1. THE RECEPTIVE
There is no weakness associated with this card. It represents pure and integrated creative power, bringing into movement all things in the universe and human life. A time under this sign is full of inspiration and energy, leading to inner growth and worldly success. Use the fortune of destiny with intelligence and foresight. Ensure that your actions also serve to bring good fortune, happiness, and prosperity to your fellow human beings. Don't waste your creative powers on unplanned activities. Sometimes, it is even better to do nothing at all. Now you can achieve even your highest goals.
You need to organize your powers, behave honestly, and remain stable. The more trust you have in your own powers, the stronger you will become.
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You overestimate your own creative power and want to achieve too much at once. If you don't pause for breath and scrutinize your desires, you will lose your sense of life's realities and the trust of your fellow men.
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Whether deciding in favor of the spiritual or worldly path, you find yourself in harmony with the wholeness of life. Your influence upon your surroundings is growing. Someone will seek your advice.
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You must make a decision now. Do you want to serve the community with your creative strength or choose to cultivate your individuality? Follow your intention, and you will find the correct way by yourself.
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A new sphere of activity will open up. Power and success will have an attractive effect on your fellow men. But take care! Pride comes before a fall. Hold onto your ideals with all your strength.
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A benevolent, helping power is beginning to take effect. Someone of enormous benefit to you appears in your immediate environment. This person easily succeeds in having a positive influence upon others. A lot can be achieved together.
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Creative power remains in hiding. The correct time has not yet come to act upon your intentions. Hold out for the right time and try to keep in the background until then.
2. ACCEPTANCE
This site stands for the receptive and dedicated force of nature. Nature brings forth all creatures, bringing good as well as evil, whilst preserving in equal portions the balance of give and take. Try to understand this play of nature, integrate it into your life, and act in accordance with it. Accept your destiny joyously.
This will strengthen your life-force and reaffirm your character, but you must also conform to the community. In the midst of all this activity, you should not forget to put your own life in order. Create space for yourself in order to take stock and be able to contemplate a future course in life. Luck will be on your side if you successfully marry dynamic strength with dedication and sensitivity.
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Darkness desires illicitly to usurp the place of light. It is trying to rule instead of serving. Both sides suffer losses in a battle.
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If you wish to take a more leading but dependent position, you must act precisely and with more restraint. Your abilities will be recognized, and you will win through.
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A hazardous time. Take care, measure your strength. Whether you act alone or with others is up to you. Avoid confrontation.
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Concentrate on your daily tasks instead of seeking worldly fame. Your talents will develop sublimely and gradually gain recognition.
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Nature tolerates all creatures, and this is where its greatness and power lie. Be sincere and candid. Success will be a natural consequence.
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Failure threatens if you overlook the first visible signs of decline. But by recognizing them, you can counteract the negative with positive things.
3. DIFFICULT BEGINNINGS
This sign stands for intense, chaotic fullness and the excessive struggle for complexity in vulnerable relationships. Here, too, lies your chance. If you remain true to your principles, you will master this difficult period and learn how to make use of it. It is crucial to work tirelessly to bring order to the confusion. Try not to force things. Accept great change even if it is accompanied by growing pains. Have faith that future order lies in the confusion of a new beginning. This does not mean waiting passively for everything to happen; rather, you should actively deal with it using motivation and measured force. You will then achieve a satisfactory result.
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Whether you want to realize it or not, you have lost your perspective. Now you must do more work on yourself. Otherwise, you will soon come to regret your passivity. Take a chance on a new beginning!
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You are not succeeding in getting your ideas across to others. You can therefore only work towards improvement quietly and by taking one step at a time.
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The time has come to act, but you lack sufficient strength. It is not weakness but a mark of inner strength to overcome your pride and not to lash out at someone offering help.
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You face a mountain of obstacles and need advice from someone with experience. But don't try to hide behind someone and thereby shy away from difficulties. Adapt your wishes to the real world.
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Problems and obstacles wherever you look! This is not the time to be making momentous decisions. Help that is offered may easily become a restrictive obligation. Better to wait for more manageable conditions.
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No sooner do you begin than you collide with another obstacle. Try not to force matters, but don't lose sight of your goal. Seek support. A modest approach helps in this.
4. INEXPERIENCE
You find yourself in a position where personal experience is of no further help. Remember: life is a process of constant growth and change. Without a disposition for learning and adaptability, there is a danger of stagnation. Admit to your own helplessness and seek an adviser who can provide further assistance. Accept the advice even when you are unable to see the reasoning. And don't fight it—otherwise, your adviser could abandon you when help is most needed. You may possibly suffer an identity crisis. Accept your feelings. See the situation as providing the seed for further development.
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Those who won't listen must be prepared to suffer the consequences. Your incorrigibility carries its own repercussions. You will be led back onto the right track.
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An inexperienced person will not regret being prepared to accept advice.
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You are losing yourself in an unreal dream world. Disappointment will inevitably follow if you prove unwilling to learn. The only saving grace lies in the fact that disappointment can inspire a desire for change.
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A weak person imitating someone strong loses all individuality of character. Nothing is achieved without strength of character.
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You possess the wisdom and power to understand the inadequacies of human beings. Your sympathy and intuition enable you to do this.
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You are not approaching the task with the earnestness it deserves. As a consequence, you will achieve little. Those who gamble with life make little progress, and those who ask too much of themselves paralyze their own strength.
5. THE WAITING
This sign indicates that you have to face a danger ahead which you cannot control. Try to remain calm and not succumb to your fear. Waiting need not mean helplessly hoping. Use this time to recognize the fundamental elements of your life honestly. Become aware of your strengths and weaknesses, and in doing so, develop the strength to meet future challenges.
You need to save your strength now by remaining calm and serene. Live in the here and now. Replace your doubts and worries with certainty, and create an atmosphere in which trust and self-confidence can grow.
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The period of waiting has not yet passed. You should accept the inevitable. When things seem desperate, help will come along. Everything turns out well if you gratefully accept it.
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The danger is not yet over, but there is a quiet pause. Use the time to gain perspective. Enjoy it, but don't lose sight of your goal. There is still much to be done.
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You find yourself in difficulty. This situation can become extremely dangerous. Whatever you may try to do merely leads to a deterioration in matters. Take stock and let fate run its course. It is the only means of exorcising the danger.
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By behaving rashly, you have squandered your strength and now stand at the mercy of your opponents. Only extreme caution can save you now.
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Difficulties are drawing nearer. Remain calm if you are the subject of gossip. Trying to defend yourself would only lend unnecessary weight to certain senseless accusations.
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The danger is still far off. Don't allow yourself to be unsettled by dark premonitions. Everything is still all right. Deal with problems as they arise. Trying to solve them now would only expend energy unnecessarily.
6. CONFLICT
This is no time for ambitious plans. Inner or external difficulties only stand in the way of their realization. Avoid confrontation of any sort and guard against deception or force. You need to enlist the help of an impartial figure trusted by both sides to forestall a battle being fought to the bitter end. Important matters should be left for the time being. At present, you are not gaining the optimum effect. But even if you know that your opinion is right, you should still make compromises. Remember that those involved can only see one side of the coin. This must be kept in mind from the outset to avoid misunderstanding.
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Maintain the upper hand if you are prepared to see the dispute through to the end. But this victory brings no peace, as it is always challenged. The result is endless conflict.
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Look for a person of sufficient strength and authority who can judge the matter impartially. The decision will pass in your favor if you are right.
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You are unhappy with your situation. You could secure advantages for yourself because a weaker opponent is involved. But your sense of dignity and justice allows you to forego them. You become calm, regain inner peace, and ultimately succeed.
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Remain in the background of things, even if this means foregoing honor and approval. The values you acquire can never be taken from you. Personal development is more important now than worldly success.
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Your opponent is superior. There is no shame in retreating from a one-sided battle to avoid negative consequences.
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At the outset of a conflict, it is always possible to reach a settlement without loss of face. Avoid altercation with a stronger opponent even when you feel you are in the right. Ultimately, everything will turn out for the better.
7. COLLECTIVE FORCE
The struggle against an external opponent or a part of yourself always involves an element of risk. If you want to win, you must deploy all your strength, as any good commander would do. Victory requires iron discipline, good perspective, and strategic skill. Perseverance and a sense of justice are prerequisites for maintaining control of the situation. Keep in mind the power of human feelings and needs. Remain courageous and understanding, and through this, foster a sense of unity among your allies.
First of all, you should scrupulously and impartially ascertain whether the struggle is just and necessary. Perhaps the desired outcome could be achieved with patience and frankness.
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Victory is possible. All those involved are subsequently rewarded according to their efforts, but consider the character of each one. Causing trouble could undo the good work.
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Don't be afraid to defend a just cause. But you require an experienced adviser to prevent the struggle from degenerating into senseless aggression.
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In a hopeless conflict, it is a sign of courage and strength to fall back instead of destroying yourself and your family in a senseless battle.
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The conflict lacks leadership and clarity. Beware of incompetence and infighting. This could be the shortest course to failure.
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When leading others into battle, you should share joy as well as sorrow with them. Friendly and kind behavior motivates your companions.
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There should be good grounds for taking up arms. Once you have made the decision, you should be disciplined and carry out your resolve with all your might. Failure threatens through indecision.
8. COHESION
Humans are individuals with different inclinations, problems, and standards. But we are all alike in our longing for togetherness, which provides us with an inner homeland. And so, too, you need like-minded company. Don't hesitate too long! Important experiences in life will elude you if you miss the right moment by arriving too late. Furthermore, your personal scope for action will remain limited.
Consider the responsibilities involved when you believe that you are able to lead others. Think carefully about whether you possess the right attributes. Otherwise, you will merely create confusion. It is only possible to speak of a cohesive community when each member of the group feels accepted by it.
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If you hesitate much longer, you are going to miss the boat. Remorse is worthless when it comes too late! Try to find out where the source of your hesitation lies.
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You have reached a point where you are in true harmony with a person or group. All your difficulties can be solved in an atmosphere of mutual respect and reciprocal support.
