Material gain or physical and financial success. Honor: Public recognition, fame, or social status. Praise: Admiration or flattery from those around us. Pleasure: Physical and mental gratification or comfort. The Four Adverse Winds
The essence of the "Eight Winds" teaching is not to avoid these experiences—which is impossible—but to develop the inner strength to remain by them. Nichiren writes that "Worthy persons deserve to be called so because they are not carried away by the eight winds". 8 Winds
These are the negative conditions that people tend to fear and avoid: Material or physical loss and disadvantage. Disgrace: Public humiliation or loss of status. Censure: Criticism, blame, or disparagement from others. Suffering: Physical or mental pain and hardship. Core Philosophy: Equanimity Material gain or physical and financial success