#58 : Waiting
Waiting gathers power while seeking opportunity.
The Image
Make things happen. Rise to the occasion. Understand your motives. Express Love.
The Inside
The Dragon remains calm. Do not aggravate the situation. Think! Avoid conflicts which will involve the entire neighborhood. Be smart! Let yourself be known by the work that you do. Danger and Good Fortune! End conflict by coming to your senses. Good Fortune. Do not concern yourself with quick results. Arrange your affairs for sustained growth. Get Smart! After victory wise leaders should be put into positions of authority. The camp followers should be given a bonus! Be smart.
The Outside
Your life will have no value, if you give up without trying. Misfortune. The Dragon meets a closed door. Everyone must learn how to wait. Be patient.
Budget your resources or you will experience blame. Think. The Wise listen to advice. A fool cannot learn anything from anyone. Think. It is wise to unify forces in serving the common good. Supreme Good Fortune. Consolidate your position after succeeding with leverage, then take a rest. Meditate.
The Lines
Top : Keep you mind open to the leverage that will lead you from a bad situation into a good one. Success!
5 : Learn to enjoy the company of friends in difficult times. Good Fortune.
4 : Pay attention to advice, and you will not be isolated in the midst of struggle. Strive for clarity. Think!
3 : Do not act rashly. Exercise caution, and you may still save the situation. Be Aware!
2 : The Dragon listens without comment. Avoid conflict, and cultivate internal strength. Meditate.
1 : Persevere in creative projects for as long as the situation permits. Follow the Path of Truth. Be Real.
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