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Why do intelligent people still get scammed? Often, it is not because they lack intelligence. It is because scammers know how to create the wrong situation for good judgement:  urgency, fear, greed, excitement or misplaced trust. This is where Yijing offers surprisingly practical wisdom. Yijing teaches us not merely to ask, “Is this opportunity good?” but to examine the person, situation, timing, relationship and changes taking place. 1. Yin Yang 阴阳 — Look at Both Sides When something appears extremely attractive, deliberately look for its opposite. High return? Ask about the risk. Great opportunity? Ask what could go wrong. Very friendly stranger? Ask why the sudden trust. Yin and Yang remind us: When you see only the good side, you are probably not seeing the whole picture. 2. Easy Change 变易 — Watch What Changes Scammers often begin by building trust. Then something changes. Suddenly there is an emergency. Suddenly you must transfer money. Suddenly there is a “l...

8 Ways How Knowing Yijing can Help us Avoid Scams 1. Spotting Red Flags Early 🔍 Yijing teaches us to recognize patterns. Just like how it predicts life cycles, we can use it to spot scam patterns. Example: Scammers promise quick money with no effort. The Yijing reminds us that success follows a natural path—anything too fast is against nature. 2. Understanding Hidden Intentions 😈 People’s words may sound good, but their real motives can be different. The Yijing helps us sense true vs. false by looking at the energy behind actions.  To Yijing, what is Yin (not seen) is more important than Yang (seen).  Example: Love scams often involve sweet talk, but the Yijing tells us to observe actions, not just words.  Not just actions, but consistent actions over time. 3. Knowing When to Wait and When to Act ⌛ Scammers pressure you to act fast. The Yijing teaches that everything has its right timing. If you feel rushed, it’s a sign to pause. Example: Many people fall for fake inves...

5 Ways how Knowing Yijing can Help You Avoid Being Scammed or Cheated by Andy Ng, author of Yijing Explained book, details at http://asiatrainers.org/yjbook Knowing Yijing (I Ching) can provide individuals with valuable insights and wisdom to help them avoid being scammed or cheated in various aspects of life. Here are five ways in which this ancient Chinese text can offer protection against deceit: 1. Enhanced Decision-Making Skills: Yijing emphasizes the importance of thoughtful and informed decision-making. By learning to analyze situations deeply and considering all facets before making decisions, individuals are less likely to be impulsive or naive, traits that scammers often exploit. 2. Developing Intuition and Awareness: The practice of consulting the Yijing can sharpen one's intuition and situational awareness. This heightened sense of awareness can help individuals detect when something seems off or too good to be true, allowing them to recognize potential scams before fal...