Pathfinder
Hexagram 26 Influence
The model of the moment: The time is ripe for the mapping out of new and substantial ventures. A significant store of knowledge, wealth, or trust has been accumulated, and is now ready for investment. The course usually recommended for such times: You now command significant resources, child. Don't waste them on unworthy or shortsighted goals. Also take care not to bargain away your advantage in negotiations. Many a person has lost the upper hand to artful negotiators, who themselves many times had nothing to offer but subterfuge.
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: Take action! This is a rare time; do not waste it. The only cautionary note is that the results of your actions may be larger than you expect. You are well prepared to carry things off successfully, as long as you do not act foolishly.
Changing Lines:
1
Newly arisen problems endanger your progress. Halt your advance to avoid peril from unpreparedness. Study the obstacles and plan for circumventing them.
2
Forces beyond your control confront your advance. Stop to avoid disaster.
3
Think ahead, and prepare for different contingencies. Act aggressively against your opposition.
4
Your ability to anticipate problems brings you great good fortune.
5
Your preparations not only protect you well from adversity, but also bring unexpected side benefits.
6
This particular time of restraint on your progress is over. You can now use the prodigious strength you have gathered to advance.
When all lines are changing;
You possess a significant store of potential influence now. Do not waste it on trivial matters.