Pathfinder
Hexagram 58 Encouragement
The model of the moment: The watering of plants, gentle care of pets, nurturing of young children, and care of the sick or injured are all behaviors we take for granted. But oftentimes we overlook healthy adults in our dispensation of loving care. Yet they too are living beings, and crave warmth, help, and encouragement from their companions, just as much as any other. Let us not forget that upon the more healthy and robust of us falls the burden of producing enough wealth to support both ourselves and all the rest, either directly or indirectly. This responsibility, in the form of a job, business, or other work, can wear upon us in many of the same ways as sickness upon the ill. It absorbs our best efforts and demands still more. Therefore even the healthiest and strongest among us may fall prey to inadequate attention and support from his or her companions. There is a simple remedy to this; the open and sincere encouragement of others. The course usually recommended for such times: Don't withhold your support from another simply because they appear healthy and self-sufficient. Gently encourage them with cheerfulness, openness, and a positive attitude. And more. Help them where and when you can, when they appear overly taxed ( but don't make a nuisance of yourself ) . This is meant to be more an opening of your arms to your coworkers, family, or friends, than any great undertaking. And you might be surprised at what you get in return.
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: Success comes from strong and open relationships. Independence at this time is not recommended.
Changing Lines:
1
Being sympathetic to others will give strength to your words and draw attention to them. Confidence brings good fortune and reduced stress.
2
Sincerity often minimizes misunderstandings, and reduces the waste of personal time and energy.
3
Trouble often comes of too much talk. Yet few can resist the temptation to tell all they know to anyone who is willing to listen.
4
You are sorely tempted by an inferior element. Don't give in.
5
Remember that even the meekest among us can be pushed too far. A person ( or animal) with nothing left to lose is one of the most dangerous creatures on Earth. Inanimate objects too will fail once their breaking point is reached; as in an over burdened bridge, for example. There is a dangerous temptation here to push someone or something too far. Self-defense calls for greater discrimination in your decisions.
6
Your inner strength is at a low ebb. This makes you acutely vulnerable to the vagaries of external opinion and chance. Personal happiness is an elusive goal under such conditions.
When all lines are changing;
The encouragement of others is best done by actions, not words. If someone becomes overburdened and you are free to help, do so. If someone is weakened by discouragement and you have a perspective that might help, or even just a joke to lighten the moment, share it.