(CNN) — Say goodbye to the tiger; It’s time to move into the Year of the Rabbit.
For many, the Lunar New YearFalling on January 22 this year, it’s time to consult the stars to find out what will happen in the coming months.
Most people know the basics: the 12-year Chinese zodiac calendar cycle is represented by 12 different animal, Chinese zodiac signs. Your zodiac animal is determined by the year you were born.
But that’s just the beginning. For faithful followers of the system, a year is not only characterized by its animals. There is also a complex gender cycle made up of 10 heavenly stems and 12 earthly branches.
Heavenly stems and earthly branches
Each year, a celestial stem (one of the five elements, which falls under the category of yin or yang) is joined to an earthly branch (one of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac).
Qi Mao is the 40th element of the Chinese gender cycle: the Heavenly Stem “Qi” represents Water, while the Earthly Branch “Mao” represents the Rabbit. This makes 2023 the year of the Water Rabbit.
“The Qi Mao year of the rabbit is a very special year, as all elements in a year are yin,” he says. Thierry Chow is a geospatial consultant based in Hong Kong Known for combining traditional Chinese geography and modern design elements.
“The combination of water and rabbit is also rare. The rabbit represents the tree. Water grows the tree (according to Chinese geography).”
Cho says wood-based industries such as culture, publishing, agriculture and furniture will benefit. On the other hand, fire-fighting industries, including digital and technology companies, can suffer from fear of fire.
“The Year of the Water Rabbit will be a light year. We’ll have time to catch our breath. We’ve been in the tunnel for the past few years, and now the light is getting bigger,” Chow says.
How the “Grand Duke of Jupiter” Rules Your Fortunes
Followers believe that for each Chinese zodiac sign, fortune depends largely on the positions of the Tai Chui, the star deities that rotate parallel to and opposite Jupiter.
To calculate how each person will be affected in a given year, a Chinese astrologer will look at each person’s birth chart, which is made up of several elements such as their birthday and time—and see how you. May interact with the elements of the year.
These combinations play an important role for those who follow them, helping them make important life decisions for the coming year, such as getting married or starting a business.
Different geographers may interpret the data differently. However, there is a general consensus as to what the year means for each zodiac animal based on the positions of the stars, particularly based on tai sui.
Experts say that if your zodiac sign collides with Tai Sui, known as the Grand Duke of Jupiter, in any given year, you may deal with obstacles.
For those who might be conflicted with Tai Sui this year, Chow says to remember that the calendar is a rotating cycle.
“It’s like playing musical chairs: Whoever sits in that spot gets tai shui. You switch positions in the next round,” says Chow, whose zodiac sign will be at a disadvantage with tai shui this year.
To resolve conflicts, one can visit a Chinese temple and make offerings for Tai Shui programs.
“Even if you don’t believe it 100%, psychologically it gives you a good start to the year,” says Chow. “When things happen along the way, you’ll remember that you did it, and that gives you a little cushion.”
Now, it’s time to be specific.
To determine what the Year of the Rabbit means to you, Find your birth year and associated animals here Before reading Chow’s predictions below.
Rabbit
Those born in the Year of the Rabbit will face their “Ben Ming Nian” – their own zodiac year – in 2023. Adherents believe that the coming year will result in more disruption and instability.
“Those born in the Year of the Rabbit should expect big changes in terms of health, career and relationships. This can be a bit stressful, especially for those whose birth charts are not favorable to water,” Chow says.
“But remember that’s never a bad thing. It just means an opportunity to grow.”
Rabbits should try to attract positive energy and join happy events if possible.
Whether these southern destinations are within their city or outside their country, they must also travel to destinations in the south, Chow says.
Dragon
This makes for a good year for dragons. An unlucky star will not affect your year.
“Other than the health of those born in summer and autumn, there are no significant concerns. They can easily become stressed,” says Chow.
But the geologist urges Dragons not to make hasty decisions at work.
“It doesn’t mean overthinking. Let things sit for a long time before making a decision,” says Chow.
Single Dragons may meet potential love partners this year. Your lucky colors are metallic like gold or silver.
As for travel, Chow says head west for better luck.