Your relationship with an influential person is filled with promise. Prove your loyalty but keep an eye on your independence.
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You are presently not in the best of company. Avoid close relationships and remain open to new things. This will keep your reputation intact.
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Keep a tight grip on your moral convictions and maintain your dignity. Those who seek accord at any cost poison the waters of their own well.
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You must be open and sincere to establish true friendship. People will then come to you freely, and together you will enjoy success.
9. THE POWER OF THE MEEK TO TAME
You find yourself in a frustrating position in which, despite your effort and good work, you cannot realize plans and ideals. Too much resistance and too many difficulties stand in your way. There is hope of overcoming the limitations, but you must tread carefully, taking one step at a time. This is not the time to make a breakthrough. React with measure and sympathy. Avoid aggressive behavior of any kind. You can only manage the desired effect by using friendly persuasion and maintaining a steady grip on your goals.
Develop your own character and try to raise your personal standing. If you are resolved in yourself and adaptable to the outside world, you will attain your goal and enjoy ultimate success.
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You have reached your goal through persistence and rigorous attention to detail. But take care! Don't labor under the illusion that it will always be like this. Misfortune threatens if you try to force things before the time is ripe.
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The power of each individual grows when two people mutually complement one another. Happiness that is shared is happiness doubled. You are on the right track.
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If you remain unselfish and sincere, your advice will find open ears. Gradually, you are overcoming your own inhibitions, increasing in competence, and making fewer and fewer mistakes.
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Believing that obstacles are easily overcome, you are trying to achieve results too forcibly. The meek still keep the stronger in check. If you don't watch out, you will collide with a barrage of obstacles and once again regret overestimating yourself.
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You want to act, but you realize how others before you have failed. Therefore, it is better to be restrained. A temporary retreat will ultimately contribute to success.
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Trying to achieve a breakthrough will only lead to failure now. If you withdraw to the second line of defense, you can determine the right time to go back on the offensive yourself.
10. CONDUCT
Whether you accomplish success or steer a course to disaster depends entirely on your own behavior. Maintain your sense of dignity and propriety in dealings with people. By doing so, your authority will remain unassailable to the envious and malcontent.
Think carefully—there needs to be an overall change in values before fair differences in rank can be established. Develop your own feeling of self-esteem to correspond to your abilities. Try to think positively. Work toward establishing communication with others in a way that develops feelings. Then you will also contribute to the realization of your own plans.
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You need look no further than the results of your actions to judge how successful the past has been. You know what the future will bring based on the impression you make.
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You need to act resolutely to realize your plans. Restrain yourself, be conscious of the dangers involved, and work steadfastly ahead.
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You are in the middle of a dangerous undertaking. Inner strength and a cautious manner will ensure your ultimate success. Everything will turn out well.
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You lack the necessary strength for ambitious plans. Every overestimation of yourself harbors a danger. You can only be proud of yourself when you are prepared to sacrifice yourself without reservation for a higher cause.
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Problems only spare those who are modest and do not allow themselves to be blinded by temptation and allure.
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Your role may seem insignificant, but you can make much of it if you keep within your limits.
11. PEACE
This is the beginning of a period of harmony with yourself and your surroundings. You experience a "heaven on earth." Now is the time to strive for ideals.
Instead of mutual distrust, you find prevailing benevolence in your surroundings. Hindrances can be gradually brought to an end. Use this period to save your energy for actions that will bear fruit, both for yourself and others. Simply everything thrives in times of inner peace.
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The change is underway. Don't oppose your destiny—it is inexorably running its course. Any attempt to avert what must happen is fruitless. Contemplate and strengthen the ties between yourself and your nearest and dearest.
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When the strong and the weak join and mutually complement one another, happiness and success are granted to both.
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The strong and weak draw near to one another in mutual trust. This inner approach brings advantages to both.
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Wilting follows the bloom of every flower. The law of terrestrial life involves constant change. Do not allow this to unsettle you—have confidence in your strength. It is superior to every external destiny.
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It is of special importance to remain patient now. A calculated risk should not be excluded when long-term results are kept in view. Be on your guard against favoritism.
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In times of growth and prosperity, people come to you of their own accord. Your activities will be crowned with success if you keep their well-being in mind.
12. LULL
This sign is the opposite of the previous one. Where once there was nourishment, there is now decline and cessation. Trouble-free communication seems to have become impossible. Even your best ideas and most altruistic advice meet rejection and distrust. You struggle to bring about change. Whatever you do, say, or want just throws a spanner in the works. It is possible that doubt is cast upon your best intentions.
You have to understand that this is the way things are at the moment. The cleverest thing to do during a lull is to retreat and work ahead quietly. Don't have self-doubts. Hold your trump card up your sleeve and use it at the right moment. Believe that this phase will pass and that you will emerge from it strengthened.
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Even bad times don't last forever, but you alone can end them. An opportunity to do this will soon present itself. Summon up all your creative strength and remain true to yourself.
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The pressure eases, but periods of transition bring their own special problems. Only prudence and sensitivity can ensure your future success.
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The lull is on the wane. If you sincerely seek harmony with the totality of life, then you will find it inside yourself. But disharmony is inevitable if you merely seek personal gain.
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Holding the whip hand does not necessarily mean knowing how to handle your own strength. You prove that you can handle responsibility by remaining self-critical.
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The weak follow those who promise them help. The strong accept the lull without surrendering to anyone. They reflect upon their strength and affirm their character.
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You cannot change the situation without betraying your principles. By being reserved, you spare yourself unnecessary worry. You find fulfillment by preserving your humanity and developing your character.
13. COMMUNION WITH HUMANITY
Complete togetherness with humanity is only possible if you share a common goal and everyone is free to develop individual talents. Only then can harmony rule and yield a sense of unity.
If you wish or are requested to take on responsibility in a team or group, you should ask yourself honestly whether you possess sufficient strength and clarity of thought for the task. A sense of justice, social awareness, and organizational skills are further essentials for the job. Support the objectives of your group unconditionally and ensure the equal rights of each participant. This is not the time to make a name for yourself on your own terms.
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Through force of circumstance, it may be necessary to join a group without totally agreeing with its aims; you make no mistakes if your intentions are sincere.
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The situation is dangerous, and you are testing your limitations. Make your feelings known in order to find assistance. Difficult times are subsequently better mastered.
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Differing approaches hinder the convergence of viewpoints. However, reason ultimately prevails, and a common denominator is found. Tolerance and patience are key.
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Distrust and rivalry reign within the community. Egoism leads to the alienation of group members from each other. The result is stagnation. Pause for a moment to redefine the basis for your cooperation.
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Selfish behavior endangers the community. A group that disintegrates into rival factions loses all credibility and effectiveness. In the long term, this results in the failure of all plans.
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You are among people who pursue similar goals to your own. No one occupies a privileged position, and communication is free and open. If there is a common goal, you will enjoy success.
14. POSSESSION OF GREATNESS
"Possession of Greatness" is a gift from fate. This sign heralds material wealth and worldly success. Both freely come about on their own accord, but how you handle this gift is crucial.
Practice humility. Keep in mind the well-being of your fellow human beings. This will support your own intentions as well. Pride and competitiveness could damage your own reputation and personal development. Build upon your positive attributes. Preserve your self-discipline and strength of character. Then, you will achieve remarkable things in this phase.
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Happiness and success accompany you, but don't get carried away. Don't forget that others have helped you too. Your fellow men appreciate it, and you will benefit from that.
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Your sincerity and generosity win you the hearts of others. Be careful that relationships don't become too narrow. This could undermine your authority.
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Beware of jealousy and envy, and try not to trump or outdo other people. You remain faultless by concentrating on your own task.
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Generous people allow others a share in everything they themselves enjoy. In this way, they meet with everyone's recognition. Egotistical people are incapable of sharing and suffer as a result.
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You have at your disposal the means to realize ambitious plans. You find capable and competent people to assist you.
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Your strong position has not been questioned until now. As a result, it was easier to avoid mistakes, but you are just beginning. Stay on a direct course to success without impatience and pride.
15. MODESTY
All things strive for balance and moderation. No sooner does the sun reach its zenith than it inevitably sets upon its path toward sunset. Once the moon becomes full, it again begins to wane. This law applies to human life as well. But we mortals possess free will and can determine for ourselves whether we promote creative or destructive forces.
Wiser people seek balance instead. They take from excess and add to the deficient. They show understanding instead of displaying their power over lesser beings. Try to create balanced relationships within yourself and your surroundings. If you succeed in finding inner balance and allowing it to manifest externally, you will feel in harmony with the totality of life and its all-encompassing power.
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True modesty is reflected in the overall behavior of people. Don't look for the cause of your troubles in others. You can only have a positive effect on your environment by taking full responsibility for your life and ensuring harmony within yourself.
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Even modesty and honorable restraint have their limits. In order to achieve your aims, it is sometimes necessary to push yourself into the foreground or resort to drastic measures. But don't exploit your power over others. Remain objective and don't get carried away.
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Don't abuse the trust of others. Express your recognition of their merits clearly. Move modestly and unobtrusively in social circles and preserve your inner balance.
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Through persistence and determined action, you receive great credit. But don't let yourself be blinded by success. Remain moderate and unassuming, and people will happily assist you in meeting your aims.
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If you remain conscious of your own limitations, it will show in your behavior. You create the foundation of trust upon which your influence and reputation increase. In this sense, persistence attracts success.
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Modesty and unpretentious behavior help you to realize ambitious plans successfully. This attitude clears the path of much opposition.
16. ENTHUSIASM
This sign advises you to move like a stream, always seeking the simplest course and adapting to the most diverse conditions. Endeavor to act in tune with cosmic harmony and your own inner nature.
There are fixed laws in your personal surroundings by which you must live. These are the preconditions for bringing about loyalty and willing cooperation.
New ideas come to fruition when people are enthusiastic about them. This is always the case if the common aim aligns with fundamental human needs and the governing climate fosters cooperation and trust. Everyone will benefit from it. You will continue to develop individually through a harmony of body, mind, and spirit. Rely upon your own inner voice.
