing Emotions: Understanding the Seven Emotions (Joy, Anger, Worry, Thought, Sadness, Fear, Shock)

Distinguishing Emotions: Understanding the Seven Emotions (Joy, Anger, Worry, Thought, Sadness, Fear, Shock)

The seven emotions—xi (joy), nu (anger), you (worry), si (thought), bei (sadness), jing (shock), and kong (fear)—are types of responses in the interaction between the environment and living beings, representing individual experiences with external manifestations. The five intentions—shen (spirit), hun (soul), po (corporeal soul), yi (will), and zhi (willpower)—are inherent characteristics and instincts of living … Read more

Dry Eyes, Itchy Eyes, and Blurred Vision: TCM Perspectives

Dry Eyes, Itchy Eyes, and Blurred Vision: TCM Perspectives

Click on 【Herb Query】, then click the upper right corner 【···】 to set as Starred/Top for easy access Currently, many people are affected by blurred vision, dry eyes, and itchy eyes, which are generally thought to be due to excessive eye use. However, from a TCM perspective, this is mainly related to our kidney, liver, … Read more