“Our realization is through our own soul; the very realization of the self within the structured self is the greatest achievement.” Yogi Bhajan
Meditation: M043-19890623 See Your Soul Within Your Third Eye
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Tao Te Ching – Verse 55 – He who is in harmony with the Tao is like a newborn child
Tao Te Ching – Verse 55
He who is in harmony with the Tao
is like a newborn child.
Its bones are soft, its muscles are weak,
but its grip is powerful.
It doesn’t know about the union
of male and female, yet its member can stand erect, so intense is its vital power.
It can scream its head off all day,
yet it never becomes hoarse,
so complete is its harmony. Continue reading “Tao Te Ching – Verse 55 – He who is in harmony with the Tao is like a newborn child”
Today: “Affirm constantly that you are following your destiny. While keeping up, contemplate your intentions relative to your course before taking any action. Then you will not fall into the hands of fate.” from the I Ching
Affirm constantly that you are following your destiny. While keeping up, contemplate your intentions relative to your course before taking any action. Then you will not fall into the hands of fate.
See Tao Te Ching – Verse 54 – Whoever is planted in the Tao will not be rooted up
See Today: “Flexibility is a law of life. In our common language we call it compassion.” Yogi Bhajan
See the previous reading: Today: “Though you cannot handle everything on your own, you have the support of your assistants who have your back and can take up the slack. It’s a path to prosperity.” from the I Ching
See the previous previous reading: Today: “It is a tendency for people to follow leaders and movements that are coincident with their nature. It is a productive relationship when it is resonant with nature beyond personal ego and selfish ends.” from the I Ching
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Meditation: M074 – 920423 – Balance the Pineal and Pituitary
See Richard Wilhelm's translation for this reading
17 – Seventeen. Sui / Following
Thunder beneath the Lake’s surface.
Supreme success.
No mistakes if you keep to your course.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
Thunder from the Lake — the lulling, rhythmic roar of the faithful tide, eternally wearing away the stone of the shoreline, forever obedient to the phases of the moon.
The pull of the moon on the tide is the Following called for now.
As mighty as the tide is in its own right, it is ever the puppet of the invisible, irresistible gravity of the moon.
What cyclical forces pull you along?
Are you futilely attempting to resist a natural attraction?
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| The trigram Tui, the Joyous, whose attribute is gladness, is above; Chên, the Arousing, which has the attribute of movement, is below. Joy in movement induces following. The Joyous is the youngest daughter, while the Arousing is the eldest son. An older man defers to a young girl and shows her consideration. By this he moves her to follow him.THE JUDGEMENT
FOLLOWING has supreme success. In order to obtain a following one must first know how to adapt oneself. If a man would rule he must first learn to serve, for only in this way does he secure from those below him the joyous assent that is necessary if they are to follow him. If he has to obtain a following by force or cunning, by conspiracy or by creating factions, he invariably arouses resistance, which obstructs willing adherence. But even joyous movement can lead to evil consequences, hence the added stipulation, “Perseverance furthers” – that is, consistency in doing right – together with “No blame.” Just as we should not ask others to follow us unless this condition is fulfilled, so it is only under this condition that we can in turn follow others without coming to harm.
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THE IMAGE Thunder in the middle of the lake: In the autumn electricity withdraws into the earth again and rests. Here it is the thunder in the middle of the lake that serves as the image – thunder in its winter rest, not thunder in motion. The idea of following in the sense of adaptation to the demands of the time grows out of this image. Thunder in the middle of the lake indicates times of darkness and rest. Similarly, a superior man, after being tirelessly active all day, allows himself rest and recuperation at night. No situation can become favorable till one is able to adapt to it and does not wear himself out with mistaken resistance. |
Today: “Flexibility is a law of life. In our common language we call it compassion.” Yogi Bhajan
“Flexibility is a law of life. In our common language we call it compassion.” Yogi Bhajan
Tao Te Ching – Verse 54 – Whoever is planted in the Tao will not be rooted up
Tao Te Ching – Verse 54
Whoever is planted in the Tao
will not be rooted up.
Whoever embraces the Tao
will not slip away.
Her name will be held in honor
from generation to generation.
Continue reading “Tao Te Ching – Verse 54 – Whoever is planted in the Tao will not be rooted up”
Today: “Though you cannot handle everything on your own, you have the support of your assistants who have your back and can take up the slack. It’s a path to prosperity.” from the I Ching
Though you cannot handle everything on your own, you have the support of your assistants who have your back and can take up the slack. It’s a path to prosperity.
