I Ching Hexagram 61
This week is a deep dive into the I Ching, understanding the strong pull of familiarity and contracts that no one has signed. Finally following our 'North Star'.
Chung Fu or "Inner Truth"
(Guiding us into the depths of our inner being)
The Book of Changes | Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life
The I Ching, also known as the Book of Changes, is one of the most ancient and revered texts in Taoist philosophy. Rather than offering fixed predictions, it acts as a wise companion, inviting us to pause, reflect, and align more deeply with the natural rhythms of life.
Structured around 64 hexagrams, each formed by six lines (either solid yang or broken yin), the I Ching speaks in symbolic language that reveals the ever-shifting balance between movement and stillness, action and receptivity. It is not a tool for fortune-telling, but rather for deep understanding. When we consult it, we are not asking “What will happen?” but “How can I return to balance, truth, and flow?”
The I Ching is compelling when used as a reflective tool or meditation aid. Simply sitting with a Hexagram can open up a space of quiet insight. It encourages a dialogue between our surface thoughts and our deeper knowing, offering clarity without force and perspective without judgement.
In this week’s journal, we begin with Hexagram 61 “Chung Fu”– Inner Truth, a beautiful entry point for those new to this ancient text. Its message reminds us that authentic change begins not with action, but with inner sincerity and alignment. In the stillness of meditation or quiet contemplation, its wisdom unfolds softly, guiding us back to our Shen, our spiritual essence, and the natural flow of wu wei.
Let this be your invitation to explore. Breathe gently. Read slowly. And allow the teachings to find their way into your rhythm.