When the Dalai Lama asks for a map, and one for our emotions no less, it has got to be impressive. But, it’s also got to be engaging, much in the manner of the loud chuckles that the Buddhist spiritual leader is known for.

Two weeks ago, psychologist
Dr Paul Ekman, professor emeritus at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), announced the launch of The Atlas of Emotions, granting the Dalai Lama’s wish. Several years ago, the Dalai Lama had said to Ekman, “When we wanted to get to the New World, we needed a map. So, make a map of emotions, so we can get to a calm state.”