May 2020 I Ching Horoscopes

May I Ching Readings
Note on Chinese. Translations of Chinese script into English letters is an inexact science…and Chinese is a subtle language with sight changes of inflection totally changing the meaning of the word. So Ch’ien and chien are totally different to each other. Also all words can have more than one meaning depending on context.

Pisces – Li rules over the eyes and May is a time when you need to have your eyes open on all levels. Tui represents innocence and immaturity. May is a month when it will be helpful to look at things ‘through the eyes of a child’ – trying to look at even familiar things as if you have never seen them before. Often misunderstandings arise because we assume things/people have not changed. Take an honest look at your thoughts and feelings about a situation or a relationship. Take off the blinkers of past experience and trust .

Aries – Your May trigrams are Ch’ien over Ch’ien and the hexagram is (of course) called Ch’ien /The Creative. It is about change, dynamism and about getting a cosmic viewpoint. This hexagram fits really well with your natural fiery dynamic approach to life. Things are going your way in May. This isn’t luck…its the result of hard work. But don’t go overboard. The unmoderated yang influence can lead you to ignore common sense. Keep grounded in the yin influenced earth. Literally keep your feet on the ground. Don’t worry if things slow down…you may dislike inactivity but it is necessary for continued progress.

Taurus – Your May trigrams are Chen over K’an and the hexagram is called Hsieh or deliverance. The first line in the chapter about this hexagram is ‘The superior man pardons mistakes and forgives misdeeds.’ That is very good advice for you in May. Chen indicates disruption and new things. K’an is about hidden dangers..in this case the risk that the turbulence will make you cling stubbornly to old ideas you need to let go of. In a time when we are all having to make things up as we go along mistakes will be made. You need to forgive it and move on. K’an rules the ears. Make sure you are listening properly to what people are saying.

Gemini – Your May trigrams are K’un over Chien and the hexagram is called Tai /Peace. This is a totally balanced hexagram between yin and yang, masculine and feminine. Head and heart. It is a situation that has taken hard work to achieve. Don’t be tempted to stop the work that has got you to this point now when so much is threatening to unbalance you. Your airy nature hates being confined but you are also very adaptable. Your can do this. Kun rules wise women. If there is a wise woman in your life…you need to be receptive to what she is saying. Let your head underpin all decisions.

Cancer – Your May trigrams are Ken over K’an and the hexagram is called Meng or ‘youthful folly.’ The message of this hexagram is you need to keep an open mind about other peoples possible follies. K’an represents a hidden danger, Ken represents the value of stillness. K’an represents the danger of confinement while Ken represents the stillness that can help you cope . If someone close to you seems to be heading towards doing something foolish, call on that stillness, count to 10 or maybe 100 before you respond. K’an rules the ears…so be still and really listen so you understand the REAL message that is being communicated. It may not be obvious.

Leo – Your May Trigrams are Ch’ien over Chen and the hexagram is called Wu Wang or Innocence and it is a warning to keep an open mind and be prepared for the unexpected. Ch’ien is all about creation but Chen indicates a time of change. Don’t look too far ahead, do NOT look back and don’t make arrogant assumptions about how things should be for you or for others. Your fiery nature will welcome the equally fiery influence of Ch’ien. Your stubborn side could resist what disruption offers you. May needs you to be flexible and keep a sense of humour. It could be a bumpy ride but it will be worth it.

Virgo – Your May trigrams are K’an over Sun and the hexagram is called Ching or The Well. K’an represents a hidden danger. It also rules over the kidneys and excretory organs of the body. May is a time when you need to let go of incorrect, possibly constricting perspectives. There is a time for the unconventional approaches and this is it. Sun indicates gentleness – a tendency to follow others but this is the danger represented by K’an. The only following you need to do in May is the inner wisdom coming from your heart. Take a deep breath and don’t get bogged down in details. See the bigger picture. And remember if it doesn’t quite work out… FAIL = first attempt at learning. Don’t be too critical of mistakes.

Libra – Your May trigrams are K’un over Sun and the hexagram is called Sheng or Pushing upwards. K’un is feminine – earth and receptive. Sun represents timidity but persistent endeavour. May is a month when you will need to be at your diplomatic best. There will be confrontations along the way but these need to be dealt with however much you dislike it. Be creative in your approaches. You may feel very tested in May but this is because you will learn from overcoming the challenge. This earthy hexagram may feel as it is stifling your airy nature but just be yourself and take things one step at a time. You will get there.

Scorpio – Your May trigrams are Chen over Li and the hexagram is called Feng or Abundance. Your fixed watery sign may feel uncomfortable with the thundery fiery nature of this hexagram. Chen indicates a time of disruption while Li is about warmth, clarity and affection. Truth matters to you and in May you will be able to bring the light of an important truth to others – if you act at the right time and in the right way. Don’t go in all guns blazing. The phrase ‘softly softly catchee monkey’ springs to mind.. Push too hard and the opportunity will be gone.

Sagittarius – Your May trigrams are a double dose of Chen – The arousing…..it indicates a time of shocks…but shocks can be good or bad. Winning the lottery or getting fired. The message of this hexagram is summed up in some famous lines from Kipling ‘If you can meet with triumph or disaster and treat those two imposters just the same’. Chen rules communication and the important communication is what you tell yourself about what is happening. Because whether something is good or bad can only be seen in retrospect. Winning the lottery does not guarantee happiness, and getting fired can be a chance to re think what you do. Stay detached and neutral about what an event means. It too soon to tell and being impatient won’t help.

Capricorn – Your May trigrams are a double dose of Ken …Keeping still. Called ‘The Mountain’ this trigram is all about stillness, poise, introspection. The negative side of this is stubbornness, The mountain also indicates growth, spiritual attainment. However much you want to be moving forward in May, it’s not going to happen. You need physical and mental stillness so you can focus on doing the right things. You are naturally disciplined. May could be a great time to try some mindfulness meditation. This will help you focus on what is important and needed, rather than what you want. Resist the urge to assume you are the only one who knows what you need. That still mind will help you hear important advice from others.

Aquarius – Your May trigrams are a double dose of Sun called The gentle or The penetrating wind. Sun rules intellectual activities and this plays to your strengths. You like to talk and help others. It’s something you do unconsciously and it comes out of who you are. The message of this hexagram is to stay true to who you are however much turmoil is going on round you, or however bored you are. You might feel nothing you are doing or saying is making a difference…but it is. Don’t fall into the trap of thinking anyone who disagrees with you must automatically be wrong. Just as you teach others….there may be something for you to learn in May.