Snake
People born in years of the snake will experience good news and abundance as travel star Yi Ma Ching and fortune star Kai Jing rule them this year.
“Opportunities, new directions and advancements at work will come your way,” Chow says. “But snakes need to find balance in life and take breaks when needed.”
Romantically, Snakes can find love in their travels this year. Chow advises them to wear blue or gold and travel west or north.
Horse
“This year, the Peach Blossom Star (Taohua Xing) will shine on the horses. That’s always good news,” says Chow.
Professionally, they will find new opportunities and meet many teachers who will help them.
They will enjoy good relationships. He says that this will be a perfect year for those who want to get engaged or married.
But Chow reminds the horses: Pay attention to your family’s physical and mental health.
“They can wear colorful clothes like pink, orange and a little bit of yellow. In terms of travel, they can go south,” Chow says.
Goat
This year, goats greet Tai Chui.
This usually has a positive impact on your luck, but at the same time, it can also mean that the year will be tiring. That’s why goats need to take care of themselves and rest when needed.
“Take some time to get to know yourself better. Professionally, you need to be humble and keep a low profile. And be observant. Opportunities will present themselves in time,” says Chow.
Relationship-wise, people born in Goat years will enjoy a peaceful year.
“You’re more likely to meet new people, new friends and new love this year,” says Chow, adding that some gold and a visit to the West will boost your luck.
Mono
Good news for Monkeys: they will be in harmony with Tai Shui this year.
Chow says they shower compliments on those around them at work.
But that doesn’t mean you have to live irresponsibly. Instead, says the geologist, “they should play it safe this year, especially those who love extreme sports.”
In terms of relationships, they are prone to arguments and drama, which can be avoided by improving communication this year.
2023 has an overall yellow and brown color palette, and Chow says they may look west for travel inspiration.
Gallo
Roosters should prepare: They’re coming up against Tai Chui this year, which means the next few months will be rocky and full of changes.
Chow’s advice: Embrace the chaos and travel more.
“Gather as much positive energy as you can and know that it will be easy to attract conflict this year,” she says. “But understand that these changes are for the better.”
To soften the blow, they dress in yellow and brown and go to places in the west or north.
the dog
Being associated with Tai Sui, those born under the sign of Dog are likely to enjoy a pleasant year with significant improvements in their career and finances.
But dogs need to remind themselves to be humble and listen to others, especially friends and people they trust, Chow says. This year they will tell you important things that will be very beneficial for you.
“Her lucky colors are silver and blue, and her lucky place is the north,” says Chow.
pork
Pigs will greet Tai Sui, which means it should be a positive year overall.
But on the other hand, tai sui greeting can also affect health due to additional workload.
“You have to balance your work and play time equally,” says Chow.
People born in Pig years can enjoy professional success if they are willing to focus on teamwork.
“In terms of relationships, this will be a very good year for you. You will meet new friends and love,” says Chow.
To increase luck, pigs can often wear pink and purple and plan a trip south, he adds.
Chariot
Those born in Rat years will be in conflict with the Tai Sui known as the Xing (Torture) Tai Sui next year.
“Overall, it represents a difficult year,” Chow says. “But when there’s yin, there’s always yang too. So remember, it’s never bad.”
Rats should be very careful about health and work. They may be prone to minor injuries and miscommunications this year.
Chow urges them to wear bright colors like pink and orange and visit warmer places.
Ox
Ox will enjoy a wonderful year shining star of travel and star of fortune.
“They will find new opportunities and their finances will reach a new level. They will travel more for work and personal reasons. But as they travel and work more, they need to be careful about their health,” says Chow.
Singles and those looking for love will be lucky this year.
Meanwhile, when choosing a travel destination, they may travel north, Chow says.
tiger
For those born in Tiger years, their “Ben Ming Nian” is over.
“That means whatever hard times and instabilities they’re going through, things will get better soon,” Chow says. “But patience is key, because changes won’t be immediate.”
Tigers, especially those born in spring and summer, should take time to heal in the first half of the year and make major decisions only in the second half of the year, he says.
They want to take relationships easy and “save a little time.”
Use yellow, blue and brown to bring them to life. They can travel north and west, Cho concludes.