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Your enthusiasm threatens to turn into complacency. You are seeking success at any price. Fortunately, you are still reasonable enough to instigate change. This allows hope for a fresh start.
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External difficulties and inner obstacles undermine your motivation, but a lack of enthusiasm is not necessarily a disadvantage at present. Ask yourself what you really want. By doing so, you avoid rash behavior.
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You have the self-confidence and enthusiasm now at your disposal to win support for your plans. Have faith that your helpers will give their best. You will be successful together.
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You are in the process of losing your self-confidence and independence. By looking up to others too much, you lose your own creative energy. Act now, and you can still achieve something.
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You don't fall victim to illusions. Others may let the applause cloud their vision, but you recognize reality clearly. Avoid taking sides if misunderstandings arise. In this way, you maintain your sovereignty and overall respect.
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You are proud to be in close contact with an important person. However, unless the motivation is there and a personal opportunity beckons, you will founder on the rocks.
17. EMULATION / ADAPTATION
In the ancient Chinese text, this sign is synonymous with autumn. All life adapts to the yearly cycle—decay follows creation.
You achieve your goals insofar as you keep reality in mind and do not go against the grain of fate with misplaced opposition. Be peaceful and open-minded. Do not waste your energy struggling against beliefs that cannot be changed. Only those who are honest find the strength to lead others. If you proceed with trickery and force, you will achieve little except resistance. Look closely at your own ideas and values. Bring them into harmony with your environment.
You will go further if you set aside preconceptions and outdated views.
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Don't frantically seek self-advantage. Help others and let them profit from your experiences. This contributes to the success of your own endeavors.
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You need a higher ideal for which you are prepared to make a sacrifice. If you wish others well, it will reflect kindly upon you.
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You are surrounded by sycophants who are merely seeking self-advantage. You remain spiritually free and independent of external forces only if you can resist adulation.
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Consider the past as gone. Take a chance on a new beginning! Your persistent work on yourself will bear fruit.
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Examine your goals and relationships. Are they beneficial to your development, or do they lead you astray? A bad influence can undermine friendships with generous people who could strengthen the good in you.
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Always learn from others, regardless of whether they are considered friend or foe, but do not abandon your own convictions.
18. REPAIR
If your question concerns a precarious situation, then it has been all your own doing. Not fate, but rather your own tardiness and indifference have gotten you into this predicament. Only you can get yourself out of it now. Do the problems appear insurmountable? Don't worry. If you admit to your own mistakes and don't shun harder (inner) tasks, then you can soon turn over a new leaf. So look to the future with confidence.
Those things that have been corrupted by people can be healed again by people. But you should finally cast off particular behavioral patterns that have caused self-defeat time and again.
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You must not speak disparagingly about others even if you feel you do not need them. By creating harmony between yourself and the outside world, you are working within your personal framework for a better world.
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Important changes are long overdue, but you are too afraid to instigate them. You therefore have to seek support and effect this change with the help of other people.
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Mistakes and oversights in the past are now taking their toll. The situation will deteriorate further, and failure will become unavoidable if you stand by idly.
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You are trying with all your strength to correct the errors of the past and to take a new direction, but in doing so, you are overlooking causes of annoyance. Eventually, everything will turn out for the better.
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You are trying to sort out the cause of your problems. Show consideration for others and avoid sounding too brusque. It would be a mistake to hurt someone close to you.
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Cast off an old habit that restricts and hinders your progress. You are only at the beginning of the difficulties, but changes are still easily made. Remain aware of the fact that all change involves an element of risk.
19. APPROACH
This sign promises a period in which your abilities and performance will find recognition. You enjoy strong charisma, and your influence grows. You therefore win the support of others for your ideas and goals.
Your personal relationships are under a lucky star as well. If you are considerate and tolerant, you will be able to establish a new partnership or consolidate an existing one. This will be helpful whenever a bad phase returns.
Use this favorable period to make personal progress. If you succeed in integrating the insights you have acquired through experience, then openness and enthusiasm can contribute to a new and positive approach to life. Keep in mind that you should maintain a grip on the situation by preparing yourself for great changes.
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An independent person can give you good advice. This person is willing to help and lets you profit from a wealth of personal experience. It will be useful if you heed this advice.
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You need to find a comrade-in-arms who can work independently. Stay in the background rather than interfere unnecessarily. In this way, you are most likely to achieve what you want.
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You have reached a good position through personal commitment. Steer clear of prejudice and partiality, and the future is yours.
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A better situation is in store for you. But don't become overconfident or careless and foolish. Any obstacles still in your path are fundamentally of your own making.
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You find recognition and support. Your future holds promise. The art of living is to take into consideration the fluctuating nature of all earthly forces while still enjoying yourself.
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Your ideas will find recognition. Thanks to the presence of capable helpers, you are able to realize your plans. Success beckons if you consider other people and remain true to yourself.
20. OBSERVATION
This sign has a double meaning. On the one hand, it signifies that you are observing something closely; on the other, it means that you yourself are being observed and standing in the spotlight.
By observing cosmic laws, knowledge is gained that affects everyday life down to the finest detail. These laws grant great power to the one who understands and knows how to use them.
Such a person possesses true leadership qualities by using intuition and sensitivity instead of force. Use this valuable time to try out new ideas and alter those that have become outdated.
Trust is created by your efforts to do justice to people and relationships and through trying to understand them in their respective contexts. Your open attitude will create unity and harmony in personal relationships.
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You have left narrow structures behind you and can now look at your life without merely focusing upon yourself. By not being tied down by everyday events, you recognize the laws of life and how to act correctly.
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Look at the effect your actions have upon other people. This provides a measure of yourself. When your actions prove to have a positive effect, then you can be satisfied with your own life as well.
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You know how to get on and succeed. Look for a field of activity in which you feel at ease. You will progress through an understanding of overall contexts and a lucky hand in dealing with people.
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You gain objectivity by overcoming egotistic and narcissistic dreams. Self-knowledge is not just based upon an exploration of the inner self but also upon understanding how you affect others.
You suffer from the delusions of a subjective, single-sided perspective. If you don't want to become more distant from people, then you will have to come down from your high horse. You will only understand people's motives if you cease seeing yourself as the center of things.
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You are obsessed with trivialities and fail to recognize the core of the problem. Try to understand the situation as part of a greater whole and in its real significance for your life.
21. STRUGGLING
You are severely hindered by an outside obstacle or as a result of a destructive person. Don't believe that problems will merely disappear on their own accord. Instead, try to find out who or what is causing the disruption. As soon as it is found, you must alleviate it uncompromisingly and resolutely before lasting damage occurs.
Give justice a helping hand on the road to success, and don't be unwilling to point out someone's limitations. Misunderstandings and confusion pose a threat in the present situation. Clear guidelines must therefore be drawn, and reasonable arrangements made. Only then can the way be fundamentally cleared of difficulties.
Put yourself under the microscope. Inhibitions and fears are obstacles that you yourself must overcome to make progress.
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You will pay the price if you won't or can't accept the advice of others. You are on a difficult path, one that leads to disaster.
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Although the situation is obvious, a definite decision is difficult to reach. Look for the happy medium and stick to your decision once made. Your sense of responsibility saves you from error.
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You are tackling a superior opponent and facing enormous difficulties. Show resilience even when it is hard to find. Act immediately. If you show persistence and watchfulness, you will emerge the victor.
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You don't possess sufficient strength and authority to get through. You are trying with all your might to reach an honorable settlement, but your opponent is filled with hatred. However, your opponent is also paving the way to defeat.
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If you refuse to be told what to do, you will have to live with the consequences. If the penalty appears to be too harsh, it is nevertheless fair.
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You have only recently strayed from the right path and don't have to fear any grave consequences yet. You should have the desire to turn back.
22. GRACE
A time in the sign of grace affords you a view of the potential for perfection in this world. But don't confuse the beauty of its outer shape with the real basis of life.
Grace is an ornament of all forms of existence that gives us joy in daily life and enables a brief moment of pure spiritual happiness. But nothing changes merely by watching; beauty remains a fleeting moment.
Deeper insight and selfless activity are required to bring about positive changes. Seize the opportunity to refine your way of life. Give more space to your aesthetic sense and to feelings. But guard against being over-idealistic. Don't see the world through rose-colored glasses.
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You need no extravagant embellishments and embroideries in everyday life. Your simple yet rich style possesses a natural grace.
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You would like to attract the attention of a particular person, but you unconsciously entertain the idea that you have nothing to offer. You are too reserved, though. Your personal worth is certainly recognized.
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Is it sufficient for you to live your life in material well-being? The answer lies in possible doubts. You will get the most satisfaction by living in harmony with your true self.
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You recognize how grace and a romantic aura can transform human existence. Enjoy your life, but do so without complacency. Hold your ideals high and continue to pursue them steadfastly.
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You are fostering superficiality by placing more value on form rather than content. To do justice to the circumstances, be careful and far-sighted.
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You want to move ahead by dint of your own strength alone, even if an opportunity presents itself to take the path of least resistance. Nevertheless, you also feel the necessity to build upon your own strengths—and you are right to do so.
23. FRAGMENTATION
A problematic trend now appears in almost all areas of life. The negative element of being emerges and grows in strength. It can't be helped—you can only change your attitude toward it.
Accept the situation and use the time for self-reflection. Bad phases pass, just like everything else in life. You should be particularly careful in financial dealings. Arrogant behavior will endanger your position, resulting in misunderstanding and argument.
You can avoid a crisis in your love life through generosity and kindness. When the period of fragmentation is over, you will have emerged from it matured.
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The forces of fragmentation have ceased to rage, and better times return. Those who are sympathetic will find support for themselves as well. Those who merely think of themselves, however, will meet rejection by other people.
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Your situation improves. The dark, destructive forces gradually retreat, and the clear and constructive forces gain more influence. If you are willing to open up, you will find harmony, and everything will turn out all right.
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You are now paying the price for your mistakes and oversights. There is nothing more you can do to avert danger, so you must wait patiently for better times.
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You have become involved with people who exercise a damaging influence on you. Fortunately, however, there remains a strong relationship with a true friend who helps you out of the aberration.
