Stick #32: Follow Nature's Way (Neutral)
流水无心任去留，花开花谢两悠悠。顺天应人莫逆理，自然之道是良谋。
Plain reading
This lot says do not fight the pattern. Water flows, flowers fall — each in season. After doing your part, release like seed sown waiting rain. Natural order is wise counsel.
Interpretation
"Follow Nature's Way" is a neutral stick. Water passes without forcing; bloom and fade both gentle. Obey heaven and people — natural path is best plan.
Situation notes
- Career: Cold industry season learn; hot season produce.
- Relationships: Bonds come and go by fate — cherish present.
- Wealth: Do not invest against great tide.
Common misread
Auspicious tiers (such as Neutral) are tone, not a verdict. Name one action you control before redrawing.
Advice
After effort, let go. Do not re-dig every hour.
Drawn from Zhuangzi — Cook Ding cutting ox "along natural lines" — follow pattern, work with ease.
Related sticks
- Stick #31: Accept What Comes — neighboring lot for tone contrast
- Stick #33: Stillness Governs Motion — neighboring lot for tone contrast
Editorial note: entertainment and cultural reference. Source last revised: 2026-09-14. See Methodology and fortune stick guide.