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Yijing teaches us to be good, to be strong internally, and to be in harmony with nature. So where does love fit into this? Love is actually the hidden energy behind all three. When Yijing talks about being good , it isn’t moral preaching. It means your intentions must be pure. When your heart carries love, real love for people, for your work, for life,  your actions become upright, your decisions become clearer, and your results become smoother.  Love guides goodness. When Yijing talks about being internally strong , that strength is not toughness. It is stability.  A person full of love is emotionally steady. Love calms the mind, relaxes the body, and keeps your Qi flowing smoothly. That is true inner strength, a strength that cannot be shaken by circumstances. When Yijing talks about harmony with nature , it means aligning with the natural flow of life. Love is the highest form of alignment. When your heart is warm, open, and connected, you sense timing bet...

How Chagee Used Yijing to Beat Starbucks Many people wonder how a young Asian brand like Chagee could rise so fast and become a serious challenger to Starbucks , the world’s coffee giant. The answer lies in the wisdom of Yijing , the study of change. First, Chagee understands Oneness . While Starbucks sees itself as a coffee company, Chagee sees itself as part of people’s lifestyle and emotional space. It unites the old and new, East and West, tea and trend. This sense of Oneness allows it to move with the times yet stay rooted in its essence. Second, Chagee mastered Yin and Yang . Where Starbucks represents strong, masculine, and global energy, Chagee brings soft, feminine, and local energy. Yin does not fight Yang. Instead, it balances and complements it. When coffee culture became too heavy and serious, Chagee came in with lightness, beauty, and flow. That is Yin winning through harmony. Third, Chagee moves with the Ba Gua , or the eight trigrams of life. Each outlet reflects a...

Mixue Success due to Yijing?    As of today (Nov 2025), in terms of store count, Mixue has 45,000 worldwide, exceeding 43,000 of McDonald's. Mixue is a public-listed company in Hong Kong (not listed in China).  It's financials shows that it is a profitable business with 12% net profit margin.   Yijing 6 Concepts that Mixue uses: 1. Oneness: Joy .  Their song, adapted from 'Oh Susana', gives people joy outside the store.  "I love you, you love me, Mixue Ice Cream and Tea" 2. Yin Yang balance : Keep prices low (yang) but consistent quality (yin) through tight control of the supply chain. Prices range from S$1.50 to S$3.50, whereas in China it is RMB2 to RMB10.  3. Bagua or 8 Trigrams: Qian Kun Kan Li Xun Zhen Gen Dui. Mixue has all the Bagua elements of leadership, easy-going, flexible, passion, consistency, fast expansion, stick to values and giving us joy.  4. The hexagram that Mixue uses the most is number 1 Qian.  This hexagram says ...

The Ancient Chinese View of LOVE (Through Sun Tzu · Yijing · Dao De Jing) 💖 LOVE is not emotion — it is energy, harmony, and wisdom in action. ⚔️ Sun Tzu’s Art of War — Love that Protects “Treat your soldiers as your own children, and they will follow you into the deepest valleys.” — Chapter 10: Terrain Love = Benevolent leadership Leads through care, not fear Wins without fighting Protects people and preserves life 💡 The highest skill in war is not to destroy, but to protect. ☯️ Yijing  (The Book of Changes) — Love that Balances “When the heart is open and truthful, even distant hearts respond.” — Hexagram 61: Inner Truth Love = Harmony between Yin and Yang Builds connection through sincerity Flows naturally between Heaven and Earth Creates peace through resonance, not control 💡 Love is alignment — not possession. 🌿 D ao De Jing — Love that Embraces All “I have three treasures: compassion, simplicity, and humility.” — Chapter 67...

1. Yijing Teaches “Know the Flow Before You Act” (先知而后行) AI acts fast, but it doesn’t feel the flow. Humans guided by Yijing sense the timing and energy of situations — knowing when to act, how to act, and when not to act. Yijing helps you detect the Qi movement behind events — whether energy is rising, stabilizing, or declining — so your decisions are in rhythm with the invisible current. When you act in flow, AI becomes your tool of timing , not your master of action . 🧭 Application: Use Yijing principles like the 64 Hexagrams or Yin–Yang transitions to decide what to automate , what to humanize , and what to pause — before technology makes the choice for you. 2. Yijing Reminds Us: The Human Mind is Yin–Yang, AI is Only Yang AI represents pure Yang — logic, computation, and speed. But Yijing shows that without Yin — intuition, empathy, reflection — pure Yang burns out or collapses. To re-place AI, leaders must bring back Yin : Pause to sense energy, not just ...

