Complete Breakthrough

Subverting the Obstruction. First bad! Then rejoicing. The very thing causing you difficulties will soon become a cause to rejoice. The old time is ending. Take vigorous action to find who you really belong with. Let your tears flow and open your heart anew. This will release you from the past and make the new connections. Step out to meet the new spirit. Gather energy for a decisive new move.

上九, 傾否, 先否後喜.

The standstill comes to an end. First standstill, then good fortune. ##### Comments The standstill does not last forever. However, it does not cease of its own accord; the right man is needed to end it. This is the difference between a state of peace and a state of stagnation. Continuous effort is necessary to maintain peace: left to itself it would change into stagnation and disintegration. The time of disintegration, however, does not change back automatically to a condition of peace and prosperity; effort must be put forth in order to end it. This shows the creative attitude that man must take if the world is to be put in order.