This hexagram symbolizes stagnation. How should you take action in times of adversity? What you need at this time is not knowledge, but wisdom. You need to work harder, show courage, and find ways to overcome difficulties.

Your wisdom tells you that in adverse time, although you are willing to work hard and over come difficulties that you must be careful in each step you are taking.

Do not let your “ideals” of “high standards” you set for yourself drag you down as take failures as insults, criticisms, or even abuses. We must be realistic to the situation and face problems with calmness, goodwill, integrity, and honesty.

Remaining positive is a must. If you always complain, you will successfully teach your subconscious mind to believe in failures. This power is very scary.

9 on Line 6: maintain inner peace and be in harmony with nature;

9 on Line 5: don’t go against nature or misunderstand nature’s intention.;

9 on Line 4: activate your inner strength;

6 on Line 3: stop self-criticism;

6 on Line 2: external environment can only be changed by the will of your heart.;

6 on Line 1: when you meditate, believe that you have great power, and trust it;