Need some others opinions

[TwoGeese]

Hello everyone,
I am really new to I-ching (someday I will stop starting my posts in this way).
I have been struggling with a career path for... oh about 16 years. Anyway I decided to ask the I-Ching about a particular path everyone I know tells me I would be good at.
Question: "The issue is becoming a LADC counselor (Chemical Dependency Counselor)."
I recieved #44 Encountering with changing line of number 5 so it becomes # 50 The Great Bowl.
My interpretation is that this is not a light decision. At least not something to enter into without thinking about. I am not sure what line five means. It appears to be telling me that if this is what I am meant to do it will happen (talk about frustration)???
For number 50 This career will force me to grow and serve others. I will expand...
Any other interpretations would be greatly apprciated.
Thanks

 

[icastes]

44 and the 5th moving line are not very auspicious for any new venture, including changing jobs. I would suggest that there is something that involves proper or careful behavior, which, if it is not done, will result in very bad results. Hence, I would suggest that you hold off and work out the exact details of what is to be done and has to be done. Then, make a decision. If you do so, then you have a chance for success, or, in the alternative, something good will turn up.

 

[elias]

I disagree.

44.5 "Wrapping a melon in river willows, containing brilliance ... There is a descent from heaven, aspiration not disregarding destiny.... Since one's firm strength is balanced correctly, one's inherent qualities from seeds after long development and are about to burst forth in glory..." (Chih-hsu)

People don't recommend becoming an addictions counselor because you have a winning smile and a green thumb. You have long experience with the issues and are approaching a place and time when you can credibly address others about the them. 50- Cauldron confirms this -- your experiences have been cooking for quite a while and you can now begin to nourish others.

 

[TwoGeese]

44 and the 5th moving line are not very auspicious for any new venture, including changing jobs. I would suggest that there is something that involves proper or careful behavior, which, if it is not done, will result in very bad results. Hence, I would suggest that you hold off and work out the exact details of what is to be done and has to be done. Then, make a decision. If you do so, then you have a chance for success, or, in the alternative, something good will turn up.

This is my fear. That I would need to become someone different or that I could not handle it. I will need more training just based on the laws of my state alone. Also, there are some details to work out Financial Aid, time commitment etc.
Thank you for interpretation. It really helps.

 

[TwoGeese]

I disagree.

44.5 "Wrapping a melon in river willows, containing brilliance ... There is a descent from heaven, aspiration not disregarding destiny.... Since one's firm strength is balanced correctly, one's inherent qualities from seeds after long development and are about to burst forth in glory..." (Chih-hsu)

People don't recommend becoming an addictions counselor because you have a winning smile and a green thumb. You have long experience with the issues and are approaching a place and time when you can credibly address others about the them. 50- Cauldron confirms this -- your experiences have been cooking for quite a while and you can now begin to nourish others.

Ok WOW!
This is very true. I have been sober for 13 years. I am a true teller and I am always in trouble at my work for being too blunt with people. Which is what is required for an addictions counselor. I feel like I have a bit more to do but it feels right.
Thank you for the interpretation. I hope that someday the I-Ching will make sense to me...