HEXAGRAMS are the stepping stones through life
Someone asked me the other day, what the Hexagrams actually teach us about life (that we didn't already know) and how could they improve our approach to life. I suppose that is the point, we already know what we know, and our approach can only, and perhaps should only, deal with that. Some people, who are sufficiently content with their veiw and approach, can label this as 'going with the flow'. But to answer the question, there are three main things.
DON'T REACT. Look at the facts, then you can do what you want. See the facts in a detached way as 'information only', then, if you want you can add in your stuff. However, if you react you will not solve the problem or situation, only fuel it (which may of course suit you and your energy).
DO NOT FIGHT OR BATTLE WITH FORCES, whether they be social, political, personal, health issues, or worldly problems. 'The world' , organised groups, social and political institutions, and all involvements, exist to use and 're-direct' your energy. You cannot win against stronger forces. Even if you 'win' you will still be in a position to be challenged (although this may suit you and your energy), to be constantly 'on your guard'. "Fate" you may be able to come to terms with, but be under no illusion, Chance and Change rule this world.
NEVER GIVE UP against the odds of the world. When you react you simply fight, when you battle you gamble, and 'take your chances', but your energy can overcome any situation. The Hexagrams reflect and empower this energy. Your energy can walk over, walk through, or walk around anything !, and you can always walk away. You can use this energy through the five spiritual weapons (in the analogy of a battle, which you won't be fighting), of ENTHUSIASM, OPTIMISM, GENEROSITY, HUMOUR, and ENCOURAGEMENT.
The rest is history, and isn't it time we thought of something else ?
