I find it interesting to look at the relationship between the basic emotions and Maslow&#x27;s need theory. So for instance, if you think something is about to happen that runs strongly contrary to one of your vital needs, I suppose you will feel fear. If you see one of your basic needs being well-met, pleasure. If you think someone is acting contrary to one of you needs, you will tend to feel anger. Disgust seems to be when you think something is happening contrary to your need to avoid disease and poisons. In terms of Ekman&#x27;s concepts, I am trying to explain the various triggers.<p>Is calm a state of mind where you sit back and look at what is happening, good or bad?  Maybe someone who knows something about Buddhism could explain what the Dali Lama means when he uses this term.