Pathfinder
Hexagram 16 Soaring
The model of the moment: Your spirit can sometimes chafe at the restrictions imposed upon it by daily routines and duties, child. The old adage about us not living by bread alone is very true. This is a time to find and experience the simple joys in life. The course usually recommended for such times: Occasionally we must loosen the reins on our souls and let them fly free of our usual concerns. How can this be done? Look to nature. Listen to music. Immerse yourself in grand visions of the future, whether they be your own, or someone else's. Seek out new companions, child. Follow the path of least resistance. Dance and song and walks in the rain can be invigorating. Loosen your collar, let your hair down, and relax. The most fortunate of us manage to find livelihoods that we enjoy immensely. And often become the best in those fields as a result of this total harmony between our interests and our jobs. Soaring describes the feeling of this idea; but harmony speaks of the process behind it. Overanalyzing things at this time would be counterproductive; allow your natural spontaneity to gush forth, instead.
Fixed (no changing lines);
This is a plateau process or event; the given model will hold true for an extended period of time. Attempts to manipulate events away from the present course could prove frustrating and fruitless, until destiny is satisfied. Consider the following as well as the above: You crave new fuel to feed the flame of your spirit. Open yourself to those around you. Base your decisions on your natural inclinations. Do what is easiest. Let the music around you move you. This will bring you that which you need.
Changing Lines:
1
Your ambitions are excessive, and will bring you disaster if not controlled. Public displays of misconduct can be damaging.
2
Take care that you do not confuse fantasy with reality. Reckless enthusiasm does not necessarily bring success to a venture. Carefully walk the tightrope between determination and flexibility.
3
Awareness that unrealistic goals can doom an endeavor to failure can allow you to better direct your energies. The first requirement of feasibility is: can you maintain diligence in your efforts long enough to complete the proposed task? Something like a college degree may require years. Such goals demand unrelenting commitment.
4
You can attain your goal if you approach it with true desire, enthusiasm, and persist to its completion.
5
Accept the fact that others have skills and talents that allow them to make contributions you cannot. Delegate appropriate portions of the work to be done to the enthusiastic and energetic factions of your group.
6
Has enthusiasm degenerated into delirium? Illusions must be recognized for what they are in order for a return to safety to be affected. Fortunately you are not in danger at the moment.
When all lines are changing;
You are in need of a new source of enthusiasm, even if only in the form of a break from your responsibilities. Indulge in the moment.