Chinese zodiac astrology is ancient, interesting, accurate, and loved by millions around the world. The Chinese zodiac is based on the cyclical concept of time: a 12-year cycle, repeated over and over again. The 12 Years are associated with 12 Celestial Animals: Rat (or Mouse in Mongoose), Ox (or Buffalo or Bull or Cow), Tiger, Rabbit (or Hare or Cat), Dragon, Snake (or Serpent), Horse, Goat ( or sheep or ram), monkey, rooster (or hen or rooster or chicken or phoenix), dog and pig (or boar or pig). The names of the animals occasionally differ with the eastern country from which they originate. Chinese yearly horoscopes are basically based on these 12 animal signs.
Your Chinese astrological zodiac animal sign is directly based on the Chinese lunar year of birth in which you were born. Chinese New Year is mobile and could start between January 21 and February 20, depending on the year. If your Date of Birth falls in any of the following Chinese Lunar Years, then, because you were born in the Year of the Rat (or Mouse or Mongoose), you are symbolically identified by your Celestial Animal, the “Rat (or Mouse) or Mongoose)”:
From January 31, 1900 to February 18, 1901
From February 18, 1912 to February 5, 1913
From February 5, 1924 to January 24, 1925
From January 24, 1936 to February 10, 1937
From February 10, 1948 to January 28, 1949
From January 28, 1960 to February 14, 1961
From February 15, 1972 to February 2, 1973
From February 2, 1984 to February 19, 1985
From February 19, 1996 to February 6, 1997
In the Chinese Hsia calendar, 2007 is the year 4704 and, significantly, it is also the fourth year of the Feng Shui New Earth Luck Cyclical Period 8. The next Chinese Lunar New Year is from February 18, 2007 to February 6, 2008. The next Chinese New Year, Yang Earth Rat will begin on February 7, 2008.
Enjoy the Yearly Forecasts and learn about the suggested Feng Shui and Crystal Remedies you may need for the upcoming “Lunar New Year 2007: Ding Hai, the Year of the Yin Red Fire Pig”:
CAREER
2007 is a year of recovery for you, a year full of promising changes, good developments and new positions. If you are an employee, the chances of a good promotion and a reasonable raise are quite high. Some of you may even branch out into your own profession or business. Open-minded approach to new opportunities, strategic planning, sustained hard work, and timely implementation will bring you more rewards. Controlling your temper and becoming more flexible in the workplace should be your top priority, along with staying motivated. Expect trouble in unexpected situations and practice perseverance. Avoid getting into fights or conflicts, however small. Arguments can lead to very unpleasant scenes or even backstabbing.
If you step on someone’s toes this year, you’re in for a very nasty payback. Show a rooster figure in your Northwest. If you have a man as your boss, consider yourself doubly lucky. If he is in business, stop dreaming of mega projects, as he will not be able to mobilize the resources and time to implement it. If you have projects in the implementation stage, you may need to redraw timelines and be prepared with contingency plans. Only your adaptive skills and business management techniques can rescue you from frequent emergencies. Prepare well for a better 2008. Accept the workload you have to do, but don’t stress about it. Carry a set of three Wou-Lou coins with you. In the meantime, stay out of trouble with your business partners, team associates, and employee office politics. It is better that the Great Kuan Kung motivates you, guides you and protects you by placing the statue or picture of him in the Northwest, so that you do not run out of strength quickly. Rats that trade gold in the entertainment industry, beauty salon, health accessories will do better.
MONEY
A rewarding year, as far as income is concerned. Some of you may also attract unexpected luck. But don’t venture out and get involved with risk money. Read the fine print carefully before signing contracts and agreements. Stay away from illegal money transactions and unorthodox practices or else you could get yourself in trouble with the long arms of the law. You could earn a lot by wearing the auspicious solar pendant, if possible in crystal. Some of you would be spending lavishly due to moving your home or office. Travel bills will skyrocket. Plan your purchases. Save money as you will need it shortly.
HEALTH
Fatigue and lack of adequate sleep due to the workload will be a major concern. Enjoy the crowds on the weekends (without going overboard) and get in some exercise when you find the time. Relax and rest. Many of you will experience disorders related to the stomach, intestines, digestive system, blood circulation, and kidneys. It is time to switch to quality food. Some could attract skin allergies. Beware of social diseases. The female of the species must be especially careful with rheumatism and gynecological ailments. If you’re pregnant, stay on guard 24/7. Hanging a real, natural Chinese Wou-Lou near the head side of the bed would be helpful in removing diseased energy. If you are a male born in 1948, you could suffer accidents. If he was born in 1936 and has a history of heart disease, stroke, or high blood pressure, this could be a critical year for you.
LOVE
Quality in personal relationships and new friendships will bring joy and satisfaction. Activism in social circles will give you more strength and support. There will be many occasions to celebrate, including the addition of a new member to the family. Enjoy without exhausting yourself. As the “Flower of Romance” rules your Animal Sign, singles will be inundated with proposals. Pick and choose the ideal partner. If you are married, ensure the harmonious equation with your spouse and avoid flirting with others. Use your head instead of your heart. If you were born in the year 1960, beware of triangular love. Spend quality time at home and avoid arguments and conflicts there. Consider yourself injured, if you are part of a joint family. Installing a Rooster icon in the southwest of your bedroom would also help.
STUDIES
Stay away from swinging emotions and love affairs, especially if you were born in 1984, as your Peach Blossom luck is quite strong and could drastically affect your morale and grades. To balance your chakras and emotions, wear a black tourmalene crystal pendant around your neck. If you were born in 1996, you can change schools or enroll in various classes after school. Accept the wisdom of the parents with surrender. Group studies would do wonders this year.
birthstone: emerald
good relations with: Rat, Dragon, Monkey, for 2007
Conflicts with: Horse, Rabbit, Goat, for 2007
polarity force: More Yin
Lucky numbers: 1, 4, 5, 10, 11, 14, 41, 45, 51 and 54
Zodiac Protector: QuanYin or Avalokiteshwara (Sanskrit)
A NOTE ABOUT RESOURCES:
The above discussion has suggested some remedies/cures to reduce the impact of negative energy and has recommended certain enhancers to increase and enhance the beneficial energy of the year. In order for the remedies/enhancers to be effective, they must be cleansed, energized, blessed and programmed not only for the particular individual/family but also for the specific purpose/problem. They should also be placed in the right place, to get the maximum benefit. Any or all of these remedies can be reused for upcoming new years, but may need to be repositioned according to the specific new year.