The poem explores the desire to be open and receptive like a ravine so that good things flow in, but acknowledges the risks as a ravine also receives unwanted things. It cautions that being too open carries the risk of unwanted interactions, suggesting it's better to be selective like a well with a bolted lid to avoid dangers while still benefiting from openness when appropriate. The lesson is to know when to open yourself and when to close yourself off.
The poem explores the desire to be open and receptive like a ravine so that good things flow in, but acknowledges the risks as a ravine also receives unwanted things. It cautions that being too open carries the risk of unwanted interactions, suggesting it's better to be selective like a well with a bolted lid to avoid dangers while still benefiting from openness when appropriate. The lesson is to know when to open yourself and when to close yourself off.
The poem explores the desire to be open and receptive like a ravine so that good things flow in, but acknowledges the risks as a ravine also receives unwanted things. It cautions that being too open carries the risk of unwanted interactions, suggesting it's better to be selective like a well with a bolted lid to avoid dangers while still benefiting from openness when appropriate. The lesson is to know when to open yourself and when to close yourself off.