Just as the unpleasant taste of poison in food will rise up, afflictions of anger and passion will rise up under the influence of practice. Unless one has attained tolerance of Truth/Tao/Dharma, the path evinces terrifying conditions. Regret, wrong views, doubts, and annoyance with it will surface. When afflictive emotions arise, oppose them with daily practice of method, and wisdom.

Jamyang Gönpo (1196 CE-?), Jamyhang Gönpo, (ordained name - Sherap Jungne) was born in South East Tibet and began studying at the age of 6. He has authored several treatises which have become an essential part of the Chöd Buddhist Tradition.