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Yijing = Nature’s Law = Strategy for Life

Yijing (易经) is not just about divination — it is about understanding change, because nature is always changing, and Yijing reflects nature.

In Nature:

  • Spring becomes Summer, then Autumn and Winter.
  • The sun rises, reaches a peak, and then sets.
  • Even the strongest tree bends in a storm to avoid breaking.

In Yijing terms, this is called “Flow with Change”, or “Respond According to Time and Position”.

Practical Example from Sun Tzu’s Art of War:

Sun Tzu said:

"Do not go into battle until the conditions are favorable. Know the terrain, know the weather, and most importantly, know yourself and your enemy."

This is Yijing in action:

If you’re facing a stronger competitor (like Hexagram 33: 遯 “Retreat”), it’s wise to pull back strategically and wait for timing.

If momentum is with you (Hexagram 46: 升 “Rising”), act boldly, because nature is pushing you upwards.

✅ Just like weather, you don't fight the storm — you adjust your sails.

Practical Example from SuperME:

In SuperME, we say:

“I am not defined by my past. I respond with Purpose, Love, and Gratitude — no matter what happens.”

This is also Yijing thinking:

When facing setbacks (e.g., betrayal, loss, failure), instead of blaming (Survival-Me), we ask:

👉 “What is the change required now?”

👉 “What energy is the universe showing me?”

👉 “Where am I in the Yijing cycle: beginning, peak, or decline?”

Let’s say your business slows down. SuperME doesn’t panic. It reads the Hexagram of the moment (e.g., Hexagram 24: Return) and says:

“This is a cycle. Let’s return to core values and restart with a fresh heart.”

YAS: Yijing + Art of War + SuperME = the Ultimate GPS

Yijing says change is constant, Art of War says must be strategic and adapt.  SuperME says embrace every phase

Yijing says timing is key, Art of War says Attack strong and fast, SuperME says act when aligned

Yijing says harmonize with nature, Art of War says harmonize when you know yourself and your opponents, SuperME says align with inner truth

Yijing says move with the cycles, Art of War is about being flexible with the situation, SuperME says Respond, not react

Final Thought:

When you know Yijing, you stop guessing and start flowing.

When you apply Sun Tzu, you stop struggling and start winning without fighting.

When you live as SuperME, you stop fearing change and start using it as a power tool for breakthrough.

💬 Want to experience this in action?
Join my upcoming class on 15 Oct 9 am to 12.30 pm at https://asiatrainers.org/yjlead  or get the 3-book bundle here

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