Stay Playful

Someone is playing in the depths. This is not a mistake. Real creative energy emerges now. Do not lose the playful spirit. Let bad blood and apprehension depart. Have no fear. You will gather friends as a hair clasp gathers the hair. Everything you want is bundled in the bag. This inner preparation leads to what is greater. Step outside the norms and re-imagine the situation. Co-operate with the ongoing process of change.

九四, 或躍在淵, 无咎.

Wavering flight over the depths. No blame. ##### Comments A place of transition has been reached, and free choice can enter in. A twofold possibility is presented to the great man: he can soar to the heights and play an important part in the world, or he can withdraw into solitude and develop himself. He can go the way of the hero or that of the holy sage who seeks seclusion. There is no general law of his being. If the individual acts consistently and is true to himself, he will find the way that is appropriate for him. This way is right for him and without blame.