10 pleasures to adjust the emotions and calm the shen

This photo was snapped from one of my textbooks while in acupuncture school and is a true gem, the 10 pleasures to adjust the emotions and calm the shen. Written years ago but the concepts are still relevant today. Here they are again.

10 pleasures

Studying the meaning of the classics

Learning the methods of the calligraphy models

Calming the mind and sitting quietly

Chatting with beneficial friends

Drinking a little till half intoxicated

Watering flowers and cultivating bamboo

Listening to the qin (stringed instrument) and enjoying

Burning incense and brewing tea

Climbing the city walls and viewing the mountains

Telling fables and playing chess