CHINESE ALMANAC ASTROLOGY
In honor of Liu Ming
His lineage
In honor of winter
Still in Winter
YEAR: WOOD GOAT 4713
The Wood Goat, a little girl kid, lends a soft grounded context for us this year; Still very new, maturing quickly and playfully, sincere and disciplined. Herd up, slough off what no longer serves your appetite, compost and go fresh.
LUNAR MONTH: EARTH OX 12
"EARTH is the native element of the Ox Earthly Branch. Earth Ox are active, stubborn and highly motivated. They struggle to make sense of the world. They work hard for little reward and have a very uneven fortune, but are uncomplaining. Their strength makes more problems than solutions in their life. They are financially strapped, depressed and isolated when you but slowly overcome these limitations. Though capable of caring for others they rarely find a compatible partner or have children. They are prone to stomach/spleen disorders and arthritis." LM Notes
QI NODE: 24 Great Cold
Malignant Yin
"The Great Cold qi node is Big Yin's last stand for the year - 'Cold rolls up into Heaven'. The fact is Yin power is nearly exhausted. It is the systole of yin/yang transformation - a pause and stillness before the stirring of spring and the return of Yang. It is time to remain withdrawn and silent. Cold and Damp unite and ride the Wind. The Cold is ghostly and hollow but still dangerous and penetrating.
"During this qi node Great Cold qi is best at 2 am. One should practice neigong in the evening before bed and just before dawn facing the northeast. Do not exert yourself, but let the yang qi stir - feel warm. During the day eat two small meals. Is is still the dead of winter so do not abandon the conservation of your yang qi. Rest often and throughout the day and work indoors. Do not think too much.
"During this time the Great Yin of winter is fallen - a cold Damp (pernicious qi) spreads, along the ground. Go to bed early and avoid the cold night winds that harm the lungs. Your genetic predisposition for illness and death (ghosts) are on the surface (abroad) and can be adjusted, cleared or subdued. Heavy phlegm and cold diarrhea that do not respond to treatment are dangerous signs of possession. Stay warm. Stimulating massage is okay but should not stir up yang. Warm baths and brushing the skin red are good.
"The groundless feeling of depression, fear and 'just surviving' are common symptoms of malignant yin. The unsettled dead cause outbursts of emotion (possession/fear) that hurt the Lungs and Colon - try to stay calm, but not lethargic. Strange and/or profound dreams are good signs of the transformation and resolution of ghosts."
LM The Way of Three Treasures
LUNAR HEXAGRAM: 38 Kui: Incompatible
"In Kui frustration is noted as a natural phenomena. Frustrating situations, like the one depicted here, cannot be changed, but can be mitigated. Try a little self-reflection and humility."
LM Changing: Zhouyi
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SATURDAY January 30, Yin Metal Pig 21:: :: ::
Hexagram 37 Jia Ren: Household
Lunar Mansion: The Maiden/Bat
Solar Indicator: Open
"It is auspicious to stay at home, enjoy the arts, self-reflect, do inner planning and practice austerity (meditation, fasting and rest). It is beneficial to guard your health and conserve your qi. It is favorable to support others. Building may be safe but not profitable." LM Notes: The Maiden
Walk around open hearted today. Nourish each other and especially yourself.
SUNDAY January 31, Yang Water Rat 22
Hexagram 63 Jiji: Already Across
Lunar Mansion: The Void/Rat
Solar Indicator: Shut
"Everything is ending well but decline and disorder is inevitable. Do not hurry or press for completion. Good for stepping down, inheritance, traveling in familiar places and marriage. Bad for new plans, innovation and taking things for granted."
LM Changing: Zhouyi
Retreat completely if possible and otherwise aim for run-of-the-mill. Nothing eventful today is best. Try and be supportive and kind in response to everything.
MONDAY February 1, Yin Water Ox 23
Hexagram 22 Bi: Ornament
Lunar Mansion: The Roof/Swallow
Solar Indicator: Design
"It is auspicious to stay home, repair walls (security), remodel, take tonics and comply with superiors. It is favorable for medical treatments, exercise and eating well. It is favorable to raise roof beams and rafters (begin new construction). It is auspicious for family gatherings at home. Alliances and collaborations come to fruit as good 'luck'. This day is inauspicious for travel because you will be robbed (road) or drowned (sea). Strangers and strange (foreign) places offer calamity."
LM Notes: The Roof
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In resilient relations,
Jamie Shulander
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