This week we pulled the “The Seven of Swords”. This card indicates that a certain shadiness is afoot. If the underhandedness is from within (as in you are the perpetrator) stop it immediately — shame will follow. If the underhandedness is from without (like someone is plotting against you) keep your guard up — but not too much, as conspiracies are fed by the weakness of fear; be brave!
            Our first hexagram, which we partner with our tarot to describe (or further detail) the current situation, is #45, “Gathering Together.” For great things to be achieved people must work together; to unite them a special person is required. Of course neither the populous nor a leading individual are necessarily good, so it is important to have a noble binding outside of both the leader and the people —as to ward off poor behavior. So, if you need some deed or job done, foster a common, generous, and benevolent objective among all the players (inside and out).
            Our second hexagram, the one that suggests how best to meet the challenges (or the changes) is #35, “Progress.” “Progress” here is seen as the image of a sun rising out of the dark, ever increasing its clarity and reach. In terms of human interaction it is suggested that deep trust and mutual clarity among collaborators is the basis for all success. Duty born of trust equals prosperity. Here the image is of the dawning sun, rising in height, constantly widening its illumination. In human terms it speaks of a humble and honorable leader rising in influence with humble and honorable supporters, as the best way forward. “The superior person brightens their bright virtue.”
            Our extraction: Things may not be what they seem the first part of this week. But steer your efforts towards the truth by finding universal and collective goals among family and/or friends and/or colleagues.