Aggravating Quote by Shoma Morita
“Trying to control the emotional self willfully by manipulative attempts is like trying to choose a number on a thrown die or to push back the water of the Kamo River upstream. Certainly, they end up aggravating their agony and feeling unbearable pain because of their failure in manipulating the emotions.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Living, Shoma Morita, 1975
Attempting to control emotions deliberately is as futile as predicting a die roll or stopping a river’s flow, leading to more suffering.
In simple terms: Emotional control attempts are futile and cause pain.
Key Takeaway
Accept emotions instead of forcing them.
Themes
psychology
control
acceptance
Mood
frustrated
reflective
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- stress management
- therapy
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Stoicism
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you notice when you resist feelings?
- What happens when you accept them?
A Different Perspective
Emotions cannot be forced without backlash.
