05/09/2026
Hello friends! This is a reading from April 23rd that I reflected on today. It started as a I Ching reading then I pulled tarot cards for the 2nd half. The reference book I used: Huang’s the Complete I Ching
Drawings recorded with a Eco (F), inked with Thunderstorm, on paper
The main inquiry was “what happens when I focus my attention on my self and my work?”
The primary gua (using a coin method) was 25 - Wu Wang - Without Falsehood. I see that as a reminder for operating with integrity and honesty, my renewed focus on my own work enables it to be a vehicle for success. Be in the natural state of an individual. Allow my business to be an authentic reflection of me and my values
I have been very community focused the last few years, putting energy out to the world. I’ve been mindfully wanting to shift that inwards, towards myself/my business, to see what may grow from that
For the second gua we took the 1st gua transformed, the 6th line was moving Yang and so 25 turned into 17 - Sui - Following. According with, moving with delight, forward with joy. To lead, learn to be led. How can one influence others to follow? Accompanying amiably, sublimely prosperous and smooth
At this point I decided to pivot and pull tarot cards. I’ve been branching out into I Ching and wanted to see what came from combining them
First card was VII - The Chariot - representing individual drive, ambition, force of will, reaching goals through self-discipline and focused determination. I am in control of my surrounding, reigning in opposing forces to decide my direction
The second card pulled was the Ace of Swords - mental strength and courage, independent mind, strategic thinking. Intellectual enthusiasm, a new mental conquest to work on my dharma. Cutting through cloudy thoughts of doubt, ambiguity, and seeing things clearly. I can use strong, honest, clear communication to attain my goals and grow my business
I’m so grateful to have these tools, they connect me to the Tao and my higher power. Thank you for reading!