Regulating Emotion

Desire itself is a natural and necessary part of being human . It is attachment to the object of desire that causes problems.
Without desire , we would never have the urge to learn and grow , or reach our potential as human beings .
What makes the problem more complex and confusing , is that our minds are overwhelmed by emotion ; therefore we fail to see things clearly - the truth of things. Being overwhelmed by emotion is to the mind what trying to peer through a glass of filthy water is to the eyes .
So , how does one filter the waters of the mind , and how can we calm its flow in order to stop the sediment from being stirred up ?
Meditation will calm the waters , and bring Power Of The Mind.
This power is the filter.
The best way to influence others is unseen : just work to fulfill your Human Potential , Live by Truth and TAO , and your life will serve as a glowing example to others.
Use the wise-ones , sages, and masters, as your mentors - discard the Harpers and the Trumps... they are little more than fools.