When I find myself bombarded and swirling in a sea of apparent chaos - having a hard time getting a grip or a good read on my next step - I grab 3 pennies, throw them to the ground and consult "The Book of Changes." Its wisdom and guidance is always straight forward and clear.
THE THROW -
Hexagram 54 - KUEI MEI - THE MARRYING MAIDEN.
Undertakings bring misfortune.
Nothing that would further.
A girl who is taken into the family, but not as the chief wife, must behave with special caution and reserve. She must not take it upon herself to supplant the mistress of the house, for that would mean disorder.
Do not attempt to excel at your work, attempts to get ahead will be disastrous. Trying to attain desires now leads to compromising your self.
Use your energy to strengthen your inner vision. Hold on to what is enduring. Cling to the ideal.
CHANGING TO:
Hexagram 34 - TA CHUAN - THE POWER OF THE GREAT.
A time when inner worth mounts with great force and comes to power. But its strength has passed beyond the median line, so there is danger that one may rely entirely on one’s own power and forget to ask what is right. There is also danger that, being intent on movement, we may not wait for the right time.
This is a truly great power that does not degenerate into mere force but remains inwardly united with the principles of right and of justice.
When we understand that greatness and justice must be indissolubly united – we understand the true meaning of all that happens in heaven and on earth.
Through contemplation you have opened higher doors for yourself. Proceed with wisdom, hand in hand, mind in mind, soul in soul with Source.
My 2 favorite versions The I Ching - A Guide to Life's Turning Points and I Ching Workbook
Namaste,
C H E Z
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