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The situation is becoming more and more dangerous, particularly as you have hardly any help. Avoid confrontation of any sort and adapt to current circumstances. Only then can you prevent more serious consequences.
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The situation is dangerous and brimming with disaster. People scheme against you and attempt to undermine your position. You are powerless to retaliate. Nothing more can be done except to sit it out patiently.
24. TURNING POINT / RETURN
Now begins a hopeful time for renewal and growth. Nothing stands in the way of a fresh start. You can leave behind outdated views, bad habits, and negative feelings, and energetically shape your life.
Surround yourself with kind people, and together you will achieve more than you could alone. Progress is most fulfilling when made alongside people you love, and when it benefits others as well as yourself. There is no need to force anything—the improvement in your situation aligns with the natural flow of events. The best things always happen effortlessly!
Know that change has only just begun. The new influence must first grow undisturbed before proving its worth.
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You have stubbornly ignored well-intended criticism and missed the opportunity to change direction. This is unfortunate, as another chance may not come soon.
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The turning point is irrevocable. You must practice self-criticism and admit your mistakes. In doing so, you will strengthen your character.
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You are becoming aware of unhealthy relationships and feel the need to free yourself from them. Perhaps none of your friends will want to follow, so you must walk this path alone.
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Your changeability causes you to waver restlessly between good intentions and bad habits. However, by keeping your higher goals in mind, you will gradually attain greater consistency.
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To change outdated views, you must make a firm decision. Shared experiences help—making the task easier and paving the way for success.
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You cannot always make the right decision. Recognizing errors and turning back when necessary is crucial. Approach life with optimism, and everything will unfold well for you.
25. INNOCENCE / THE UNEXPECTED
Human nature is inherently good, as it is in harmony with the laws of the universe. Those who act from their hearts, without ulterior motives, embody true innocence. It is only ego-driven desires that create difficulties.
By acting spontaneously and from your inner spirit, you will discover new aspects of yourself. Life will take surprising and delightful turns. As you evolve and grow, you will inspire transformation in others as well.
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Further progress is challenging at the moment. Pure innocence alone cannot protect you from fate’s severity. Accept destiny’s decisions, as you are powerless against them.
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Misfortune is not your fault, yet you must accept it, as there is nothing you can do to change it. Better days will soon follow.
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Have faith in your inner voice and remain true to your spirit. If you do not allow yourself to be swayed by your surroundings, you will do well.
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No one is ever completely safe from innocent misfortune. The unexpected should always be considered. By maintaining a positive outlook, even difficulties can be turned to your advantage.
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Complete unfinished tasks without seeking success or recognition. This is the right attitude for realizing your plans.
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Trust your initial, spontaneous feelings when meeting someone new. You won’t be disappointed if you remain free of ulterior motives.
26. POWER OF THE GREAT TO TAME
You have gathered sufficient strength to accomplish your most ambitious plans. Take an honest and careful look at yourself and the goals you seek to achieve. If you align with the creative forces of the cosmos, you will accomplish great things and earn recognition.
This phase is too valuable to waste on trivial concerns. Use your strength wisely to bring about real change. You now have the power to inspire and motivate others.
Hidden treasures lie within your thoughts and emotions. You now possess the inner clarity and external energy to uncover them.
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All obstacles are surmountable. Your powers can now fully unfold. When you are in harmony with life’s wholeness, you can shape the world around you and achieve extraordinary success.
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Restraint and careful consideration are needed when dealing with someone who is pushy and impatient. Recognizing the underlying causes of actions is essential. Take an indirect approach and avoid direct confrontation.
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Existing challenges will ultimately aid your personal development. The strength you have gathered does not need to be spent immediately—it can grow peacefully. You will soon achieve a great victory.
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Obstacles are removed, allowing you to make steady progress. You may even find companions along the way. Stay vigilant, protect yourself from sudden disruptions, and remain focused on your goals.
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You are being restricted by forces beyond your control. The best course of action is to wait patiently. By doing so, you will gather strength to move toward your goal when the time is right.
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You wish to progress, but an obstacle stands in your way. The wisest decision is to wait until the right opportunity for action arises.
27. NOURISHMENT
This sign represents both bodily and spiritual nourishment. If you wish to judge someone, observe what they focus their attention on and what aspect of existence they cultivate.
Those who fixate on trivial matters will not be of much benefit to you. However, someone who pursues a higher purpose can offer something truly valuable. You, too, should strive to be stimulating and encouraging when interacting with others.
Pay attention to what you say and choose your words carefully. A relaxed and positive approach is the best way to strengthen your soul.
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You can act as a model for other people. Rise to the occasion and achieve great happiness for yourself and your companions.
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You wish to care for everyone and everything, but you lack the necessary strength. Seek support from a wise person and follow their advice. Destiny will favor you when you act accordingly.
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In striving for a higher goal, you may exhaust your energy. However, your agreeable nature will attract help from different sources. By caring for others as well as yourself, you build a secure foundation for the future.
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Your spirit does not find the right nourishment. Neglecting both mind and body leads to dissatisfaction, causing your soul to hunger for fulfillment.
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You are actually capable of independence, yet you choose to let others care for you. Over time, this diminishes your self-confidence and ability to stand on your own.
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You are strong and capable, but dissatisfaction arises when you compare yourself to others who appear more powerful. Let go of excessive ambition to attain inner peace.
28. PREDOMINANCE OF THE GREAT
You find yourself overwhelmed by numerous demands, each seeming important and requiring your attention. To navigate this situation, focus on the fundamentals and avoid being consumed by minor details.
By refining your perspective, you may suddenly find yourself in a completely new phase of life. The Predominance of the Great signals a transition into a better period. Remain calm and composed—whether through proactive measures or patient endurance, you will overcome difficulties.
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Approach the task with courage, even if danger is involved. If a goal requires sacrifice, it is worth fulfilling.
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You create stress for yourself by expending energy without achieving results. In turbulent times, reconnect with your roots—especially if they have been nearly forgotten.
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You will find support and be able to continue your task. However, rushing ahead recklessly without assessing the situation could put you in a compromising position.
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Do not force a breakthrough. Major obstacles block your path, and ignoring warnings will leave you without assistance when you need it most.
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You face an unexpected development. Surround yourself with reliable and compatible individuals to create a solid foundation for true transformation.
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If you aim to accomplish something during this phase, begin with careful planning. Attention to every detail may seem excessive, but it will help you avoid mistakes.
29. PRECIPICE / WATER
Through no fault of your own, you have fallen into a challenging situation. You will need all your strength to overcome it. Learn from water—water follows the easiest course, stays true to its path, and unwaveringly reaches its destination.
Remain steadfast in your principles and avoid false compromises. To make meaningful progress, you must first understand the problem from within and then take decisive action in the external world.
This difficult time holds immense value for personal growth. Maintaining composure and optimism is the best approach to overcoming challenges.
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Liberation will come, even if all roads seem closed and your problems feel like a prison. Be patient—it may take time.
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Avoid unnecessary efforts now—this is not the time for ambitious plans. Take the path of least resistance to maximize your chances of success.
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Rigid formalities can be set aside—what matters now is clarity and sincerity in your actions.
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Dangers surround you, leaving you uncertain. The wisest course of action is to remain silent and wait for a solution to emerge.
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You are hindered by great obstacles that cannot be resolved in a single attempt. Instead, steady and patient attention to the smallest details will lead to eventual success.
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If you do not take control of your bad habits, they will lead to difficulties. You already know what must be done—so act!
30. ADHERING / FIRE
When two forces mutually support one another, they achieve a greater effect than if each acted alone. You are currently in the midst of a complex power struggle. Understand that even you cannot remain completely impartial.
Accept the natural reality of mutual dependence. Open yourself to new influences and relationships that can endure challenges. Each person involved fulfills their individual responsibilities through shared support. Even relationships that lack perfect harmony require cooperation. Adapt your ideas to reality and use your energy to expand into new horizons.
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You must fight energetically to eliminate disturbances, but avoid excessive measures. Being too demanding on yourself or others is not advisable.
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Inner transformation is accompanied by psychological growing pains. You recognize the limited importance of material concerns and seek a new approach to life.
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The current upheaval is unstable, and the force is insufficient for long-term success. Be careful not to sacrifice lasting achievement for quick results.
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You are repressing awareness of your own mortality. Only those who accept and integrate the reality of death can live freely and without restriction in the present.
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Strive to moderate the extremes in your actions. This fosters harmony and will bring good fortune.
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Each new beginning carries its own surprises. Establish your vision through calm and thoughtful planning. Keep your objective in focus, as the first step shapes what follows.
31. INFLUENCE / ATTRACTION
Whether your question concerns a person or a situation, it deeply influences the background of your thoughts. If you involve yourself completely, you can gain much from this experience.
Seize the initiative—you are currently in a strong position. However, use your strength wisely. Genuine connection flourishes in an atmosphere of cooperation and trust. Ideas find fertile ground through mutual enrichment. Consider carefully what the influence is based upon—once understood, it offers insight into the future.
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Talking alone is not enough to influence your surroundings. Actions must follow words, or plans will remain unrealistic.
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Maintain a strong will. This will prevent you from being easily distracted. However, external forces still exert influence over you. Once you have found independence within yourself, you will be able to impact your environment effectively.
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You must act from your inner conviction if you want to persuade others. Avoid manipulation—calculated behavior will bring less benefit than expected.
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Become more aware of your impulsive tendencies. This self-awareness grants inner freedom and makes it harder for others to manipulate you.
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You aim to achieve something specific, but your actions remain unclear. Take time for reflection until your goal becomes fully defined.
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You are just beginning to turn an idea into reality. At first, those around you will react indifferently because no results are visible yet. Everything remains open for development.
32. DURATION
What was merely an influence in the previous sign now transforms into enduring unity. In relationships, this sign represents marriage and family.
In terms of traditional values, plans now take shape effortlessly. Return to trusted methods—experimentation will not be beneficial. Persistence is essential, as progress requires sustained effort over time.
