Hexagram 46
Pushing Upward
Sheng · Patient ascent
Overview
This phase invites patience and asks you to notice what is ready to mature without forcing the outcome.
Relationship
In relationships, Pushing Upward points toward honest attention, softer assumptions, and communication that leaves space for another person's reality.
Career
For career questions, this pattern favors receptivity paired with practical next steps, especially where the path has felt emotionally crowded.
Finance
Share resources where the return is relational, not only financial.
Health
Hydrate, slow down, and let one task complete before beginning the next.
Advice
Move with trust and choose the next step that keeps your values visible.
Avoid
Avoid retreating into silence when honest communication is needed.
Reflection
What would you attempt if failure were simply data?
The Six Lines
Explore each line's meaning and interpretation.
初六
Chu Liu
Pushing upward that meets with trust brings great good fortune.
二六
Er Liu
If one is truthful, it is favorable to bring a small sacrifice. No blame.
三六
San Liu
One pushes upward into an empty city.
四九
Si Jiu
The king offers him to Mount Ch'i. Good fortune. No blame.
五九
Wu Jiu
Perseverance brings good fortune. One pushes upward by steps.
上六
Shang Liu
Pushing upward in darkness. It is favorable to be unremittingly persevering.