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40. Release

xiè · Mountain ☶ over Water ☵

The release of tension. Time to breathe and return to balance.

The Noble One's Path

Thunder and rain that finally arrive and clear the air. This is a good moment for forgiveness, not for settling old scores.

The Lesson

Don't hold on to old grievances. Now that the tension has eased, use this time to recover your strength.

A question to sit with

What burdens can I set down now, so I can act with fresh lightness?

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