Positive trends develop continuously, following fixed cycles—like the seasons, where each ending brings a fresh beginning. Stability arises from structured change. Recognizing this rhythm of life is a major step in personal growth.
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If you constantly shift your focus from one thing to another, you will expend energy without achieving lasting results. See your intentions through to completion.
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Your current methods have been sufficient for everyday projects, but achieving greater things requires flexibility, wisdom, and a new strategic approach.
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You aspire to accomplish something beyond your capacity. No matter how much effort you exert, it remains unattainable. Adjust your goals to match reality.
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You fluctuate between extremes, losing touch with yourself and the world around you. Cultivate consistency or you risk repeated failures and embarrassment.
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Your abilities exceed the scope of your present situation. However, impatience will not serve you well. Avoid rash actions—your opportunity will arrive in due time.
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Lasting success is achieved through careful and conscientious work. If you attempt to accomplish everything at once, chaos will ensue, and you will end up empty-handed.
33. RETREAT
It is not your fault if positive forces diminish in influence—this is the natural cycle of life. Orderly retreat is a sign of strength.
In such situations, retreat is not an act of fear but rather a temporary withdrawal that allows for renewed progress after a creative pause. Use this time to prepare for an upswing through small actions. Avoid resentment, impatience, or venting frustrations on others. Giving in to negative emotions fosters negative energy. Inner conflicts reflect a discord between ideals and reality. Stay calm and confident—this phase will pass.
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You are above the situation, so retreating does not diminish your standing. You will find the right course. By demonstrating greatness, you attract goodness.
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You are, at least partially, above the situation. Therefore, you are prepared to retreat while remaining open and friendly instead of withdrawing completely. Stand by your decision with resolve and patience, waiting for the right moment.
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You retreat of your own free will, knowing that your inner spirit remains intact. However, those who retreat out of fear will suffer and struggle in the new situation.
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You wish to retreat but are prevented from doing so. This is both unpleasant and dangerous. Others must help you improve the situation. Although this does not provide a complete solution, it is acceptable.
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Attach yourself to someone stronger while maintaining your independence and dignity. This will ultimately lead to success.
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An earlier retreat would have been advisable. Now, problems remain. You may still avoid danger by acting immediately.
34. THE POWER OF THE GREAT
If destiny grants you special power and strength, it also places great responsibility upon your shoulders. Whether this power becomes constructive or destructive depends on your actions.
This principle applies not only to yourself but also to your environment. Reflect on your attitude and behavior, recognizing that you do not live solely for yourself. Whatever you do affects others, and in turn, their reactions influence you.
Decide whether you have the strength to defy conventional norms while maintaining justice and social equality. Only then can your power be used to its fullest potential. Above all, remain aware of your own weaknesses and work consistently on personal development.
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Stubbornness has led you into a difficult situation. Inner change is necessary for improvement. When you recognize this, you will know what must be done.
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The problems resolve themselves, allowing you to proceed without obstacles. Now is the time to abandon caution and place trust in others.
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Be decisive, stay alert, and do not overextend yourself. True ability does not need grand displays—it achieves results through steady and effective means.
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Avoid boasting about success or showcasing your abilities. Doing so breeds envy and resentment. Remember that you still depend on outside help.
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There are strong prospects for success and recognition. However, lasting achievements are only possible when power is used wisely and with restraint.
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You now have the strength to realize a long-term plan. However, circumstances pose a challenge. Remain patient and vigilant—being in the right place at the right time will be crucial.
35. PROGRESS
This sign promises smooth progress in both worldly and spiritual matters. Your reliability and loyalty earn professional respect and personal trust.
You are valued when making important decisions. By assessing situations fairly and selflessly, you arrive at insightful solutions. While selflessness can make it difficult to prioritize your own interests, you ultimately receive what is rightfully yours.
Your secret lies in harmony with both nature and the human spirit. You are part of the universal energy that seeks perfection across all forms. Recognize your role and fulfill it to the best of your ability.
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Strive consistently against your own weaknesses. Patience is also necessary when dealing with others to avoid future difficulties.
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You possess a loyal, reserved, and generous nature. While you could achieve more through different means, personal relationships matter most—and this, you understand well.
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The temptation exists to take advantage of easy opportunities through questionable means. However, such success will be fleeting.
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You make progress through the encouragement of others. In turn, this motivates you to support those around you. The result is meaningful cooperation.
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Your progress is delayed due to an expected meeting not materializing. However, if you believe in your purpose, contact will eventually happen, and things will unfold naturally.
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You feel the urge to move forward but doubt whether you will find support. Trust cannot be forced—with calm confidence, you will achieve what you seek effortlessly.
36. ECLIPSE OF LIGHT
Unfathomable forces gain ground, threatening the realization of your plans. You have no control over them—but you do have control over yourself.
Do not let external influences deter you from your goals. Stand firm in your convictions, though quietly. The current moment demands inner strength, patience, and outward flexibility.
Avoid drawing attention or interfering in others’ affairs. Your personal opinions matter little right now. Instead, demonstrate that these conflicts are temporary and necessary for clarity. You will grow through this experience and gain valuable insight.
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The eclipse fades. If goodness has been harmed and beauty lost, they will slowly be restored.
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Do not abandon a strong position too easily, even when retreat seems the best course. Adapt to circumstances without compromising your ideals.
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You are in a fortunate position to perceive events clearly. Proceed cautiously to avoid impending setbacks.
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You unexpectedly encounter the source of your difficulties. Seize this moment with composure and decisiveness. With tact, you will soon regain balance.
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A negative force constrains you, but you still retain the ability to act. Respond spontaneously and without ulterior motives—the correct decision will arise from your intuition.
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The situation is almost unbearable. You face rigid opposition. Only by holding firmly to your principles will you find a way through.
37. KINSHIP
The family is the archetype of social communities and reflects society as a whole. In a healthy family, the needs of each individual are just as important as the needs of the group. This applies to all other groups as well.
Trust and mutual acceptance must provide an effective counterbalance to leadership authority. This sign invites you to recognize your role within your family, group, or relationships and to fulfill it to the best of your ability.
Ask yourself honestly whether openness, trust, and mutual support define your relationships. Express your emotions freely and openly, leading by example and living according to the group’s ideals.
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You hold greater significance within your group than you may realize. Your sense of responsibility and willingness to act create a positive impact, bringing happiness and success to everyone.
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A strong leader should show love and understanding toward those entrusted to their care. Leadership is forfeited when these qualities are absent.
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Balance is the most important principle in all relationships among equals. Justice should be served according to each person’s unique needs rather than through uniform treatment.
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Seek a middle path between strictness and tolerance. Extreme measures would be harmful at this time. Compromise may not please everyone, but it remains the best approach.
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Harmony flourishes when the needs within a family or group are met. Strive to overcome stubbornness and impulsive behavior to foster stability.
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Set clear guidelines from the beginning. If bad habits or unreasonable demands are established early on, correcting them later will be extremely difficult.
38. OPPOSITION
The universe thrives on opposing forces: heaven and earth, day and night, man and woman. Life emerges through attraction and balance. However, when individuals or life forces clash irreconcilably, progress is hindered, and temporary goals remain unfulfilled.
Differences of opinion are inevitable in relationships, just as conflicting forces exist within every person. Do not suppress conflict—embrace it as a catalyst for growth. Avoid aggravating tensions unnecessarily and refrain from biased or hostile behavior.
Learn to perceive circumstances in their entirety. By integrating opposing forces, you can achieve inner harmony.
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Distrust clouds your ability to judge fairly, increasing the risk of misinterpreting someone’s actions. Resolution of certain conflicts will allow you to see things clearly.
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You have withdrawn with a cold demeanor, preventing you from recognizing that someone is genuinely trying to help you. Fortunately, this person is persistent—you will find great happiness through them.
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You remain an outsider as long as you are at odds with the group. With a bit of goodwill, you will find support and overcome challenges together.
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Hold firmly to the ideals that matter to you, even if it feels like the world is against you. Despite hardships, things will ultimately turn out well.
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You will soon encounter a person or idea that will aid you. External circumstances are also necessary for progress. Though everything feels within reach, it seems elusive for now.
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Harmony cannot be forced between people who have grown apart. What is truly meant to be together will naturally reunite over time—that is the law of polarity.
39. HINDRANCE
The obstacles you face did not arise overnight, though they may seem sudden. They are part of your journey and must be confronted before progress can resume.
Do not evade difficulties or impulsively battle against them. Reflect deeply and seek guidance. An experienced mentor may provide valuable assistance.
Understand that many external problems stem from internal causes. Instead of blaming others or fate, examine yourself. The momentary standstill caused by obstacles presents an opportunity for personal growth. By strengthening your character, you can transform challenges into virtues.
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Compassion for those who suffer weighs on you, making it difficult to focus solely on your own life. Channel this impulse into meaningful action—you will feel fulfilled afterward.
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Despite your difficulties, you receive help because you believe in yourself and remain strong. With unity, you will overcome the hindrances.
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You cannot tackle obstacles alone. Wait until you have gathered trustworthy allies—then, together, you will resolve the difficulties completely.
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Avoid recklessly exposing yourself to danger by attempting to remove an obstacle outright. Take time to reflect, and consider the loved ones who depend on you. Endangering yourself puts them at risk too.
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These are extraordinary challenges. To overcome them, you must approach them with purpose and determination, using unconventional methods.
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Do not rush headlong into obstacles. Thoughtful actions will protect you from harm. Stay patient—when the right moment arrives, success will follow.
40. LIBERATION
The difficulties dissolve, and tensions ease, bringing relief and freedom. However, to fully clear lingering misunderstandings, one final step is needed.
Just as thunder and lightning cleanse the atmosphere, this liberation releases the soul from fear and restrictions. Embrace your newfound freedom—do not get entangled in the past.
Forgive those who hurt you during difficult times, as this will benefit everyone involved. Avoid blaming others in relationships; instead, foster new impulses for love and understanding. By releasing rigid attitudes and outdated behaviors, you unlock extraordinary potential for personal growth.
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If you plan wisely and act realistically, you will overcome even formidable opponents. Inner obstacles can also be cleared away with courage.