🌍 The 3 Biggest Global Trends Right Now — and How Yijing Helps Us Navigate Them 1. Overload of Data, Yet Shortage of Clarity Trend: We live in an era of information inflation. AI, analytics, and instant data feed us millions of inputs — yet leaders and professionals increasingly struggle to make clear, timely, and wise decisions. How Yijing Helps: The Yijing is the original decision-making system in uncertainty — it helps leaders find patterns in chaos. Instead of drowning in information, you learn to see energy movements — what is rising, declining, transforming. The practice of consulting Yijing teaches clarity through simplicity — identifying the one decisive factor that matters most. 2. Constant Change, Yet Emotional Rigidity Trend: People and organizations face rapid technological, social, and cultural changes — but emotionally, many are stuck. Stress, burnout, and fear of failure block agility. How Yijing Helps: Yijing is literally the Book of Change (易) — its entire philosophy ...

Beyond Good or Bad: What Yijing Taught Me You know, people often tell me, “Andy, you’re so good at what you do.” And sometimes, others say, “Andy, you’re not that good.” For a long time, I wondered — which one is true? Am I good, or am I not good enough? But now, at the age of 62, I’ve realised something profound: there is no good or bad. It’s all a matter of perspective. When I began to study the Yijing, the Book of Changes, I discovered the wisdom of Yin and Yang — the two sides of everything. Yin represents what is hidden, what cannot be seen. Yang represents what is visible, what is expressed. So when people say, “You’re good,” they are simply recognising the visible side of me — the yang, the part they can see. But that’s not the whole picture. Every light has a shadow, and every shadow has light within it. That’s why the Yijing teaches that within Yin there is Yang, and within Yang there is Yin. Once I understood this, my heart became calm. When people say I’m good, I smile and s...

Y ijing (I Ching) emphasizes intuition not as a mystical shortcut, but as the highest level of wisdom — one that arises when knowledge, experience, and timing merge into harmony. Here’s why it teaches that intuition is the only sustainable way to make decisions and solve problems : 1. Logic Works Only for Known Variables — Life Has Too Many Unknowns Yijing teaches that the world is in constant change (变, bian ). Rational analysis depends on fixed data, but most real-life decisions happen amid uncertainty. Intuition bridges this gap — it reads the “energy between the lines,” sensing direction when data is incomplete. Hexagram 57, Xun (巽 — Wind) : move gently, yet penetrate deeply — this is intuition in motion. 2. Intuition Aligns You with the Flow of the Dao (道) The Dao represents the natural rhythm of the universe. When you decide purely by logic or ego, you go against that flow. When you decide by intuition, you sense timing — what the Yijing calls “knowing when to ad...

SuperME Is Rooted in the Wisdom of Yijing (I Ching) Have you ever felt like you're changing, but the world keeps seeing the old version of you? Have you ever asked: Why do I keep shrinking myself to fit others’ expectations? I asked myself the same thing—and then I found SuperME. But what surprised me even more was discovering that the roots of SuperME are already thousands of years old—hidden inside one of the oldest books in the world: Yijing." 1: Strength is the Core of SuperME and Yijing  "SuperME teaches us: Don’t let others define you. Be strong in your identity. That’s exactly what Hexagram 1 Qian (The Creative) in Yijing says: ‘Be like Qian (The Universe). Constantly renewing, never yielding.’ True strength isn’t force—it’s resilience. It’s the power to stay centered, even when people doubt you, or when the world falls apart. And that strength… begins from within." 2:  Authenticity—Be Real, Not a Mask  "Yijing structures every hexagram with two parts: •...

