Majesty rests upon stability.
Stability requires firm foundations.
The high stands with the support of the low.Great height permits a wide perspective.
Be appreciative, but not unsteadied, by sweeping views.
Watch how you place your feet.
Great age allows depths of character to form.
Be impressed, but not inveigled, by captivating ways.
Be wary not to go astray.
Comprehend the big picture.
Apprehend the fine detail.
Great leadership requires genuine dedication to the service of the led, reciprocating their dedication and service, to achieve a harmonious whole.
To have a grand
vision or goal, whether social, political, religious,
scientific or artistic, is a valuable and admirable trait.
But it is also vital to ensure stability and security on the
way to realising it.
Likewise, forward planning is complemented by 'thinking on the
hoof'.
Charisma, without a sense of responsibility, is unbalanced; so
too is the power of persuasive oratory, if unsupported by
clear-headed observation.
Yang sees things through - by going the extra mile. Yin sees through things - by taking the subtle shortcut.
