Everyone has moments of clarity, but moments of confusion are more common.
In that instant of clarity, it seems like one can grasp the profound mysteries of the universe, yet confusion swiftly follows like clouds rolling in.
It is like a drowning person, who, upon grasping a life-saving straw, clearly sees the stark contrast between life and death. They resolve that if they survive, they will do something meaningful. But once rescued, they inevitably return to their habits, driven to live their days.
Few exceptions exist!
Shen Yue best understands Tianya's meaning—the duality of human states, clarity or confusion. Confusion is more prevalent, while clarity is rare. The fundamental reason is that people seldom experience moments of abundant spirit, but when they are intensely focused, they can most effectively channel their spirit into a state akin to Zen, thereby inspiring creativity. The death-like state Tianya refers to is often this kind of state.