See Tao Te Ching – Verse 53 – The great Way is easy, yet people prefer the side paths
See the previous reading: Today: “It is a tendency for people to follow leaders and movements that are coincident with their nature. It is a productive relationship when it is resonant with nature beyond personal ego and selfish ends.” from the I Ching
See the previous previous reading: Today: “A leader must never act offensively with his own people and never invade another country for non-defensive reasons.” from the I Ching
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Meditation: M074 – 920423 – Balance the Pineal and Pituitary
See Richard Wilhelm's translation for this reading
35 – Thirty-Five. Chin / Aspiration
The Sun shines down upon the Earth:
Constantly honing and refining his brilliance, the Superior Person is a Godsend to his people.
They repay his benevolence with a herd of horses, and he is granted audience three times in a single day.
Promotion.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
This is a time of reward for good works.
Those you have helped want to show their gratitude.
Benefits come both from on high and from the humble you uplifted.
Accept all gifts graciously, though the reward may not be what you truly need or hoped for.
Some may bestow more than they can afford to give, but you must realize that they need to feel that they have repaid you.
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Six in the third place means: He is chosen unanimously to carry out the will of the people. All are in accord. Remorse disappears.
Blackbeard battle |
| A man strives onward, in association with others whose backing encourages him. This dispels any cause for regret over the fact that he does not have enough independence to triumph unaided over every hostile turn of fate. |
55 – Fifty-Five. Fêng / Abundance
Thunder and Lightning from the dark heart of the storm:
The Superior Person judges fairly, so that consequences are just.
The leader reaches his peak and doesn’t lament the descent before him.
Be like the noonday sun at its zenith.
This is success.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
You are in a position of authority in this situation.
Archetypally, you are the New King, returned from your quest to claim your throne.
However, you are enlightened enough to realize that you are merely a part of a cycle, and that you must someday yield your throne to the new kid in town, the younger, faster gunslinger, the young turk, the next returning hero, the next New King.
Fretting about the inevitable descent is senseless.
For now you must play your role to the hilt and use this gift of power to govern your world as best you can.
You are the best person for the job.
That’s why you were chosen.
Give it your personal best.
Today: “If we all had to die for our mistakes, none of us would be alive. We commit mistakes every day.” – Yogi Bhajan
“If we all had to die for our mistakes, none of us would be alive. We commit mistakes every day. But there is a protective hand around us all the time. It is life’s magnetic field, the psyche of individual existence. The psyche of individual existence creates a magnetic field in which the vibratory level must keep itself on channel and in tune; and that is why we are above, although we are in the physical form.”
Yogi Bhajan
Meditation: LA719 930303 – Magnetic Field – Sacred Space
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Tao Te Ching – Verse 53 – The great Way is easy, yet people prefer the side paths
Tao Te Ching – Verse 53
The great Way is easy,
yet people prefer the side paths.
Be aware when things are out of balance.
Stay centered within the Tao. Continue reading “Tao Te Ching – Verse 53 – The great Way is easy, yet people prefer the side paths”
Today: “It is a tendency for people to follow leaders and movements that are coincident with their nature. It is a productive relationship when it is resonant with nature beyond personal ego and selfish ends.” from the I Ching
It is a tendency for people to follow leaders and movements that are coincident with their nature. It is a productive relationship when it is resonant with nature beyond personal ego and selfish ends.
In order to obtain a following one must first know how to adapt oneself. If a man would rule he must first learn to serve, for only in this way does he secure from those below him the joyous assent that is necessary if they are to follow him. If he has to obtain a following by force or cunning, by conspiracy or by creating factions, he invariably arouses resistance, which obstructs willing adherence.
See Today: “The physical body is a temple. Take care of it.” – Yogi Bhajan
See the previous reading: Today: “A leader must never act offensively with his own people and never invade another country for non-defensive reasons.” from the I Ching
See the previous previous reading: Today: “It is best not to flaunt newfound wealth. It breeds jealousy among those left behind. Project who you are, not what you have.” from the I Ching
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Meditation: LA847-19950816-Unity-Your Magnetic Field of the Total Self Will Become One
Meditation: M074 – 920423 – Balance the Pineal and Pituitary
See Richard Wilhelm's translation for this reading
17 – Seventeen Sui / Following
Thunder beneath the Lake’s surface.
The Superior Person allows himself plenty of sheltered rest and recuperation while awaiting a clear sign to follow.
Supreme success.
No mistakes if you keep to your course.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
Thunder from the Lake — the lulling, rhythmic roar of the faithful tide, eternally wearing away the stone of the shoreline, forever obedient to the phases of the moon.
The pull of the moon on the tide is the Following called for now.
As mighty as the tide is in its own right, it is ever the puppet of the invisible, irresistible gravity of the moon.
