Among the treasures of ancient Chinese culture, the Book of Changes is known as "the first of the classics and the source of the avenue" for its profound and unfathomable wisdom. It is not only a classic that expounds the law of change in heaven and earth, but also a treasure book that guides people to cultivate themselves and govern the country and level the world.
In this ancient book full of wisdom, we can draw many profound enlightenments about life philosophy, morality and ethics, and the art of leadership.
1. The way of the universe in the Book of Changes
At the beginning of the Book of Changes, it is said that Qiankun represents the heavens and Kun represents the earth, and the two are interdependent and mutually transformative, constituting the basic pattern of all things in the universe.
The way of Qiankun, that is, the way of heaven and earth, is the most fundamental and core idea in the Book of Changes. It tells us that everything in heaven and earth is in constant flux, and that there is a pattern to this change. As a part of the universe, human beings should also conform to this law of change in order to achieve the realm of breathing and sharing a common destiny with heaven and earth.
The heart has a good heart, which means that the heart has a broad mind and bearing like heaven and earth. A person with a good heart can tolerate all things and cultivate sentient beings, and is not trapped by trivial matters or burdened by fame and fortune. They know how to follow the natural path, go with the flow, and maintain peace of mind no matter what difficulties and challenges they encounter. This realm is the ideal state of "the unity of heaven and man" advocated by the Book of Changes.
2. The philosophical ideas in the Book of Changes
Yin and Yang are balanced, and the heart is harmonious
The Book of Changes emphasizes the idea of the balance of yin and yang, and believes that all things are composed of the two opposing forces of yin and yang. Yin and Yang are interdependent and mutually restrictive, and together maintain the balance and development of all things.
Within the human body, the balance of yin and yang is also crucial. A person with a harmonious heart will be able to maintain the balance of yin and yang, neither too excited nor too depressed, and be both positive and content. This state of balance helps people to cope better with various stresses in life.
Be flexible and flexible
The flexible thinking in the I Ching tells us that everything is constantly changing, and there is nothing eternal and unchanging. Therefore, we should learn to look at problems with a changing perspective and respond flexibly to various complex and changeable situations.
A person with a good heart must have the ability to think flexibly. They are not bound by fixed ideas and practices, but are able to constantly adjust their thinking and behavior according to the actual situation. This flexibility not only helps solve problems, but also allows people to maintain inner stability and confidence in an ever-changing environment.
The golden mean, peace of mind
The golden mean in the Book of Changes emphasizes "holding on to both ends and using them for the people", that is, when dealing with problems, we must grasp the two extremes of things, but also pay attention to balance and harmony to achieve the best results. This idea of the golden mean also applies to inner cultivation.
A person with a good heart should learn to maintain peace of mind in a complex world. They are not only able to be aggressive and strive for excellence, but also to be content and happy with what comes their way. This peace of mind not only contributes to physical and mental health, but also enables people to maintain a clear mind and sound judgment in a complex society.
3. How to achieve the realm of self-relaxation
Strengthen inner cultivation and improve self-realm
In order to realize the state of self-relaxation, we must first strengthen our inner cultivation. This includes cultivating a broad mind and bearing, learning to tolerate and understand others, and maintaining inner peace and tranquility.
By continuously studying and practicing the wisdom and philosophy in the I Ching, we can gradually improve our ideological realm and moral cultivation level, so as to better cope with various pressures in life.
Conform to the way of nature and be at peace with what happens
The Book of Changes tells us that everything in heaven and earth is in constant change, and this change has a law to follow. In order to achieve the state of self-relaxation, we need to follow the way of nature and be at peace with what happens.
This means that we should learn to accept the changes in our lives, not to complain, not to run away, not to resist, but to face and resolve them with a positive attitude. When we are able to follow the natural path, the anxiety and uneasiness in our hearts will gradually dissipate and be replaced by peace and ease.
Practice the golden mean and maintain inner balance
In order to achieve the state of self-relaxation, we also need to practice the golden mean. This requires us to grasp the two extremes of things when dealing with problems, and at the same time pay attention to balance and harmony.
In daily life, we should learn to weigh the pros and cons, judge the situation, and deal with various complex and changeable problems impartially. At the same time, we should also pay attention to the balance of body and mind, the combination of work and rest, and maintain a good attitude.
As an ancient book full of wisdom, the Book of Changes provides us with many profound revelations on life philosophy, morality, ethics, and the art of leadership. By studying and practicing the wisdom and philosophy of the Book of Changes, we can gradually achieve the state of self-indulgence.
This state of mind not only helps us better cope with life's challenges, but also keeps us awake in a complex society. Let us work together, guided by the wisdom of the Book of Changes, to pursue inner peace and ease together, and create a better life!