Yes, it's true. SuperME does have philosophical and structural roots in Yijing (I Ching), even if indirectly. 1. Strength: Inner Power Over Outer Influence “Yijing teaches us to be strong, and so does SuperME.” Yes. In Yijing, especially Hexagram 1 Qian (The Creative), strength is not about aggression but about self-discipline, moral clarity, and unshakable alignment with natural laws. It’s strength rooted in Dao, not ego. SuperME, similarly, teaches us to stand strong in who we are, and not be swayed by others’ opinions, which is Hexagram 10 Lü (Treading)—walk carefully but firmly on dangerous ground with dignity. 🧠 Connection: Yijing gives us the wisdom of strength, while SuperME gives us the framework to live it daily. 2. Authenticity: The Inner Trigram as the Real You “SuperME is about being real. Yijing teaches us to examine the lower trigram—the inner world.” Yijing's hexagram is read from the bottom up, because change begins within. The lower trigram represents your inn...

Why Most People Undervalue Yijing — Until Now  For thousands of years, the Yijing (Book of Changes) has held the secrets of prosperity, clarity, and timing. Yet most people dismiss it — thinking it’s just about hexagrams. But Decoding the Wealth Codes with Yijing changes everything. One reader said: “Now I know Yijing has 6 concepts, not just the hexagrams. My mind is blown.” Another revealed: “Andy has given us the road map not just to 1 kind of wealth, but to 12 dimensions of wealth. This is life-changing.” Inside, you’ll uncover: How to decode your birth-date hexagram and discover your personal wealth flow. The 6 hidden concepts of Yijing that go far beyond what most people ever learn. A practical system to grow in all 12 types of wealth — from financial to family, contribution, and growth. How to spot cycles of change and turn downturns into opportunities. This book is not theory — it is your personal road map to becoming wealthier in every area of life. Don’t wait until others...

Top 5 Ways You Can Close Every Sale When You Know Yijing: 1. Read the Energy Before You Speak Yijing teaches: Everything is energy—and each situation has its own "gua" or hexagram, representing a unique energetic pattern. 💼 In Sales: Before every conversation, observe the client’s mood, environment, energy, and intention. Don’t rush into “pitching.” Instead, feel their rhythm and adjust your tone accordingly.  Example: If the client is in a defensive energy (like Hexagram 29 Kan 坎 – The Abyss), don’t push. Use patience and empathy instead. 2. Use Yin–Yang Timing: Push Less, Pull More Yijing teaches: There’s a time to act (Yang) and a time to wait (Yin). Success comes when you act at the right moment. 💼 In Sales: Don’t follow up blindly or pressure too hard. Instead, use Yin-Yang dynamics: Be soft and open (Yin) to build trust. Be clear and direct (Yang) when the energy is right. Wait for the "ripeness" of the deal before closing—just like Hexagram 5 Xu (Waiting). ...

Ancient Meets Modern Yijing (I Ching): The classic Chinese system of change, balance, and inner wisdom. SuperME: Your authentic, awakened self—living with Purpose, Love, and Gratitude (PLG). What Yijing Would Tell SuperME "You are not here to conquer the world. You are here to align with it. To know yourself is to move with Qian (Universe) and Kun (Earth)." 1. On Purpose (道 Dao) Yijing says: “Your purpose is not found. It is revealed when you align with your true nature.” Hexagram 1 Qian (The Creative): You are born with a seed of greatness. Cultivate it through right action and noble character. Hexagram 24 Fu (Return): When you feel lost, return to your original intention. The Dao is not outside you—it is in your next step. SuperME Application: Your SuperME already has purpose. But the path unfolds as you stay aligned with your essence, not with the world’s noise. Don’t chase purpose. Become it. 2. On Love (仁 Ren) Yijing says: “Real power is not in force, but in resonance. L...

What Would Yijing Tell Sun Tzu About How to Fight in War? Sun Tzu’s Art of War is rooted in strategy, timing, and advantage, and Yijing would not contradict him—but rather deepen his view by embedding it within the natural cycles of change and energy. Yijing’s Message to Sun Tzu: “Victory is not won by strength alone but by alignment with Dao—the unseen flow of nature. Understand the timing (Tian 天), the terrain (Di 地), the people (Ren 人), and your own inner clarity (Xin 心). Act when Universe and Earth are aligned.” Wisdom in Hexagrams: Hexagram 2 Kun (Receptive): True power lies in stillness and timing, not aggression. Wait for the right moment to strike, as a tiger waits in the grass. Hexagram 23 Bo (Splitting Apart): Overreaching leads to collapse. Withdraw to preserve strength when the world is in decay. Hexagram 49 Ge (Revolution): Change must be timely and backed by moral clarity. Only act when your values align with the greater good. Yin-Yang Advice: “Let Yang prepare the army, ...

