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Lin :: Approach

Supreme offering: auspicious :: In the eighth moon1 misfortune

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6 :: first
All approach. Auspicious.
You are in an inferior, subordinate and/or grieving position. At the same time you are the center of attention. Power and leadership come from withdrawing rather than advancing.
9 :: second
All approach. No doubt auspicious.
Your exemplary behavior and realism give you leadership and success. Breaking the chain of command is not hazardous. You are becoming a popular hero.
6 :: third
Sufficient approach. Be wary. No misfortune.
Do not harden your position or take things for granted. It is not yet the time for revolution. Hold back or withdraw like a mourner at the end of the funeral.
9 :: fourth
Approach won. No inauspicious omens.
You arrive at your goal (promotion, leadership and influence) so naturally that no jealousies or surprises threaten you. Everything is sweet.
9 :: fifth
Wise leadership. All approach appropriately. Auspicious.
Having risen to the role of leader you are self-disciplined and apply justice and wisdom to your reign. Everything and everyone finds a suitable place around you. Good fortune is prevalent.
6 :: top
Approach with sincerity and honesty. Supreme success.
Having risen from the ranks you hold onto power with integrity. Firmness may now be justly applied. With honesty, sincerity, and impartiality you can maintain great order.
Image

Lin is the name of an ancient "siege machine"2 and is about a fated opportunity to take over and replace the powers that be. Lin describes the rise, from the ranks, of a sincere person--a people's hero. Replacing a weak king, a lowly foot soldier advances to the top. Yang (new) is replacing yin (old) in a timely way. It is a revolution that is as natural as the return of Spring.

Lin also refers to the protocols for grieving at a funeral. As the old guard falls, it is important that the new leaders show them respect. This protocol of respect creates a smooth and dignified transference of power.

Auspices

You must be patient and appropriate in your progress, but do not procrastinate. The auspice is for forward action.

Good for marriage, travel, and progress of all kinds.
Bad for postponements and procrastination.
Comment

History records many leaders rising from obscurity to power. Despite their humble beginnings they are simply fated to lead. Lin provides guidance for those in a lowly position who are on their way to the top. It is also about old habits inevitably giving way to new inspiration.

In the process of replacing stale leadership it is important not to become a bully or look down upon those you replace. When Lin is divined a person in a subordinate position (new inspiration) is shown the natural way to gain control of a weakening hierarchy (hardened concepts). It is the journey from simplicity to majesty.

Other Correspondences
Business: Seeking promotion, salary raise, new investments, retirement, and restructuring or hiring new management.
Disharmonies: Toxicity, qi deficiency, and lower jiao imbalance.
Prognosis: Very Good. The illness in treated in a timely way and the patient quickly recovers.