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First, make a firm decision to free yourself from harmful influences and exhausting habits. Inner freedom will empower you to tackle challenges successfully.
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Distance yourself from selfish individuals, even if they seem indispensable. Otherwise, those who are genuinely trustworthy will keep their distance.
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You have already achieved much, yet you still seek more. This risks attracting envy and resentment. If you continue on this path, you will eventually pay the price.
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Someone is trying to improve their situation through flattery. Success will only come if you remain firm in your convictions.
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The difficulties have passed—you can now enjoy peace and embrace the future. The progress you make now will endure.
41. REDUCTION
Reduction and increase are polar forces, continuously shifting according to natural cycles. If you approach reduction wisely, you will ultimately benefit from it. However, it fundamentally does not matter which aspect of life is affected by reduction.
Cultivate patience and resilience. Adopt a modest approach and focus on your inner strength—what is within is more important than external success. Self-improvement is more valuable now than material achievements. Set aside reserves that you can call upon later. The lessons you internalize now will reward you many times over in the future.
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Through determined and persistent effort, you earn the trust of your companions. Helpful people offer their support. Together, you can accomplish great things, but the rewards should be shared by all.
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Good fortune is on your side, and nothing seems capable of stopping it. There is no need to worry now.
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If you have sincerely worked to recognize and overcome your weaknesses, you will gain friends. Your modest approach will once again aid your development.
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True closeness is strongest between two people. However, jealousy and distrust can ruin even the best relationships. The purity of genuine love proves its strength against external influences.
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You must help yourself before you can help others. Sacrificing yourself to assist others will not ultimately benefit anyone. Only a person with inner strength can provide meaningful support.
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Whether you are giving help or receiving assistance, consider the balance between giving and taking. Every act of generosity is also an act of receiving, and vice versa. Ensure that your own equilibrium remains intact.
42. INCREASE
This sign indicates the harmonious union of heaven and earth, generating creative power. Even difficult and risky projects can succeed now—take advantage of this phase while it lasts.
An exceptional force influences events from a higher level, shaping what is truly important. Trivial matters remain untouched. A balanced blend of inner and outer action fosters strong energies.
You are not alone in this world, and your role is not solely to pursue personal gain. Take responsibility for increasing goodness within yourself and in those around you.
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You have neglected to contribute to others’ well-being. Your fortune is waning, and if this continues, you will find yourself struggling. Act with solidarity and compassion—there is still time to change course.
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Those who give from the heart expect no gratitude or recognition. Learn to care for the well-being of goodness itself, not just for personal gain. You will soon find that kindness returns to you in surprising ways.
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An important mediating role presents itself to you. Focus on increasing well-being for all involved. Your suggestions will be accepted, even if the truth is difficult to hear.
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During times of increase, even seemingly unfavorable events can yield benefits. If you adjust your perspective, you will discover fortune in misfortune and uncover wisdom in falsehoods.
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Your desires are fulfilled because they align with the needs of others. Keep a level head and stay persistent to secure an unexpected success.
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Use this surge in strength to begin a significant and ambitious endeavor. Success will follow, and you will gain widespread recognition—provided that your intentions are pure, your words honest, and your actions direct.
43. BREAKTHROUGH / RESOLUTION
Negative forces lose their grip, paving the way for a breakthrough. However, decisive action is necessary—firm resolve is required, perhaps even an uncompromising stance.
Declare your goals openly. Fight for what you seek, but do so with integrity—never resort to hostility. If you let negative emotions consume you, the very forces you resist will take hold of you instead.
Do not project your mistakes onto others. Your environment reflects your own behavior, and the consequences of your actions will be yours alone.
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Although obstacles appear to be overcome, something remains that may lead to future difficulties. Do not relax your efforts just yet.
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Your diverse talents allow you to overcome even seemingly insurmountable barriers. Like an acrobat, you fall repeatedly but always rebound. This resilience is your greatest strength.
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You strive for unconditional progress, but immense obstacles block your path. If you let go of stubbornness, the way forward will become clearer.
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Everyone acknowledges the problem and agrees on the need for a solution. However, at the decisive moment, you find yourself standing alone. Since there is no other option, you must follow the group even if their path contradicts your deepest instincts.
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Resolution must be paired with caution, vigilance, and inner strength. When you act with preparedness, difficulties dissolve. Stay alert and proactive to avoid being caught off guard.
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You accept a new challenge with firm resolve. Proceed carefully—an error at the beginning could lead to severe consequences.
44. CONGENIALITY
Difficulties you thought were already resolved suddenly resurface. At first, they seem minor or harmless, but confrontation cannot be avoided.
Take timely measures to address the issue. You may need to reaffirm your loyalty to a person or your principles. If you are certain about your stance, do not keep your opinion hidden. When expressed with sincerity, honesty fosters openness and trust, melting away resistance.
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You feel detached from the superficiality of those around you. This may unintentionally make you seem distant or proud, but do not let it deter you from your path.
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At last, you bring to the forefront the values you have always wished to live by. This newfound clarity brings balance, and others will follow your lead naturally—without coercion.
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Do not look down on others or act with self-importance. Hidden potential exists even in those you underestimate—it simply awaits discovery.
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You are tempted to engage in a struggle with forces beyond your control. A well-intentioned person is trying to stop you. Be mindful of the risks ahead.
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Remain vigilant against anything that might drag you down. Keep your weaknesses in check—external circumstances could pose greater challenges than anticipated.
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Even if a problem appears minor now, tackle it decisively. If left unchecked, it may escalate into a serious difficulty.
45. GATHERING
Whenever people come together, they are motivated by a shared goal or a strong individual whom they rally around.
As a leader, you become the focal point of the group’s strength. As a member, you contribute your abilities to the collective power. Both roles influence your personal development, either positively or negatively, depending on how you approach them.
Organize your thoughts and emotions so they align with your actions and goals. This will help you build self-confidence and achieve your objectives.
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Your good intentions are not recognized or appreciated, leaving you feeling like an outsider. Investigate the cause—you will succeed if you genuinely want to.
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Once you gain power and influence, people will seek to be near you. Demonstrate strength of character, loyalty, and leadership to earn their true trust.
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You have the ability to inspire and motivate others. Have you fully acknowledged this gift yet? Because you are not driven by selfish plans, people are willing to trust you.
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You wish to join a group, but finding your place seems difficult. Consider seeking support from someone influential.
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Compatible people often come together in mysterious ways. Do not resist such moments—they can be life-changing.
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You are uncertain about joining a group or fully committing to it. If the group’s goals align with your values, do not hesitate any longer.
46. ASCENSION
This sign marks a period of extraordinary success and recognition. You may even have the chance to connect with a highly influential person.
Approach this opportunity with self-awareness, but avoid arrogance, as it could ruin everything. Steady progress and independence are essential. Strengthening solidarity with others will benefit you.
Your sensitivity to interpersonal matters will guide you toward better teamwork. Discipline is the key to your inner growth—through self-discipline, you remain grounded and cultivate lasting success.
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Do not aim for blind ambition without considering your surroundings. Serious mistakes could result, and pushing too hard may lead to exhaustion.
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Unexpected success is possible, but remain humble. A strong foundation ensures sustainable progress.
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Once you reach your material goals, you will feel the need for spiritual growth as well. This realization will help you understand how whole and complete you can become.
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You struggle to accept your own success. Caution is natural, but do not let baseless self-doubt hold you back.
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Your focus is locked on the goal. Prioritize substance over appearances, but remember that appropriate behavior also plays a role in success.
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Your talents have yet to be recognized, which explains your current struggles. With persistence and hard work, you will earn the trust of an influential person—success and recognition are on the horizon.
47. DISTRESS
The soaring energy of the previous sign now comes to rest, resulting in a period of distress.
There is little to do except accept the situation and surrender to its challenges. Remain calm and optimistic—positive thoughts create the conditions for future success.
Fear and uncertainty are normal, but remember that difficulties offer valuable opportunities for inner growth. Embrace life as it comes and focus on your core essence, which transcends fate.
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The hardship is ending, and the final obstacles are being removed. Do not forget the experiences that caused fear—face them with courage, and everything will work out.
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You know what needs to be done, but support from a key figure is missing. Be patient—help and recognition will come in time.
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You wish to assist others in their distress but hesitate too much. Do not let doubt hold you back—insist on implementing your ideas. Only then will justice prevail for you and others.
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You allow small matters to trouble you and place hope in fruitless projects. Try to see things as they truly are and acknowledge reality instead of denying it.
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Your moodiness likely stems from boredom. If you keep busy with superficial matters, it reflects inner dissatisfaction. Find a meaningful pursuit that excites you.
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During times of emergency, it is vital to be decisive in worldly affairs and strong within yourself. Reacting fearfully will worsen the situation. Avoid oversensitivity, and soon you will see hope on the horizon.
48. THE WELL
The Well represents a deep and inexhaustible source of meaning, from which each person creates significance in life.
It symbolizes the fundamental, unchanging needs of humanity. To find fulfillment, we must reconnect with our true nature. Intuition, rather than logic, guides us toward this truth.
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Understand the richness of the human spirit by embracing feeling over superficial norms. Clarify your genuine desires, yearnings, and needs. Seek authentic values instead of clinging to surface-level traditions.
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You have the talent required to attain insight and personal growth. Develop your abilities by embracing challenges suited to you.
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It is time to retreat inward and reconnect with yourself. First, bring clarity to your spiritual life before attempting to contribute meaningfully to others.
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You wish to apply your abilities but feel undervalued. This frustration can lead to negative emotions—be patient, your time will come.
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Your talents are being neglected. Have you considered whether laziness is holding you back? Take care that your natural gifts do not go to waste.
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You are overly distracted by unimportant matters, losing sight of your true needs and goals. This shift has not gone unnoticed by those around you.
49. REVOLUTION / SHEDDING
Times change, and with them, life’s demands evolve. This truth is now taking on a tangible meaning for you. Both inner and outer transformation are necessary to prevent stagnation or decline.
New projects, ones you may have never imagined, await you. However, do not rush forward hastily or forcefully. Your responsibilities are growing, and credibility—both to yourself and others—must be preserved.
