Today we're going to learn about the eight trigrams. These are the eight fundamental forms that underlie all of life. Yes, you heard that right. All of life. They're a bit like the fundamental particles of the universe, but, you know, more... meditative.
So let's get started! The eight trigrams are the building blocks of all creation. They are the eight simple forms that all things take. Here they are in all their glory:
Also known as the "I'm a tree, but also not a tree" trigram. It's the root of all things, the beginning of the cycle.
Learn more about Ti-GunLike the root, but in reverse. It's the end of the cycle, the beginning of the end.
Learn more about Tui-GunHot, hot, hot! This trigram is all about energy and fire. Don't get too close, or you might get burned.
Learn more about Li-GunThunder, lightning, and a healthy dose of confusion. This trigram is all about the power and fury of the natural world.
Learn more about Zhen-GunReceiving, absorbing, and storing energy like a sponge. This trigram is all about receptivity and nurturing.
Learn more about Kan-GunCreation, innovation, and a pinch of madness. This trigram is all about manifesting your wildest ideas.
Learn more about Chen-GunLetting go, releasing, and a dash of recklessness. This trigram is all about liberation and freedom.
Learn more about Cai-GunStillness, quiet, and a hint of boredom. This trigram is all about finding inner peace in the midst of chaos.
Learn more about Hun-GunAnd that's it! The eight trigrams are the fundamental building blocks of all existence. Or, at least, that's what we're told.
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