Training in What?

From the Roots of Asia Tarot, Strength; from the Mahjongg Oracle, Chrysanthemum:

We have also been training our body and mind just by living our life. The question is: training in what? 

—Gaylon Ferguson

In our daily encounters with people and situations, our inner lion may be awakened and roar to be fed. Will we let it gorge on frustration, anger and rage, or will we take time to calm it so we can handle things in a sane and appropriate way? Training the mind allows us to be aware of thoughts and emotions and sift out what is worth acting on and what we can let be. Chrysanthemums are a symbol of the sun and represent happiness and vitality. It asks us to consider whether our anger is putting our energy to good use and creating contentment, or if it is tanking everything.