#40 : Adversity
Adversity is the test of character.
The Image
Light up the Earth. Know your own feelings. Avoid rigidity. Follow the Way of Nature.
The Inside
Recognize a good thing when you have it! Pay Attention! The Dragon maintains confidence. A positive attitude encourages a harmonious outcome. Good Luck! Cooperate with people who have helped you out of difficulties. Good Fortune. Make no mistake. Refrain from idle competition with your neighbors. Grow up. A Dragon's judgement is wise & fair, because it springs from a Universal viewpoint, & the Reality of the situation. Speak the Truth without fear. No blame. If you lose your head, then you may have lost it all! Misfortune!
The Outside
It will be easy, if you do it quickly. Get Moving! Maintain peace by working with people, rather than by competing with them. Pay attention. It is difficult to choose between Spiritual and Material values. In your Heart you know what you must do. Think! Plan, and wait until the ruler asks for your assistance. Be patient. The Dragon makes the laws simple and fair. Organize your life according to natural universal principles. Be Real! A simple clear form is the fullness of grace.
The Lines
Top : The end of adversity comes, when evil destroys itself. Misfortune.
5 : The Crazy Dragon slips through the net! Keep them laughing, and don't let them know what you are doing. Good Luck!
4 : Realize when there is nothing you can do to improve a situation, and leave quietly. Pay attention.
3 : Do not overreact, when you have an unexpected victory. Be moderate while re-establishing order. Be fair.
2 : Concentrate upon recovery, and save what you can, after an unexpected accident. No blame.
1 : Refrain for the time being, from criticizing things as they are. Be aware.
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