I've been thinking for a long time, and it's also a combination of my own state of mind. I plan to officially give my blog a name. Previously, it was called "Zishu's Blog," which is my own name, but I always felt that it was lacking meaning. So now I've decided to rename it to "Why Not Have Tea." Let me explain the meaning behind it...
I started getting into music in middle school. At that time, I liked singing and listened to a lot of popular songs. The most popular ones at that time were Jay Chou's songs, as well as singers like JJ Lin.
Then, when I entered high school, to be precise, it should be in the third year of junior high, I started listening to songs by Xu Song. The first album I listened to was "Customized," and I listened to it every day. It had a very melodic rhythm. Because of this, I even bought an mp4 player with a small screen and downloaded Xu Song's songs. I would often listen to them on the way to and from school, including during evening self-study, while doing my homework.
In 2014, Xu Song officially released a new album called "Why Not Have Tea." When I heard the songs in this album, I instantly fell in love and became a die-hard fan of Xu Song.
There's a saying that I think describes it perfectly: Xu Song wants to convey a calm attitude through his album, "In this vast world, there are many things that are incomprehensible, hearts that are unpredictable, and people that are inscrutable. Instead of thinking, guessing, and observing, it's better to enjoy a carefree life, savor the taste of tea, and appreciate the beauty of nature."
At that time, I was still young and simply listened to the melody and lyrics. Now looking back, carefully pondering the words within, I suddenly feel a new change. This world is always in a state of flux, just as Teacher Luo Xiang said, the only thing that doesn't change in this world is change itself.
Society is full of chaos, and there are many distractions in the mind, giving rise to many desires. But I also know very clearly that some things and desires are merely driven by the social atmosphere, and I don't need them. I want to live my own life well and not be disturbed by external things. "Do not rejoice in fortune, do not grieve in misfortune."
Why not have tea? I also hope that my state of mind can be like this phrase, settling down, not thinking about those distant things, focusing on the present, and grasping the beauty around me.
Seven bowls bring ultimate flavor, one pot brings true joy. Reciting countless verses is not as good as having tea. - Zhao Puchu