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What if true progress wasn’t about an endless chase for success, but about finding the perfect balance between ambition and contentment?  This question cuts to the heart of what we’re exploring today. The idea of Hex 35 – Progress represents the dynamic interplay between striving for success and savouring the present. Too often, progress feels … Read more

The Power of Play in Transformation When was the last time you truly played—not for achievement, not for the sake of productivity, but simply for the joy of it? For many of us, adults especially, play is relegated to the realm of childhood as something frivolous, perhaps even indulgent. Yet, the act of play holds … Read more

The Art of Networking: Building Genuine Connections  It’s easy to understand why networking has a bad image these days. All too often, it boils down to hasty business card swaps, random LinkedIn requests, and pointless chitchat.  In truth, though… true networking focuses less on quantity and more on quality; it’s about forging meaningful connections. It’s … Read more

Introduction  Have you ever felt like life was moving too fast, leaving you adrift and disconnected? There is a profound sense of fulfilment that comes when we align ourselves with life’s natural rhythms. Hex 2, “Field,” offers guidance on navigating these cycles. It invites us to cultivate a mindset of openness, absorb the lessons each … Read more

Your Path to Reinvention and Return Have you ever experienced a failure so profound that it forced you to pause, reflect, and rediscover your true path? While failure can often feel like hitting rock bottom, it has the potential to be a powerful teacher, guiding us back to who we truly are.  This article explores … Read more

Embracing Altruism in Everyday Nourishment  Have you ever truly paused to savour a meal, feeling not just nourished but deeply connected to the world around you? Beyond feeding the body, nourishment shapes relationships, communities and even our emotional wellbeing. Yet, the way we approach it often reveals far more about us than we realise. Can … Read more

Starting a new career in later life may feel like stepping into unfamiliar territory. But, much like the season of spring, it’s a time for renewal and new beginnings—a chance to plant the seeds of fresh ideas and watch them bloom. Drawing inspiration from I Ching Hexagram 42, Increase, we’ll explore how you can ride … Read more

Harnessing Life’s Shocks for New Awareness Introduction  Life has a way of shaking us awake. A chance encounter at a career crossroads, the loss of something you thought was permanent, or even a seemingly trivial moment like a passing remark—these shocks disrupt the status quo and thrust us into uncomfortable yet transformational spaces.  But here’s … Read more

  Introduction Life can throw us into some sticky situations, can’t it? You’re outranked, overpowered, or stuck facing a proper knot of a problem. It feels a bit like having something jammed between your teeth – uncomfortable and demanding a firm response. That’s where the I Ching’s Hexagram 21, “Shì Kè” (Biting Through), comes in. … Read more