Chinese Almanac Astrology February 15 - 18, 2016

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

In honor of Liu Ming 

Apologies for poor formatting...My correctional efforts seem fruitless this time




CHINESE ALMANAC ASTROLOGY
YEAR of the FIRE MONKEY 4714 
"With the beginning of spring the Liver/hun 'comes alive'. In the early nodes of spring dreams can be very revealing of our physical and spiritual condition and the state of our ancestors. As the ghosts (yin) of winter fade into the background the beneficent ancestors (yang) come forward. Spring qi has a kind of hope in it - we dream both day and night during this time. Though our qi resources are not yet solid, it is very auspicious to being cultivating new and renewable projects. The caution is important - if we move too fast the weak underpinnings of spring yang collapse. If impulse accepts education all goes well.

"It is auspicious for building and routine work. Good auspice is directly related to continuity, convention and not innovation. It is not auspicious for funerals/burials or marriages. It is a dangerous day for travel and/or medical treatments."With playful reciprocity and gratitude for our connection, please know that I offer the following:

(Native Yang Metal) Imaginative/Clever/Playful

"Charged: curious, capable, funny, adaptable, intelligent, resourceful, innovative, playful, imaginative, responsive and heals fast.

Deplete: manipulative, deceptive, unfocused, cunning, erratic, crafty, frantic, nervous, compulsive, anxious and possibly criminal.

Image: The Monkey talked about in Chinese Astrology is well known to the Chinese peasant as a god. The Tibetan and Zhou people both have fables of a Monkey ancestor. The most famous Monkey in China is the wily Monkey who aids a monk in bringing the Buddhist sutras from India. All the images portray the Monkey as godlike but with the weaknesses commonly associated with humans (desire). This is the perilous balancing act that gives us an understanding of the Monkey character. Poised between the profound and the mundane, Monkeys are capable of a broad awareness of their environment. Nothing is left to convention. For Monkeys the greatest danger is selfish fantasy, the evil sister of visionary wisdom. Monkeys fluctuate between materialism and austerity. Material possessions must not block a Monkey’s need for flexibility.

Fire Monkey (1836, 1896, 1956, 2016, 2076) ‘Mountain Monkey’

Fire Monkey’s are organized, industrious and frank characters. They have strong sexual energy and work on their appearance. They are late to settle down. Their fortunes are good (though their motivation may be inspired by escaping hardship) and they are successful in business. They are particularly capable of avoiding negativity, but they will unfortunately need this skill. Though vigorous they are susceptible to wind disorders and may have coronary problems."

LUNAR MONTH: YANG METAL TIGER

"Metal Tigers are demanding, candid and vigorous characters. They are contentious, aggressive, sensual and yet forgiving. They are generous to temples and to their friends. To avoid anxiety they do not hide their feelings or thoughts, but regret it later. When young they are wasteful and their fortune is limited and obstructed but as they age it consistently improves without reversal. They are physically strong and more likely to be injured than ill. They are susceptible to pernicious wind when depressed." LM Notes

QI NODE: 25 Spring Begins

Yang Reverses Yin

"Though Spring Begins means the return of yang qi it is really mostly theoretical. We feel that Yin is done, but Yang is still only active 'under the surface'. The overall trend has shifted towards Yang but it may not be accompanied by much apparent change, like warm weather or increased stamina. The first new moon begins the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year). Spring Festival, celebrated for the 2 weeks of this qi node, in China is like Christmas, New Year, Fourth of July and everyone's birthday all rolled into one. Everyone celebrates and is very generous and sociable to encourage spring to grow. This is the gan ying principle. It is a celebration of yang renewal.

"During this qi node qi is best at 3am. One should practice neigong just before dawn facing - northeast. Do not exert yourself, but let the yang qi play - this renews us and gives us longevity. During the day eat several small meals with family and friends. Renew relationships.

"Acts of renewal and generosity are auspicious and rewarding. Avoid being very productive and do not sign agreements."

LM The Way of Three Treasures 

LUNAR HEXAGRAM 62 Xiao Guo: Small Succeeds

"The qi of 'small success' is not only in prolonging influence near the end but also in preparing for the inevitable loss of power (retirement).

LM Changing: Zhouyi

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MONDAY February 15, Yin Fire Rabbit 8
Hexagram 32 Heng: Constancy
Lunar Mansion: The Bow/Deer
Solar Indicator: Divide

"It is auspicious to build and buy new property. It is an especially good day to get married. It is favorable for divination, signing contracts, romance/courtship and all forms of partnership. Good auspice is especially related to festive group events, banqueting, family gatherings and/or community celebrations. It is an excellent day to take office (begin a new job).

"It is not auspicious for funerals/burials (become unsettled: ghosts). Seclusion or isolation is unfavorable (miss opportunity)."

LM Notes: The Bow

Engage the generosity, adaptability and sensitivity available today. Pausing to calibrate for the situation, opens extra doors.

TUESDAY February 16, Yang Earth Dragon 9
Consult the Oracle
Lunar Mansion: The Wings/Serpent
Solar Indicator: Full
A level of regality is possible today especially for those who self-cultivate. Otherwise, watch that pride doesn't ruin the party. Consult the oracle for specific advice. 

"This constellations governs family and clan gatherings and the performance of music (musicians). Good auspice relies heavily on inclusiveness, following custom (manners), social convention and guileless loyalty. Good fortune comes through the natural ‘chain of
command’. Misfortune is directly related to breaking taboos, ignoring family, conventions and/or defaulting on commitments of any kind. Lie still, move slowly and methodically and the snake won’t strike."
LM The Wings

"Confidence grows as the right time and necessary resources are now part of the vision. The qi is forming patterns and remaining in the channels. Practice and disciplined cultivation bring confidence."
LM Notes: Full

WEDNESDAY February 17, Yin Earth Snake 10
Hexagram 57 Xun: Compliance
Lunar Mansion: The Chariot
Solar Indicator: Level
"This is a day when stable readiness and the qi of confidence blooms into activity. Youthful anxiety and ambition are replaced by personal strength and confidence. From this position all things look and are possible. Educated choices are easily acted upon. Others join you to enlarge the success of activity. The prince (yang) is mature, if inexperienced, but ready to act independently of his mother (yin). Pleasure is the outcome of disciplined practice. Yang qi’s previously renegade quality is matured, integrated and dominant."
LM Notes: Level


THURSDAY February 18, Yang Metal Horse 11
Hexagram 48 Jing: The Well
Lunar Mansion: The Horn/Crocodile
Solar Indicator: Settle
Beginnings, initiations, new alliances and joining forces are supported today. Collective action supports collective resilience. 

"Buy property, plant a garden, apply for and/or begin a new job (approach the Emperor)...All activities related to children and/or young people are auspicious."
LM Notes: The Horn

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With playful reciprocity and gratitude for our connection, please know that I offer the following:

• Polestar Astrology Readings 
• Almanac Astrology Consultations 
• Fengshui Consultations  

In resilient relations,

Jamie Shulander
jshulander@gmail.com
415-450-7884