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What does it mean?
Maintain a balanced spirit; neither too high nor too low, and hide it from opponents.
In plain terms
Keep your spirit steady and hidden from others.
What can you take from it?
Stay emotionally balanced and conceal your true state.

Where it applies

  • negotiation
  • competition
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • monitor emotions
  • hide weaknesses
  • stay steady

Questions to consider

  • How visible is your state?
  • Can you stay balanced?

Another view

Complete concealment can lead to isolation or mistrust.

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