Uncertainty is a natural part of change. Do not suppress it; acknowledge it as an expected part of the process.
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The revolution has already occurred, whether you have noticed it or not. If you are not entirely satisfied, simply wait—your perception may soon shift.
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Your ideas for reform take root in fertile ground. The people who matter understand and support you. Establish clear guidelines, and the situation will improve.
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Fundamental changes are only possible when deep insight guides your actions. At present, careful preparation is required.
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Changes should not be pursued too quickly. Old habits must be abandoned completely, but take time to determine where to begin and how best to apply your insights.
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The moment is right for change, but your goals must be clearly defined and effectively communicated. Only then will others join you—without their support, progress will be difficult.
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If you are uncertain whether the time is right for change, it is better to wait rather than act rashly. Premature action could lead to undesirable consequences.
50. THE CRUCIBLE / COSMIC ORDER
The crucible symbolizes both physical nourishment and "soul food"—spiritual sustenance. In your personal life, this signifies a realization of cosmic harmony within yourself.
You may need to make a sacrifice, but it will yield great rewards. Your efforts toward higher understanding and deeper meaning are fully supported. Accept this opportunity to channel your energy toward what is truly significant and essential.
By doing so, you may even develop a sense of universal laws and understand how harmony is achieved within yourself—an experience that will profoundly enrich your life.
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Inner clarity and external stability create favorable conditions for all involved. You can strengthen and sustain this positive momentum.
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Support for your work arises from an open and humble approach. Your success depends largely on your ability to shape your character.
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You tend to overestimate yourself unrealistically. Allow others to reflect your true nature back to you—this will help you discern what belongs to you and what does not.
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Your talents remain unused unless they are recognized. Do not settle for the idea that only inner value matters; external expression is equally important. Struggling to attain success without becoming enslaved by it builds strong character.
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You aspire to great success, but envy and resentment may arise. Stay focused on your goal, and you will minimize distractions.
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Unconventional methods may be necessary to progress. Strengthen your creative instincts, but never lose sight of your true self—this will preserve your reputation.
51. EXCITEMENT / TREMOR
Tension that has been building suddenly releases, unleashing tremendous energy. This can be shocking, evoking fear, as life can change in an instant.
Though unsettling, disruption can be highly productive. Movement fosters transformation, even when reaching a turning point is painful. Later, you will respond more calmly to life's fluctuations.
Your confidence in your abilities grows. By feeling destiny’s power, you also recognize the grandeur of cosmic order. Out of this experience comes humility, and from humility, wisdom.
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Excitement and turbulence abound. By maintaining distance, you stay calm and in control. Others may think you are withdrawn, but deep down, you understand this is necessary for self-protection.
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One shock follows another, with no pause for breath. Stay outwardly engaged, but establish a stable inner reference point to maintain balance.
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You find yourself trapped with no clear way forward. The problem cannot be solved immediately. Wait, acknowledge your helplessness, and observe the current stage of development.
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An unexpected event tests your inner strength. Stay calm and maintain perspective. A sudden opportunity will present itself to escape the danger.
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A sudden situation threatens material loss. Do not respond with frantic activity. Instead, accept certain setbacks and protect yourself from greater harm.
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What seemed overwhelming fades away. As the fear subsides, you recognize it was a fleeting phenomenon. You will feel relieved and may even smile at how fearful you once felt.
52. REFRAIN / THE MOUNTAIN
This sign represents meditation and contemplation. You are encouraged to calm disruptive thoughts and focus on reality. Only then can you overcome ingrained biases that prevent true understanding of your life’s complexity.
Inner peace is necessary to perceive the world and yourself clearly. Through quiet reflection, you will determine when it is time to hold back and when it is time to act.
In any case, this sign suggests bringing your soul to life through meditation.
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You can achieve an inner peace that permeates all aspects of life and reveals deeper meaning. Turn inward and follow the path your spirit calls you to.
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Inner tranquility enhances the influence of your words. Thoughtless statements cause complications—your newfound peace allows you to avoid unnecessary troubles.
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You have not yet fully overcome selfish desires. Doubts and difficulties continue to arise. Stay committed to your ideas, and true inner peace will come in time.
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Attempting to banish restlessness by sheer force of will only deepens inner turmoil. Release attachment to desire and greed. Seek inner balance through meditation.
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You recognize the risks in the path you have chosen, yet turning back is impossible—the flow of events carries you forward. However, by staying the course, you will eventually find your way out and be able to assist others as well.
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Without selfish motives, your intuition perceives life’s realities. The more selflessly you live, the more objective and unbiased your perspective will become.
53. DEVELOPMENT / GRADUAL PROGRESS
Just as a tree grows slowly and steadily toward the sky, so too does human development unfold step by step to achieve lasting results.
This applies especially to your current phase of life. Approach your tasks with patience and a level head. Do not expect rapid progress, and avoid impulsive or erratic actions. Though slow movement may seem unexciting, each step now taken has a more enduring impact.
This is a time to lay strong foundations and establish firm roots. If progress sometimes feels too slow for your liking, remember that you have a goal and are steadily working toward it.
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You understand the wisdom behind the saying, "All good things take time." By setting your expectations in alignment with the natural pace of progress, you act in accordance with the law of success.
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As you advance, your intentions become harder for others to recognize. Accept this reality, and learn how to cultivate harmony within your surroundings.
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Challenges that threaten your upward momentum cannot always be avoided. Stay flexible while remaining true to your principles. This balance will help you find stability amidst life’s uncertainties.
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Rash actions can create unnecessary danger for both yourself and others. Be watchful, and intervene strategically to counter threats and keep your life on course.
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You have overcome initial difficulties—this should encourage you. No dark clouds linger over your future. Share your happiness with others and look forward with confidence.
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You are at the beginning of your journey. You feel vulnerable, and no one seems to be offering assistance. However, this is an important lesson—through caution and vigilance, your independence will grow.
54. THE SUBORDINATED
This sign indicates a situation requiring tact and careful navigation. It is an appropriate time to reflect on traditional values—those often overlooked in modern life.
From a deeper perspective, you may feel that you have lost something of your worth. Qualities such as adaptability, humility, and consideration hold great importance. If you fail to embrace them, others may lose interest in your opinions and views.
What you think you have control over could slip away more quickly than expected. With selfless support and a tactful reserve, you strengthen your position—even if it initially feels like self-denial.
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Modesty is admirable, but if used solely as a superficial display, people will see through it.
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There is great benefit in learning to be adaptable and occasionally subordinating yourself. Even if this requires some patience, the rewards are worthwhile.
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You struggle with conventions that do not reflect your true values. While your sincerity is commendable, you may need to wait until circumstances allow you to fully live according to your ideals.
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Your dreams can only be realized if you adopt a more flexible approach. If you refuse to adjust, remember that adaptation leads to success, while loss of self-esteem leads to stagnation.
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If your situation is not what you expected, hold yourself accountable rather than blaming fate. Success will follow if you find ways to adapt without betraying your principles.
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Your influence in the current situation is waning. By accepting this, you can focus on minimizing losses. The outlook will soon improve.
55. PLENTY
In the I Ching, “Plenty” signifies the union of inner clarity and external success, allowing for a complete experience of life's wealth.
This marks a peak moment. However, as with all cosmic cycles, this abundance will eventually decline. This is natural—do not lament its passing. Instead, gather your strength to prepare for future challenges.
Use this time wisely—your current efforts are an investment in what lies ahead. Enjoy prosperity while it lasts.
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The pursuit of wealth and success can lead to isolation from loved ones. Guard against excessive material ambitions, as they may cost you spiritual fulfillment.
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You need experienced helpers, and you will find them if you remain modest and open to advice. This attitude fosters success, happiness, and contentment for all involved.
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If your strength combines with a friend’s wisdom, you complement each other perfectly. Together, no obstacle is too great to overcome.
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The situation is unclear, and there is little you can do to help. While it may be comforting to know that this is not your fault, patience is your best course of action.
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Complexity and intrigue abound, making every action delicate. Expect to face suspicion, even if you are entirely innocent. Adhering strictly to the truth will serve you well.
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Achieving meaningful success requires both insight and energy. If you have only one, seek out a partner who possesses the other—you will succeed together.
56. THE TRAVELLER
This sign signals that nothing here is permanent, no matter your question.
Like a wayfarer, you will continue along your journey—whether through different places, interactions with new people, or spiritual experiences that move you from one state of being to another.
Clear goals and a positive mindset make it easier to part with familiar comforts. However, each farewell is also an embarkation toward new horizons.
This phase invites you to explore life’s interconnectedness and to draw from humanity’s collective wisdom. Do not feel hopeless—rather, embrace the opportunities for growth.
Above all, avoid making hasty judgments about what this sign means. The traveler’s journey is rooted just as much in the inner world as the outer one.
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Your actions do not align with your situation. If you act thoughtlessly, you may stray from your path and find yourself stuck in an unfavorable position.
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You are venturing into unknown territory—both within yourself and in the outside world. Trust your abilities and build upon your strengths, but recognize your limitations.
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You have mastered the art of finding refuge in life’s storms, but now it is time to move forward. Only wisdom endures forever—understand this before choosing your path.
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Neglect and overconfidence repeatedly cause setbacks. Avoid interfering in others’ affairs, or alienation may result.
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Your reliability and sincerity earn you goodwill and a temporary reprieve. Conserve your energy—your journey will soon begin again, and you must stay alert.
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Do not force yourself to fit into situations that do not align with your values. Cheap tricks and servitude will not lead you to your goal. No matter what happens, preserve your dignity.
57. THE GENTLE / THE INSISTENT
You are in a situation that calls for patience and empathy. Attempting to force results will only backfire. Discreet yet decisive action is needed.
Though your achievements may not appear spectacular, they will be deeply impactful. To influence others, first understand their perspective and motivations. Once you gain insight, movement begins naturally.
Do not let distractions or doubt deter you. Anything useful to you should not escape your attention. Just as the wind gently but persistently shapes the world, so should you approach your endeavors.
