boyutpedia Chapter 162: Concentrated
Chapter 162: Concentrated
When she pushed open the door of the clinic, a fresh aroma hit her face. Various medicinal materials were placed in the room, and the dried herbs exuded a faint medicinal fragrance. The walls were covered with ancient medical books, and the text was particularly eye-catching under the morning light. Chu Wan'er walked closer and exclaimed: "This is really a treasure!"
Just as she was immersed in the profound knowledge in those books, Doctor Zhang came out from the back hall and looked at her with a smile. "Do you like these books? Each one is the result of my years of hard work."
"But I've never seen such a rich collection of medical books," Chu Wan'er's eyes sparkled with excitement, "They seem to be telling endless stories."
Doctor Zhang nodded, with a hint of pride in his eyes: "Medical skills are like the ocean, and knowledge is vast and boundless. Every book contains wisdom for curing diseases and saving lives. Only by reading carefully can you truly understand the mysteries contained therein."
"I want to learn as soon as possible how to use this knowledge to help others." Chu Wan'er's eyes were full of enthusiasm, and her fingers quietly stroked the spines of the books, as if she was communicating with them silently.
"Learning medicine requires perseverance and determination." Doctor Zhang said slowly, with a serious tone in his voice, "Today you can pick a few books from these and read them one by one. I hope you can grasp their essence and put them into practice."
"Thank you, doctor. You are so generous!" She looked at Dr. Zhang gratefully, her heart full of emotion. "I will definitely work hard and live up to your expectations."
"In addition, you should observe the actual situation while reading." He continued, "Each patient's situation is different, which requires knowledge, but also careful observation and practice. Treating diseases is not only about using drugs, but also about listening to the patient's voice."
Chu Wan'er nodded rapidly, imagining the future when she would be able to treat people herself. "I understand. Today I want to start studying the Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine."
"Good choice." Doctor Zhang nodded with satisfaction. "This book is a classic in medicine. You can study the pulse theory and symptoms first, and then come back to ask me questions."
She was full of anticipation and immediately memorized the key points of the book. The book in front of her shone with an alluring glow in her eyes. "Doctor, I want to know, besides medical knowledge, what else does a doctor need when treating patients?"
"What doctors also need is benevolence and compassion." Doctor Zhang's eyes were solemn and his tone was serious. "When treating patients, we must first put ourselves in their shoes. The pain of illness is beyond my words. Only by empathizing with others can we form a good doctor-patient relationship."
"Benevolence..." Chu Wan'er muttered in a low voice, and she had a deeper understanding of this sense of responsibility. Her eyes wandered across the bookshelf, scanning every book, as if she was looking for the power that could change a person's fate.
"We can start with the herbs." Doctor Zhang walked to a wooden shelf nearby, took out several commonly used Chinese herbs and showed them to her. "These herbs are the foundation of the foundation. You must remember their effects and indications."
Chu Wan'er watched carefully, her heart filled with awe and desire. "Please tell me their characteristics."
Doctor Zhang patiently introduced the characteristics of each herb one by one. "This is Angelica sinensis, a good medicine for replenishing blood; that is white peony root, which has the effect of harmonizing blood and relieving pain; and these are Cortex Moutan, which can cool blood and disperse blood stasis. Knowing how to use these herbs is the beginning of mastering medical principles."
"I will remember them as soon as possible." Chu Wan'er nodded vigorously, vowing in her heart. "Doctor, can you let me try to identify them myself?"
"Very good, this is exactly the practice you need." Doctor Zhang smiled slightly, with some approval in his eyes, "I will guide you, and you can try to distinguish different medicinal materials."
At that moment, Chu Wan'er was filled with excitement, as if the gears of fate had begun to turn. She accepted the challenge and was ready to start her journey as a doctor.
During the morning study, Dr. Zhang patiently and in detail explained to her how to identify each herbal medicine, teaching her to recognize its appearance, smell, and medicinal value. The sunlight shone through the window lattice on her body, reflecting her focused face.
"Teacher, why do you say this is the beginning? I am clearly confused. Is there really a deep meaning in this book?" Li Ming said in confusion, inadvertently pinching the pages of the book in his hands, as if trying to squeeze something out of it.
Doctor Zhang smiled slightly, his eyes gentle, "Ming'er, this Book of Changes is the way of heaven and earth. The symbols and symbols in it are all the wisdom left by the ancient sages to future generations. To truly understand it, in addition to reading with your eyes, you also need to comprehend with your heart."
After listening to this, Li Ming still seemed to understand, "But why is it that the gossip is sometimes negative and sometimes positive? It's clearly hard to understand. If I think too much about it, won't it ruin my intention?"
"That's why you need to read more and think more." Doctor Zhang nodded, as if he saw Li Ming's inner struggle. He slowly put down the book and relaxed his tone, "There is one more thing. You can share your opinion with me. It's okay to speak frankly."
Li Ming took a deep breath and raised his chin, as if he had made up his mind. "I once read in a book that the heaven moves vigorously, and the gentleman should constantly strive for self-improvement. However, I often feel powerless. It seems that no matter how hard I try, I can never get close to that goal."
"Everyone has his own pace." Doctor Zhang shook his head, his eyes full of concern. "Perhaps you should learn to enjoy the process of continuous efforts, rather than simply focusing on the results."
Li Ming nodded, his mind gradually brightened, as if he had faintly felt a hint of enlightenment. At this moment, bursts of laughter suddenly came from outside the courtyard, interrupting their conversation.
"Listen, that's Xiaoling playing!" Li Ming turned his head, his eyes sparkling with childlike joy, and then a trace of sadness appeared in his eyes, "I always feel that our ambitions seem to be incompatible with theirs."
Doctor Zhang smiled slightly. "Ambition and innocence are not opposites. In your hearts, the innocence and happiness of your children should not be ignored. If you always indulge in books, you will lose the vitality of life."
"But, teacher, I'm worried that if I don't study hard, how will I face the challenges of my future life?" Li Ming showed a trace of anxiety. He tapped the table with his fingers, at a loss.
"It's the heart that counts, not the strength. Reading should be done with a purpose and with the desire to understand, rather than just reading too much." Doctor Zhang's voice was as gentle as a stream, and he said softly, "If you try too hard, it will backfire. The wisdom in the book requires you to feel and apply it more."
Li Ming's face changed, as if he understood something. He looked out the window, and saw Xiaoling running on the grass outside, her laughter floating in the wind, clear and pleasant. At this moment, he seemed to hear that innocent voice, as if all the troubles in his heart had been washed away.
"I've heard people say that it's easy to read but hard to understand the heart. However, if the wisdom left in the books can help me guide my life better, then I'm willing to try." Li Ming adjusted his mindset and his voice became firm.
"Very good, this is the true meaning of reading." Doctor Zhang showed an approving expression, "Read carefully and slowly understand. The philosophy in the book will eventually become a guiding light for you to conduct yourself in the world."
"Thank you for your teachings, teacher. I will definitely work harder." Li Ming's face showed a nervous yet determined expression.
As the laughter of the children outside gradually faded away, Doctor Zhang picked up the book again and continued to explain the profound meaning of the book. Li Ming listened quietly.