#18 : Trouble
Life always gives you a little bit of trouble to deal with, along with all of the other blessings.
Provide for difficulties. Duality implies Trouble. Examine both sides of the equation. Solve problems with imagination. Resolve contradictions with insight. Peace comes from within.
Recognize Limitations. Be Loving. Share water from the Well. Do not yield to Oppression. Be decisive, and take action. Get rid of problem people.
Trouble is merely turbulence in the streams of Time.
The Image
Feel what is going on. Recognize the time for action. Be clear about your goals. Maintain emotional harmony.
The Inside
Greed is not becoming upon one who seeks respect. Misfortune! Be patient. The Butterfly stretches its wings. Consolidate your position, and work on what is currently possible. Look ahead. The Butterfly looks around. You must choose between a creative or a destructive way of life before moving on. Be aware! Do not assume authority without general consent. Be realistic. Release yourself from mistaken attitudes and beliefs. Good fortune. Do not start a fight when your defenses are down. Make secure the friendships that you have instead. No blame.
The Outside
The Bees stay inside the hive. Concentrate upon internal work, because there are days when it is better not to get out of bed at all. Meditate. Relationships should be symbiotic rather than parasitic. Pay Attention! Persevere on the Path, despite a lack of recognition or encouragement. Look ahead. Success comes after difficulties are resolved. Be patient and persevering! In crucial situations success comes when the troops are led by experienced leaders. Get wise! The Bees can sting. It takes bravery and cunning to avoid violence while protecting the community from trouble. No blame.
The Lines
Top : The Butterfly sees in all directions. The Bees can sting. Trouble captures those who refuse to see what is happening. Misfortune!
5 : The Butterfly glides around turbulence. If you bend with the situation, trouble will not overwhelm you. Get wise!
4 : The Butterfly takes off. Clearly, in a time of trouble, you must ask for help. Be sensible.
3 : The Butterfly looks around. You must choose between a creative or a destructive way of life before moving on. Be aware!
2 : The Butterfly stretches its wings. Be patient. consolidate your position, and work on what is currently possible. Look ahead.
1 : The Butterfly emerges from its cocoon. The Bees stay inside the hive. Do not make a habit of expecting everything to go wrong. Think!
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