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You are aware of your weaknesses, but struggle to address them. Self-awareness alone is not enough—it must be accompanied by action. Push yourself to accomplish something you’ve been avoiding.
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You stand at a pivotal moment where real change is possible. Think carefully about your next steps. If you reach a conclusion, act decisively in alignment with the wisdom of this sign.
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Your determination has led to success, and your modest nature earns the respect of others. This opens doors and strengthens relationships.
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Do not allow overthinking to weaken your resolve. An initiative has already been planned—take action. Doubt paralyzes progress.
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Identify the hidden reason behind your current stagnation. Once recognized, approach the situation with understanding. This removes the obstacle that has long frustrated you.
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Show determination. You will achieve nothing by wavering between possibilities. Move forward with persistent, gentle pressure.
58. THE JOYFUL / THE LAKE
As a Chinese proverb states, “Greatness comes through joy.” Serenity brings people together and strengthens bonds.
A serious expression does not necessarily indicate depth or creativity. More is accomplished through cheerful composure than through grim seriousness.
Your lightheartedness will rarely become arrogance, provided you remain mindful of the gravity of situations. Stay committed to your ideals inwardly, while demonstrating kindness and understanding outwardly. This earns the trust of those around you. Like a calm lake offering refreshment on a hot day, your presence fosters harmony.
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Ask yourself whether your enthusiasm is genuine or slightly exaggerated. Pleasure and entertainment enrich life but should not dominate it.
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Beware of a particular temptation—you may find yourself in trouble if you become too involved. Judge people and situations carefully, and remain watchful of your own behavior.
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Inner unrest stems from uncertainty and lack of resolve. Reflect on what you truly want—have you realized that passion often carries elements of suffering?
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Life gains meaning through purpose. A meaningful life fosters inner peace. Those who find peace radiate calmness outward, uplifting those around them.
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You demonstrate strength by staying focused on your tasks rather than seeking distractions. Success is assured, but do not let achievement come at the expense of joy.
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True contentment and happiness come from within. External circumstances shift—sometimes bringing fortune, sometimes not. However, an emotional anchor within yourself ensures lasting serenity and inner freedom.
59. DISSOLUTION
Dissolution here does not mean destruction, but rather the dissolving of alienation and selfish motives. This sign signals a favorable phase for relationships.
Burdening emotions are now processed, freeing energy for positive and constructive endeavors. However, everyone involved must contribute to this transformation.
Disappointments can finally be left behind, allowing a fresh start. Connecting with others is key to breaking inner isolation or persistent discord. Raising past mistakes repeatedly will not help—now is the time for goodwill.
This provides a rare chance to let go of the past and build a new foundation for success.
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Avoid unnecessary risks for yourself or those close to you. If difficulties loom ahead, stepping aside is wise. This is not cowardice, but a strategic course of action.
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When outdated structures dissolve, fresh ideas take shape. Long-suppressed energy begins to flow freely, revitalizing dormant plans.
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Greater independence is needed if you wish to pursue ambitious goals. Stay sharply aware of what serves your greater purpose and distinguish it from what is merely trivial.
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In tackling a major challenge, you summon unexpected strength. Your ego fades as you immerse yourself in the task. This promotes growth and deepens resilience.
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Isolation looms if difficulties weigh heavily on your plan. Without inner peace, struggle persists. Exercise patience and tolerance instead of demanding immediate results—this prevents unnecessary distress.
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You are recognizing significant misunderstandings. Face the issue head-on before it spirals out of control. Act swiftly and decisively while resolution is still possible.
60. RESTRICTION
This sign advises caution against extremes. You must find your own path—otherwise, you may drift aimlessly, lacking commitment.
Restriction applies to both thoughts and material concerns. It calls for insight, discipline, and moderation. Though effort is required, it will prove worthwhile.
With clear boundaries, you navigate difficult times without major losses and maintain perspective even in moments of abundance. Balance is key—rigid constraints can lead to stagnation, while excessive limitations placed on others create resentment.
Restrictions should not be permanent, but they must sometimes be accepted for a certain period.
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Do not impose restrictions on others that you would find unacceptable yourself. Begin with self-discipline—others will follow your example.
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Freely chosen constraints are more effective than enforced ones. Awaken awareness of what must be done rather than dictating limitations. Though slower, this approach yields lasting results.
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Assess yourself objectively and without excuses. Are you aware of your limitations? Look inward rather than blaming others—you will progress more by working on yourself than by dwelling on external obstacles.
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The time for action is now—hesitation leads to missed opportunities. Those who delay will lose out.
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Apparently insurmountable obstacles may be blocking your way. Stop and accept your limitations. Gather your strength so you are prepared to move forward at the right moment.
61. INNER TRUTH
To harness the power of inner truth, you must access the depths of yourself and others. Approach your environment with openness and without prejudice.
When evaluating situations, relationships, or people, detach from personal desires and objectives. Only then can you attain an objective perspective, free from distortion. Even those who seem difficult to approach will begin to reveal their motives, and you will grow in understanding.
Insight into inner truth grants clarity of mind, strengthens sincerity, and enriches your emotions and character. Naturally adopting this attitude will draw genuine friendships to you.
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Sweet words may temporarily gain you favor, but lasting success requires action. Keep this in mind when pursuing your goals.
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You still have lessons to learn before achieving unity and cooperation—particularly in understanding the desires and aspirations of others.
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To find inner truth, you must focus on meaningful and complex goals. True inner freedom comes from avoiding bias and remaining open-minded.
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You rely too much on external sources of strength and support, but real power lies within you. This strength does not depend on external harmony—it must come from within.
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Inner truth and authentic values begin to shape your life. When your words and actions align, others will approach you with joy and sympathy.
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Trust in your own insight and principles. Even if you occasionally make mistakes, having clear values brings strength and security—far better than lacking direction altogether.
62. PREDOMINANCE OF THE SMALL
This sign reminds us that seemingly minor details can have significant effects. A single drop can cause the cup to overflow—a small action can produce tremendous impact.
Sharpen your focus on details, as this will grant a deeper understanding of the bigger picture. Learn to read between the lines of life.
At present, chances of achieving great success are low. Instead, consciously pay attention to finer details, especially those in relationships you assume are self-evident. There is no reason to diminish your own worth—true dignity lies in simplicity, as the Chinese proverb says: “Dignity lies in the simplicity of the noble.”
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You are aiming high, but take caution. Paying close attention to details will serve you well right now.
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You cannot reach your goal solely through personal effort. You need capable assistance. Do not be misled by status or flashy appearances—seek someone who has patience and a strong work ethic.
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Now is not the time to force anything. Stay your course, even if obstacles arise—pushing too hard would be reckless.
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Be careful! If you insist too strongly on your rights, you may overlook subtle but crucial details. Pay close attention to small matters that may conceal important truths.
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Make effective use of opportunities without drawing unnecessary attention to yourself. A person’s rank or title is irrelevant—focus on their competence and trustworthiness instead.
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If conventional methods are failing, you may need to take an unconventional approach. Accepting reality may be necessary to conserve energy and achieve results.
63. AFTER FULFILMENT
The genesis of the cosmos precedes chaos. And so, too, does a new order follow every state of confusion in people’s lives. When this new order is achieved, we like to sit back and relax. But beware! This is precisely the point where you need to be careful and observant, for the achievement has not yet stabilized itself.
Furthermore, the law dictates that decline begins after every peak. Smug self-satisfaction only accelerates the process. Beware of the illusion that some ideal condition can be everlasting. Nothing is constant except change itself. Remain alert, open to new challenges, and be certain of one thing: your road will take many turns, leading you over numerous mountains and valleys.
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As soon as you have completed something, you stand still to admire your own work. Don’t you notice how your attention wanes? This is how you unwittingly put at risk the fruit of your labor.
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A pretty gloss may well conceal the emptiness of a heart, but it can never dispel such emptiness. You will find true happiness only if you cultivate your own inner values. Flowers of great beauty are the first to fade.
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The subliminal warnings are present, even if everything seems to be in wonderful order. The first signs of decay are already beginning to show themselves. Take precautions instead of closing your eyes in surrender to your dreams.
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Your plans are ambitious. Remain conscious of the danger that threatens every climber. And especially important—have capable and loyal helpers to get you through the challenges of the future.
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Your abilities all too often go unrecognized. But stay calm—your day will come. Continue your self-development and quietly consolidate your position. What truly belongs to you can never be lost.
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Everyone rushes ahead, looking for improvement at all costs after a change. But the blues strike once the “nitty-gritty” work on details begins! Resist gold rush fever. What you consolidate should ultimately endure.
64. BEFORE FULFILMENT
This sign can be compared to springtime, which leads to the fertile summer after the tempering cold of winter. It is a time as difficult as it is beautiful. Harmony reigns; life flourishes and prospers only after its completion.
You need to draw upon all your strength to cope with a task of this nature. It would be presumptuous to expect a sudden solution to all problems with just one roll of the dice. The ground is still shaking beneath you—you must carefully create a foundation that enables you to bear the load.
You are heading for an all-encompassing renewal of life. This departure for new shores is accompanied by anxious expectation and new hope.
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Once the confusion has passed, we are delighted by harmonious cooperation and the feeling of mutual trust. But you should remain alert—the pendulum could easily swing back the other way.
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You achieve your goal through hard work. This is the beginning of a new and glorious era. You mature into your true character and rise up to the challenges of life.
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You must now battle resolutely against advancing signs of decay. Cast aside your doubts and misgivings, and show purpose and drive.
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You are still not strong enough to turn the boat around. You will become shipwrecked if you try to force things. Begin all over again. Build up systematically, and you will ultimately succeed.
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The time for action has not yet arrived. You must remain patient for the transition. Don't lose sight of your goal, even if everything takes a long time. If you don’t lose heart, you will be successful.
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You need to leave the confusion behind quickly and produce tangible results. However, you still lack sufficient perspective, and if you avoid acting rashly, your chances increase a little more as each day passes.
In the knowledge that every ending harbors a new beginning, we bring the Book of Changes to a conclusion. Our thoughts turn back to the first sign—“The Creative.”