What cyclical forces pull you along?
Are you futilely attempting to resist a natural attraction?
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above: Tui / The Joyous, Lake | |
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below: Chên / The Arousing, Thunder | |
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| The trigram Tui, the Joyous, whose attribute is gladness, is above; Chên, the Arousing, which has the attribute of movement, is below. Joy in movement induces following. The Joyous is the youngest daughter, while the Arousing is the eldest son. An older man defers to a young girl and shows her consideration. By this he moves her to follow him.
THE JUDGEMENT FOLLOWING has supreme success. In order to obtain a following one must first know how to adapt oneself. If a man would rule he must first learn to serve, for only in this way does he secure from those below him the joyous assent that is necessary if they are to follow him. If he has to obtain a following by force or cunning, by conspiracy or by creating factions, he invariably arouses resistance, which obstructs willing adherence. But even joyous movement can lead to evil consequences, hence the added stipulation, “Perseverance furthers” – that is, consistency in doing right – together with “No blame.” Just as we should not ask others to follow us unless this condition is fulfilled, so it is only under this condition that we can in turn follow others without coming to harm.
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THE IMAGE Thunder in the middle of the lake: In the autumn electricity withdraws into the earth again and rests. Here it is the thunder in the middle of the lake that serves as the image – thunder in its winter rest, not thunder in motion. The idea of following in the sense of adaptation to the demands of the time grows out of this image. Thunder in the middle of the lake indicates times of darkness and rest. Similarly, a superior man, after being tirelessly active all day, allows himself rest and recuperation at night. No situation can become favorable till one is able to adapt to it and does not wear himself out with mistaken resistance. |
Today: “Awareness is the total sum of the individual’s acknowledgment of the universal existence around him.” Yogi Bhajan
“Awareness is the total sum of the individual’s acknowledgment of the universal existence around him. Anyone who is very much extended in that sphere will find a greater happiness in his relationship to the infinity around him.” Yogi Bhajan
Meditation: NM335 – A00111 Connect Up to Infinity
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Tao Te Ching – Verse 52 – In the beginning was the Tao. All things issue from it; all things return to it.
Tao Te Ching – Verse 52
In the beginning was the Tao.
All things issue from it;
all things return to it.
To find the origin,
trace back the manifestations.
When you recognize the children
and find the mother,
you will be free of sorrow.
Continue reading “Tao Te Ching – Verse 52 – In the beginning was the Tao. All things issue from it; all things return to it.”
Today: “A leader must never act offensively with his own people and never invade another country for non-defensive reasons.” from the I Ching
A leader must never act offensively with his own people nor invade another country for non-defensive reasons.
See Tao Te Ching – Verse 51 – Every being in the universe is an expression of the Tao
See Today: “The physical body is a temple. Take care of it.” – Yogi Bhajan
See the previous reading: Today: “It is best not to flaunt newfound wealth. It breeds jealousy among those left behind. Project who you are, not what you have.” from the I Ching
See the previous previous reading: Today: “You have worked hard to get to where you are. Call on your wisdom to use it well.” from the I Ching
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Meditation: M074 – 920423 – Balance the Pineal and Pituitary
See Richard Wilhelm's translation for this reading
35 – Thirty-Five. Chin / Aspiration
The Sun shines down upon the Earth:
Constantly honing and refining his brilliance, the Superior Person is a Godsend to his people.
They repay his benevolence with a herd of horses, and he is granted audience three times in a single day.
Promotion.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
This is a time of reward for good works.
Those you have helped want to show their gratitude.
Benefits come both from on high and from the humble you uplifted.
Accept all gifts graciously, though the reward may not be what you truly need or hoped for.
Some may bestow more than they can afford to give, but you must realize that they need to feel that they have repaid you.
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Nine at the top means:
Gemsbucks |
| Making progress with lowered horns – i.e., acting on the offensive – is permissible, in times like those referred to here, only in dealing with the mistakes of one’s own people. Even then we must bear in mind that proceeding on the offensive may always be dangerous. In this way we avoid the mistakes that otherwise threaten, and succeed in what we set out to do. On the other hand, perseverance in such overenergetic behavior, especially toward persons with whom there is no close connection, will lead to humiliation. |
16 – Sixteen. Yü / Enthusiasm
Thunder comes resounding out of the Earth:
Similar thunder roars up from the masses when the Superior Person strikes a chord in their hearts.
Whip up enthusiasm, rally your forces, and move boldly forward.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
There is a rhythmic force, a world music, that lives deep in the Unconscious of each of us.
