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Hi There,
I am a grateful student of the i-ching (book of changes) with the impulse to share what I found, in case others may find it useful.

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The Goal:
1) To communicate information about the i-ching to those spiritual seekers who may not have heard of it
2) Create a space for connecting with those who have
3) To explore the I Ching as a tool toward an active & proactive Practical Engagement within the life process
4) To initiate a forum for the unfolding of evolving insights

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CONTEXT:
- What is the context through which you seek spiritual practice & experiences?
- Do you desire to awaken yet hold great skepticism for most guru-disciple type 'pre-requisites' or concepts?
- Do you already see yourself as true consciousness or desire to understand that which is?
- Do you seek to understand the subtle workings of yourself in relation to the universe?
- What is your ultimate guide?
- How does it inform your daily experience?
- How do you remain consistent and equanimous through both the mundane and extraordinary moments?
- How do you relate with others & with life?
- Do you sometimes wish consciousness can talk to you?
or rather, Do you sometimes wish that you can read the messages that are already being sent to you through consciousness?

Perhaps the i-ching may be helpful to you as it has helped many others

(please view the main profile page for more details)

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What is the i-ching?
thie i-ching is…
an exquisite dance within the life process,
like the sweet unraveling of a Rumi poem,
mixed in with the crisp clarity of a Socratic philosopher,
ultimately leading to the deepest surrender of the spiritually awakened.

the i-ching is not simply an antiquated Chinese practice,
but a relevant experiential practice for the Modern Man/Woman on the spiritual quest. It is as simple as you choose to make it.

For instance, there are myriads of explanations online, - much of it intellectual, maze-like and overwhelming , all with different opinions on the correct way to practice

Ultimately there is only ONE correct way to practice, and that is with a complete surrender, with heart and love & a willingness to accept that we probably don't really know anything. If we knew, (really knew) we'd likely already be awakened no?

~ to know we don't know, is the first indicator of knowing. ;-)

Feel free to ask any questions if they arise.

May you find all that you seek.

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p.s.
the primary site & blog linked to this pod can be found here:

http://i-ching.zaadz.com/