Welcome to the foundational step of your I Ching journey: preparing your mindset. Before seeking guidance from the ancient Book of Changes, understanding and cultivating the right inner disposition is paramount. This initial phase isn't about the tools of divination, but about tuning your mind and heart to be receptive to the subtle wisdom the I Ching offers. The clarity of your mindset directly influences the depth and relevance of the insights you'll receive. This page serves as an overview, guiding you through the essential aspects of mental and emotional readiness for a profound consultation.
To delve deeper into mastering your mindset for I Ching consultation, explore the following key areas:
Image and Number: The Xiangshu School of I Ching Interpretation
Investigating the Xiangshu (象數) School, or Image/Number School, of I Ching interpretation, which focuses on the cosmological, numerological, and symbolic systems within the text.
Cultivating Inner Stillness: The Receptive Heart-Mind
Cultivating inner calm and receptivity for I Ching consultation.