Emotions and Inner Life
How can I adjust irritation at work without immediately chanting or meditating?
English translation draft · Based on the Chinese article. This is not a word-for-word translation approved by Master Shengyuan.
Find something feasible now to ease feelings. Chanting and meditation are regular practices, but work may not permit stopping immediately. Favorite music is an approach I appreciate.
Dao Jing described continuing work through low or irritated moods with headphones, sometimes favorite music, Heart Sutra music, or positive Podcasts. It gradually brought the heart back. No particular song is required; find a useful method then.
Dao Shun found funny or cute-animal clips happy and soothing. Our center sometimes plays music too. Knowing settling methods beforehand helps when low. Methods differ; for me, chanting and meditation remain most used and helpful.