When Caught In a Mental Storm

If the door of your soul is open, then everything will come in: love, hatred, anger, equanimity, jealousy, compassion, sorrow, joy, and, many others, pleasant and unpleasant feelings and emotions.

Either we can react or be aware of them. Every saint has said it’s better to notice the emotions, feelings, and desires as they arise.

Sometimes the feelings come in like a storm and wreak havoc in our homes, shaking violently every piece of furniture and delicate utensils we have.

What to do then?

I guess, wait for it to pass. Observe it that it has taken us in its grip, and we are helpless. Observe it.

But I know it’s easier said than done.