Where am I best suited to use my strengths? Yi's answer, 50.4>18 & Hex 2 unchanging

[bellaball]

Where am I best suited to use my strengths? Yi's answer, 50.4>18 & Hex 2 unchanging

I asked this question based on a previous reading where I inquired about support needed where I received Hex 2 Unchanging

Totally at a loss on this one. Your insight is appreciated

 

[pocossin]

Where am I best suited to use my strengths?
50.4>18 & Hex 2 unchanging

Hexagram 2 suggest service and real estate. 50.4>18 suggests environmental protection as in toxic spills.

 

[bellaball]

Hi Pocissin. This is quite an interesting take on this reading. Perhaps you can explain how you were able to see this??

Hexagram 2 suggest service and real estate. I can see and understand being in service to some degree however Real Estate would definitely be a new venture for me.

50.4>18 suggests environmental protection as in toxic spills.[/QUOTE] Hmmm, Erin Brockovich instantly came to mind.
Could this be more related to "environmental protection" on a spiritual level? Toxicity on a human/spiritual level?

 

[pocossin]

Perhaps you can explain how you were able to see this??

Hexagram 2 suggest service and real estate. I can see and understand being in service to some degree however Real Estate would definitely be a new venture for me.

Hexagram 2 is the hexagram of earth.

50.4>18 suggests environmental protection as in toxic spills. Hmmm, Erin Brockovich instantly came to mind.
Could this be more related to "environmental protection" on a spiritual level? Toxicity on a human/spiritual level?

spills:

Nine in the fourth place means:
The legs of the ting are broken.
The prince's meal is spilled
And his person is soiled.
Misfortune.

toxic:

Hexagram 18 is the hexagram of gu poisoning.

Toxicity on a human/spiritual level?

Yes, that's possible. The ting was the cooking pot for the sacred meal, so in conjunction with hexagram 18 it does suggest toxicity on a spiritual level. However, I was influenced by the materiality of the line text, and I couldn't think of a profession or career in that direction. My response also includes my understanding of the querent in terms of the enneagram of personality.

 

[anemos]

Have you checked whilhelm?. It talks about how one uses its strengths and since your question was around the same theme, maybe it's an indirect answer, but without context it's not easy to give an interpretation.

 

[bellaball]

Hexagram 18 is the hexagram of gu poisoning.
Is Gu the definition of poisoning or a specific type?



Yes, that's possible. The ting was the cooking pot for the sacred meal, so in conjunction with hexagram 18 it does suggest toxicity on a spiritual level. However, I was influenced by the materiality of the line text, and I couldn't think of a profession or career in that direction.

Neither can I aside from motivational coaching, maybe!! I've always had the ability to tune into others, so to speak.

My response also includes my understanding of the querent in terms of the enneagram of personality.[/QUOTE]


As it pertains to me?? or the reading in general??

I was totally unfamiliar with "the enneagram of personality" which prompted me to do a little research. I just took a test which gave me the following results:

Primary: Type 7: The Generalist. The enthusiastic, productive type.
Secondary: Type 1: The Reformer. The rational, idealistic type.

 

[bellaball]

Greetings Anemos

Have you checked whilhelm?. It talks about how one uses its strengths and since your question was around the same theme, maybe it's an indirect answer, but without context it's not easy to give an interpretation.

Yes I have but I will re-read Whilhelms translation for a better understanding, thank you.

My question was regarding how to be content in life (professionally and personally). I believe that if I were in a position where I could use my strengths most effectively, I then could achieve more inner balance. These strengths could possibly be new and untapped strengths that I'm unaware of. I want to be open to new possibilities both professionally and personally which is why the question may seem vague.

 

[blue_angel]

I'm trying to understand. Your actual question was "How can I be content in life professionally and personally? " and your answer for that was 50.4>18. Is that right? And previous to that question you asked "Where can I use my strengths?" And received 2 unchanging?


Either way it looks like you will need to work on what's been spoiled in your vessel. Line 4 fits good with your previous reading from your other thread. It shows carelessness. So its like a metaphor, through your own carelessness your meal was spilled or through your own carelessness you are now upside down or whatever situation or relationship that is of importance to you is now upside down.


You will have to work on what's been spoiled, add good things into this sacred vessel. The sacred vessel can be you or it can be whatever is important to you that isn't currently working. A career, a relationship, a friendship. You'll have to be careful in cleaning up the mess and add some new ingredients.


Hexagram 2 set out to work, do what needs to be done, be aware of your surroundings, and receptive to others.


The two threads seem to tie in together. Seems something is troubling you.


Best wishes with this,

Blue_Angel

 

[pocossin]

Is Gu the definition of poisoning or a specific type?

The magnitude of the idea of gu in Chinese folklore is extraordinary, but most of it is far later than the Yijing. I think there is no need to go further than Steve Marshall's conclusion: "The oracle-bone character of gu is used to refer to the evil power of the ancestors to cause illness in the living."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gu_(poison)

My response also includes my understanding of the querent in terms of the enneagram of personality.

As it pertains to me??

