31. Reciprocity / Xian

Line 6: Influence manifests in the jaws, cheeks, and tongue. (Influence through mere talk and superficial words; it lacks the depth to create lasting change.)

Line 5: Influence manifests in the muscles of the back. No remorse. (The influence reaches a place of stillness and rigidity; while there is no error, the ability to deeply move others is limited.)

Line 4: Persistence brings good fortune; remorse disappears. If the mind is agitated and thoughts waver to and fro, only those friends who share your narrow focus will follow. (True influence comes from a centered heart, not from restless or manipulative striving.)

Line 3: Influence manifests in the thighs. Holding onto what follows. To proceed leads to regret. (Acting on every passing whim or chasing after others impulsively results in humiliation.)

Line 2: Influence manifests in the calves. Misfortune. Staying still brings good fortune. (Following an impulse blindly like a calf follows a foot leads to trouble; restraint is required.)

Line 1: Influence manifests in the big toe. (A movement is stirring at the lowest level; the intent is present but has not yet translated into action.)