According to the solar calendar, the new year begins on February 4.
There is confusion with the lunar calendar, which this year begins on February 8, the latter is used in China for festivities and celebrations, while the solar calendar is used for example to interpret the four pillars of the Ba Zi destination, of a person. Mind you, those people born in January or the first days of February should check the day on the Chinese solar calendar to identify the correct year in which they were born.
This year-end of the goat, the month of January was a month of much instability in general, we could experience unpleasant sensations or friction, because the month of January represents the month of ox which is in conflict with the goat. Being the two land animals create this tension and competition in the energy of the earth.
Those born in the year of the ox will be willing to leave behind this year that could be turbulent or present difficulties, thankfully similar characteristics will not occur again in 60 years, which are what constitute the complete cycle, with what events similar to those that took place in 2015, will take place in 2057 and so on.
During 2016, the tigers will be able to experience a turbulent year due to the collision with the monkey. For these people it is important to say that they must manage their expectations in a super conservative way, since it is said that when the existing energy is in conflict with their own, the tendency is to be “confused”, and we are not able to make good decisions or these do not bring the expected results.
For tigers it is suggested to carry a snake (image, figure), as this is a monkey's friend and will reduce the conflict with the tiger. This recommendation does not come from magical thinking where it is expected that by itself, it has the power to modify the existing energy, since this is impossible, the energy that exists and the way in which it relates to each one, represents the unchanged third of our life, what happens is that when we see this image or figure it helps us to focus or become aware of the moment we are in, knowing that it is a cycle and that it is not forever, this awareness of the present moment reduces frustration, allowing us to focus on the existing possibilities.
Tigers can carry it all year in the purse, in the wallet, or anywhere that goes with you most of the time, at the same time ensuring that the other two thirds that constitute the well-being of people - in which if We can make changes - be treated in a way that gives us balance to mitigate the risks or obstacles that this year may present. The Feng Shui of the place where we live must be in harmony and our habits and lifestyle must be healthy and safe, avoid extreme sports and any unnecessary risk.
Regarding those people born in the year of the snake, the thing will be very different, and favorable due to the good relationship with the monkey, which represents movement and changes, they can already be ready for any type of trip or move.
For people born on days of fire, the monkey metal represents money, so they will be very active in their work or business, as well as the industry related to fire, telecommunications, social networks, entertainment and television, It will be a good time for the film and theater industry.
The characteristics of the monkey are earth, metal and water - a very cold combination - so that when in contact with the heat of the fire, the metal becomes moldable and flexible to obtain good results, which makes the year comparatively better with respect to 2015 where the firmness of the wood trying to conquer the earth, generated an important fight.
Yang fire represents the heart, blood while metal represents the lungs, respiratory system and intestine. In the months of February and May take special care with inflammations or pressure problems, as there will be a strong influence of fire and wood that can cause health imbalances, consume omega 3 and vitamin C to regulate body heat.
On the other hand, the metal being the element that is extracted from the earth, will help to lose weight, those kilos that in the years of fire and earth we have accumulated, can be reduced more easily during the fall of 2016.
Yang fire people are like the sun, warm, open, easy to relate and honest. However, they have constant mood swings and they can be eccentric and temperamental. This year's fire amplifies its characteristics in every way, especially in February and May.
As regards the Feng Shui of the place where we spend most of our lives, in our home or office, we must be aware of the energy of earth #2 and #5 because they are the energies to which the human being is more vulnerable, because they refer to diseases or obstacles, and therefore it is important to keep them in balance, for this metals are ideal because they weaken the earth's energy.
Each year the flying stars take a new position and the intensity of their effect will depend first on the basic energy contained in that sector from the moment of its construction, and then on the constitution of the inhabitants themselves. That is why houses do not have exactly the same effect for everyone living in it.
This year the #5 that represents obstacles or misfortunes, visit the northeast metallic sound is recommended to fractionate the negative energy dispersing it, it is not recommended to do works or reforms in this area, and of course not spend more than 2 or 3 hours a day in that zone, as we know it is the prolonged exposure to certain energy that affects us. Or go out from time to time to cut periods in smaller stays.
Energy #2 is at the center this year, this energy is related to health, so it also needs to be mitigated with metal, in classical Feng Shui, there are several ways to collect or clean this energy that weakens people's health. This year being at the center is very important to treat it to avoid diseases.
Energy #3 refers to thefts and conflicts, visit the northwest, fire is what consumes this energy with wood characteristics. Reducing its strength and creating balance in the environment.
Energy #7 visits the north, also refers to discussions, because of its metal nature, it requires wood, green color, plants.
The favorable energies, 8, 9, 1, 6 can be activated and used as much as possible, working, sleeping, entering those sectors where they are, however we must not forget that within Chinese metaphysics, Feng Shui corresponds to the fate of the earth, that is 1/3 of our fate, being vital to review the four Ba Zi pillars, because the interaction between our house and us will depend on the moment in which we are and the combination of elements that are present.
That said, if according to our four pillars, fire and metal are not our favorite elements, it is better to be patient, and prepare the Feng Shui of our home to spend the year in the best possible way, otherwise if they are favorable, Congratulations, work on the aspects that these elements represent for everyone, because as we know they are not the same for everyone.
Happy and prosperous year of the monkey for all the followers of Feng Shui, the art of placement.
If you want to have an energy audit of your home or workplace, or a consultation of your four Ba Zi pillars, you are in good time to identify the activities that will prevail during the year. Good luck!
Leonor Estrada
Feng Shui Consultant