Why Strangers Appreciate You More Than People Who've Known You for Years In the study of Yijing (I Ching), every hexagram is made up of two trigrams: the lower trigram (representing your inner world—your subjective reality) and the upper trigram (representing the external world—objective perception). When interpreting any hexagram, we always start from the bottom—the lower trigram—because that’s where things originate: within. This is your inner self, your identity, your values, your energy. Now, think about the people who have known you for a long time—your family, old classmates, long-time colleagues. They see you through the lens of the past. Their perception of you was formed years ago, and unfortunately, it often gets stuck there. Even if you’ve evolved, grown, and transformed, they still relate to the version of you they once knew. Their perspective is subjective, rooted in memory and emotion—just like the lower trigram. In contrast, people who meet you for the first time tod...

“At 50, we’re supposed to have seen the world… But why do we still feel lost sometimes?” In 2019, a 67-year-old client told me, “Andy, I’ve lived through 2 cancers, a divorce, and 3 adult children who don’t talk to me much. But the hardest thing? Facing my own thoughts at 3 a.m.” That’s when I introduced her to the Yijing —a 7,000-year-old Chinese classic also known as the Book of Changes . It’s not about fortune-telling. It’s about finding inner stability in an unstable world. In her words, “I stopped reacting. I started reflecting. I now sleep through the night.” 💡 Core Idea (4 min) 1. Yijing is NOT just ancient—it’s timeless. The Yijing teaches that change is constant, but more importantly, how we respond to change determines our mental state. It offers 64 “ hexagrams ” or patterns—each one a mirror to life situations. Each one teaches us how to see, accept, and act wisely. Let me give you 3 ways Yijing helps with mental wellness : ① Stillness before Action The very first hexagram,...

Yijing 6 Concepts for Leadership Harnessing Ancient Wisdom for Modern Impact In a fast-changing world filled with complexity and uncertainty, leadership is no longer about authority or charisma alone. It is about alignment, energy, and timeless wisdom. One of the most powerful sources of this wisdom is the Yijing (I Ching) — the ancient Chinese classic also known as The Book of Changes. Below are six foundational Yijing concepts that can elevate your leadership from reactive to regenerative, from transactional to transformational: 1. Oneness: Alignment, Purpose Great leadership begins with Oneness — a sense of unity within oneself and with one’s mission. When a leader is aligned with purpose, people feel it. Teams move in sync, and work becomes meaningful. Without alignment, efforts scatter, and energy is lost. Ask yourself: “What am I truly here to lead?” 2. Yin Yang: Heart and Head, Balance Yin and Yang represent the dual forces of the universe: light and dark, soft and strong, logic...

Dr Vivian Passion Koh asked me, "Andy, what makes you want to pursue the SuperME course? How does it fit into your Sinology courses like Yijing?" This is the answer I gave her: Yijing, the mother of Sinology, has 6 key concepts. Today I talk about the Ba Gua or 8 Trigrams of Qian, Kun, Kan, Li, Xun, Zhen, Gen and Dui. They do fit very well into Vivian's SuperME and PLG concepts: The 8 Trigrams (Ba Gua) of the Yijing are profoundly reflect the movements of nature, life, and human consciousness. When we map them onto the SuperME framework—centered on Purpose, Love, and Gratitude (PLG)—we unlock a beautiful integration of ancient wisdom with modern transformation. ☰ Qian 乾 – UNIVERSE (The Creative) SuperME Essence: Purpose-driven action PLG Lens: Purpose Qian symbolizes vision, clarity, and leadership. In SuperMe, this is your inner drive to create and initiate from your higher self—not ego. ☷ Kun 坤 – Earth (The Receptive) SuperME Essence: Deep surrender and nurturing PLG Le...