Yes, when matters are serious I attempt to appraise the querent in terms of the enneagram of personality. I was impressed by your sense of propriety in the case of the missing money, and therefore think you would develop in a role that involves taking corrective action.

You might try Ewald Berkers' test.

http://www.eclecticenergies.com/home/author.php

He has done work for Clarity.

 

[bellaball]

I'm trying to understand. Your actual question was "How can I be content in life professionally and personally? " and your answer for that was 50.4>18. Is that right? And previous to that question you asked "Where can I use my strengths?" And received 2 unchanging?

It's actually the other way around.

The two threads seem to tie in together. Seems something is troubling you.

Yes, this past year has been quite challenging for me. I made some major sacrifices (personally and professionally) for the potential benefit of both myself and others, yet things did not pan out as expected. I had so much faith and tried to prepare as best as possible yet so many of my plans failed, even if only temporary. In spite of planning ahead I have obviously been careless too. Almost like the domino effect bombarded me.... One thing after the next.

One particular way that I've been careless, without going too much into detail, is how I assumed that certain people would be more supportive. The very people who would have benefited had things panned out differently. I've placed too much faith in others. This is a valuable lesson I've learned and am still learning. Now I'm questioning having "faith" in anyone or anything, opting for a more practical and tangible outlook which is so not me. I'm normally the positive faith driven type so this sucks big time.

Honestly, In the past few months I've been hesitant to make certain moves in fear of failing myself. I know that this is not the correct way to move forward and I'm bothered by this feeling of failure and emptiness. I find it to be unhealthy and depressing.

I do not talk to anyone about my feelings so I guess this is good for me to express myself because I don't want to be depressed. I want to believe in me again. I want to live again.. I just feel alone more now so than ever before.

I do feel like I am starting from the beginning which is good to some degree because I truly desire change, sort of a spiritual and mental makeover...

Thank Blue_Angel for the well wishes.

 

[blue_angel]

Your 50.4>18 to me seems rather close to your 56.3.4>23. Did you do all of this readings around the same time?

Here, let me attempt to be your cheerleader ompom:ompom:

2 set out to work! You are as strong and healthy as a horse! There's no time to be tired! There's work to be done! Get back on your horse and ride! Father time waits for no man! If you want others to be receptive and supportive of you, you have to learn to be receptive and supportive of them. Someone is wanting to support you. But first support yourself of course!

Except when you need to rest of course, so do not wander too far or too much, at times you
need rest. Don't beat yourself up about that.
Sometimes life doesn't seem to work because
its time for us to rest.


Fill your vessel with only the best! Its not all as bad as it seems. Sometimes it just feels that way. You have what you need and what it takes. There's only a minor spill. Let us not cry over spilled milk. Lets clean it up and start again. Its going to be ok. Its really ok now. I see your readings saying you have the strength. You have the good qualities. Use them to your benefit. Don't give up when the going gets tough. Work on 1 small thing at a time. Finish 1 task, resolve 1 issue, then move on to the next. Set the dominos back up.

 

[bellaball]

Your 50.4>18 to me seems rather close to your 56.3.4>23. Did you do all of this readings around the same time?

Yes I did. Good observation.

Here, let me attempt to be your cheerleader ompom:ompom:
thank you. You put a smile on my face.

Work on 1 small thing at a time. Finish 1 task, resolve 1 issue, then move on to the next. Set the dominos back up.

Priceless and much needed advice. Thank you sincerely blue_angel

 

[bellaball]

Thank you for the Ewald Berker link, information regarding the enneagram of personality and Gu. Upon reading the wiki page for Gu, I now think the reading may have something to do with holistic medicine and spiritual healing. i.e., reading about the various forms of Gu I noticed that worms, abdominal parasites, etc. is often mentioned. I am very much into herbs, vitamins and the ancient medicinal approaches. A lot of my family and friends call me for health and spiritual healing advise. Hmmm, which may tie in with Hex 2/EARTH as I believe that all sickness is curable through Earth's Spiritual energy, Spiritual/internal balance and nutrients. I literally ground myself at times by standing in dirt while meditating.

This gives me a lot to think about.

 

[bellaball]

I wonder if the Yi can offer two separate meanings through one reading and both be applicable. Both Blue_Angel and Pocossin have made points that resonate and have sparked an inner knowing. I did inquire about my personal and professional. Very interesting.

thank you both

 

[blue_angel]

I have experienced that as well. Where the answer revealed completely different answers to different areas of my life all in one reading. Its a neat feeling when that happens, its like a cluster of light bulbs popping on, one at a time, illuminating the entire bigger picture. Feels reassuring in a way, doesn't it? Like you must be on a path of definite progress and some kind of deeper understanding. I love the information he has on his site as well.

 

[bellaball]

Its a neat feeling when that happens, its like a cluster of light bulbs popping on, one at a time, illuminating the entire bigger picture. Feels reassuring in a way, doesn't it?
Yes it does feel reassuring.
Like you must be on a path of definite progress and some kind of deeper understanding.

It sure feels like it.