I asked, "How can I address this feeling of extreme lack of self-confidence?"
Hex 10.2.3.4 becoming 37 was the answer I received.
In reading about these particular hexagrams, I can see that they seem to provide relevant info pertaining to my question, which is heartening (b/c I definitely don't always see connections yet in other readings), but I'm having trouble interpreting the overall message here. I actually relate to the story of 10.2 a lot:
"Nine in the second place means: Treading a smooth, level course. The perseverance of a dark man brings good fortune. -- The situation of a lonely sage is indicated here. He remains withdrawn from the bustle of life, seeks nothing, asks nothing of anyone, and travels through life un assailed, on a level road. Since he is content and does not challenge fate, he remains free of entanglements" (Wilhelm translation).
...I've been living a very reclusive life for a number of years now (which I'd really like to stop because, at this point, it's becoming clear it's definitely not the right course for me), but it's not been smooth sailing. In any case, I don't see how this changing line figures into this reading as an answer to my inquiry, especially since it's supposed to be reflecting on the specifics of dealing with my self-confidence ...and so I shouldn't read it as an affirmation/discussion of my current situation, I'm thinking, but some other interpretation/suggestion that is eluding me.
My questions:
-- How is hex 10 (Treading) to be interpreted here?
-- What do these changing lines suggest to you? What is the significance that the other lines were not included?
-- How does hex 37 (People in the Home/The Family) work in this context?
My best guess is that I need to end up interacting more with my clan whatever that be, and through doing so, my self-confidence has a chance of increasing. But what is all the tiger stuff telling me on the road to that point?
It's reasonable to assume that I'm likely off-base so far -- wish I could, but I can't, seem to make heads or tails (ha) of these at my current level of understanding. So this is my broad request for ANY thoughts or insights you might share with me on this reading. I'm finding interpretation of the I Ching a really challenging (but rewarding!) new undertaking, and your assistance would be so appreciated!
Hex 10.2.3.4 becoming 37 was the answer I received.
In reading about these particular hexagrams, I can see that they seem to provide relevant info pertaining to my question, which is heartening (b/c I definitely don't always see connections yet in other readings), but I'm having trouble interpreting the overall message here. I actually relate to the story of 10.2 a lot:
"Nine in the second place means: Treading a smooth, level course. The perseverance of a dark man brings good fortune. -- The situation of a lonely sage is indicated here. He remains withdrawn from the bustle of life, seeks nothing, asks nothing of anyone, and travels through life un assailed, on a level road. Since he is content and does not challenge fate, he remains free of entanglements" (Wilhelm translation).
...I've been living a very reclusive life for a number of years now (which I'd really like to stop because, at this point, it's becoming clear it's definitely not the right course for me), but it's not been smooth sailing. In any case, I don't see how this changing line figures into this reading as an answer to my inquiry, especially since it's supposed to be reflecting on the specifics of dealing with my self-confidence ...and so I shouldn't read it as an affirmation/discussion of my current situation, I'm thinking, but some other interpretation/suggestion that is eluding me.
My questions:
-- How is hex 10 (Treading) to be interpreted here?
-- What do these changing lines suggest to you? What is the significance that the other lines were not included?
-- How does hex 37 (People in the Home/The Family) work in this context?
My best guess is that I need to end up interacting more with my clan whatever that be, and through doing so, my self-confidence has a chance of increasing. But what is all the tiger stuff telling me on the road to that point?
It's reasonable to assume that I'm likely off-base so far -- wish I could, but I can't, seem to make heads or tails (ha) of these at my current level of understanding. So this is my broad request for ANY thoughts or insights you might share with me on this reading. I'm finding interpretation of the I Ching a really challenging (but rewarding!) new undertaking, and your assistance would be so appreciated!