It’s a primitive drumbeat, a shaking rattle, a tribal chant that invokes the primal self to rise up and join the dance.
This is the enthusiasm that is generated now.
Not rhetorical persuasion, not a play on the emotions, but a charismatic, irresistible Call of the Wild.
Confucius said that the person who could comprehend this could ‘rule the world as though it were spinning in his hand.’
This is a time for instinct, not intellect — the Thunder from the Beneath.
Today: “Activity with responsibility, honesty, and self-consciousness leads to God-consciousness. That is karma yoga.” – Yogi Bhajan
“Activity with responsibility, honesty, and self-consciousness leads to God-consciousness. That is karma yoga.”
Yogi Bhajan
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Tao Te Ching – Verse 51 – Every being in the universe is an expression of the Tao
Tao Te Ching – Verse 51
Every being in the universe
is an expression of the Tao.
It springs into existence,
unconscious, perfect, free,
takes on a physical body,
lets circumstances complete it.
That is why every being
spontaneously honors the Tao.
Continue reading “Tao Te Ching – Verse 51 – Every being in the universe is an expression of the Tao”
Today: “It is best not to flaunt newfound wealth. It breeds jealousy among those left behind. Project who you are, not what you have.” from the I Ching
It is best not to flaunt newfound wealth. It breeds jealousy among those left behind. Project who you are, not what you have.
See Tao Te Ching – Verse 50 – The Master gives himself up to whatever the moment brings
See the previous reading: Today: “You have worked hard to get to where you are. Call on your wisdom to use it well.” from the I Ching
See the previous previous reading: Today: “Stay on the path of your highest aspirations, no matter how many times you are distracted and thrown off course. Keep up.” from the I Ching
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Meditation: NM0406 – Know the Best of You – Share the Best with Others
Meditation: M074 – 920423 – Balance the Pineal and Pituitary
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40 – Forty. Hsieh / Liberation
A Thunderous Cloudburst shatters the oppressive humidity:
The Superior Person knows the release in forgiveness, pardoning the faults of others and dealing gently with those who sin against him.
It pays to accept things as they are for now.
If there is nothing else to be gained, a return brings good fortune.
If there is something yet to be gained, act on it at once.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
The relief you experience here is not your own personal pardon, but the release of others from your rigid expectations.
Like a hot air balloon, you will rise to new heights as you cast the heavy sandbags of resentments and restrictions away from you.
Feel the lightness of being that results from forgiving others and accepting them as they are.
Free yourself of the endless vigil of policing the behavior of others.
See them for who they are, not what they can or can’t do for you.
Six in the third place means:
The porter carries his burden in a gilded carriage well beyond his means.
This attracts not only the resentment of his peers, but bandits as well.
Injury and humiliation ahead.
If a man carries a burden on his back
And nonetheless rides in a carriage,
He thereby encourages robbers to draw near.
Perseverance leads to humiliation.
Chinese carriage
This refers to a man who has come out of needy circumstances into comfort and freedom from want. If now, in the manner of an upstart, he tries to take his ease in comfortable surroundings that do not suit his nature, he thereby attracts robbers. If he goes on thus he is sure to bring disgrace upon himself. Kongfu (Confucius) says about this line:
Carrying a burden on the back is the business of a common man; a carriage is the appurtenance of a man of rank. Now, when a common man uses the appurtenance of man of rank, robbers plot to take it away from him. If a man is insolent toward those above him and hard toward those below him, robbers plot to attack him. Carelessness in guarding things tempts thieves to steal. Sumptuous ornaments worn by a maiden are an enticement to rob her of her virtue.
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‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’, circa 1665 – 1667 – Johannes Vermeer
Mauritshuis – The Hague – Holland
32 – Thirty-Two. Hêng / Durability
Arousing Thunder and penetrating Wind.
Close companions in any storm:
The Superior Person possesses a resiliency and durability that lets him remain firmly and faithfully on course.
Such constancy deserves success.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
Endurance is the key to success in this situation.
However, durability is not synonymous with stone-like rigidity.
True resilience requires a flexibility that allows adaptation to any adverse condition, while still remaining true to the core.
Can you maintain your integrity under any circumstance?
Can you influence the situation without giving opposing forces anything to resist?
Then you will endure to reach your goal.
Today: “If you engage your mind, you can be your real self, and you will realize happiness is your birthright.” – Yogi Bhajan
“If you engage your mind, you can be your real self, and you will realize happiness is your birthright. You will decide to at least try to drop your mind’s bad habits to be commotional, fearful, and limited. Try to engage your mind in sadhana. Try to get up in the early morning. Try to understand that the time is now and now is the time.”
Yogi Bhajan
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