Lot 11: The Golden Carp Leaps the Rapids

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Work & Business

After a hard stretch, work turns a new page with many opportunities; there may be one final test, but you are strong enough to pass it.

Like a golden carp persevering up the waterfall, you have just come through a tough stretch at work and open water now lies ahead. A difficult project is nearing the finish line, or a new position earned through much effort is waiting. There may be one last test, but the grit you have built is enough to get you through.

Advice: Pour your energy into fully finishing the hardest unfinished task instead of spreading yourself across many.

Wealth

Finances gradually move out of tight times, and your income improves clearly thanks to your own effort; keep spending with a plan to hold the momentum.

Your finances are gradually escaping the squeeze, with income clearly improving through your own effort. Debts that once weighed heavily can be sorted out bit by bit. Keep the momentum by continuing to spend according to plan, and don't loosen up too soon.

Advice: Use the extra income to pay off your highest-interest debt first.

Family

A family that went through hard times is now more settled; everyone values each other more and looks ahead together.

A family that went through hard times is calmer now, like water that has passed the rapids and turned smooth. Everyone appreciates each other more for having weathered the waves together. This is a good time to thank those who stood by you during the difficult days.

Advice: Say a specific thank-you to the family member who helped you through the recent tough period.

Peace & Safety

You feel steadier after the challenge; remember to give yourself well-earned days of rest after such long effort.

After a long stretch of exertion, your spirit is stronger, but your body needs well-earned rest. Even a carp that has cleared the rapids needs calm water to recover. Easygoing days and light travel will help you regain your energy.

Advice: Give yourself a few days of real rest, without bringing work along, as soon as the hard stretch is over.

Studies & Exams

The exam is tough, but your persistence can carry you through; the harder the questions, the calmer you should be, one at a time.

The exam ahead may be tough, but you can get through it thanks to the perseverance you have built. The harder the questions, the more you need to stay calm and work through each one carefully. Those who failed before or are retaking a course have an especially good chance of success this time.

Advice: Practice the hardest question types in the final week, timing yourself as if it were the real exam.

Love

A relationship that once hit bumps is now going more smoothly; singles may meet someone who appreciates their hard work.

A relationship that once hit obstacles is now gradually smoothing out, like water that has passed the falls. Couples who just worked through a disagreement will feel closer than before. Singles may meet someone who values their effort and strength of character.

Advice: Look back on the past difficulties with that person and agree on one thing you will both keep to so it doesn't happen again.

AdviceDon't lose heart at the last waterfall; once past it, the world opens wide.