CHINESE ALMANAC ASTROLOGY
In honor of Liu Ming
His lineage
In honor of winter
As it considers departing
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: 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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
LM The Way of Three Treasures
LUNAR HEXAGRAM: 15 Qian: Modesty
"With true modesty anything can be accomplished. In modest steps a great journey can be accomplished. Even when strong action needs to be taken, do not abandon modesty."
LM Changing: Zhouyi
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Hexagram 17 Sui Pursuit
Lunar Mansion: The Stride/Wolf
Solar Indicator: Full
"What Confucianists will interpret as an ideal of moral restraint, is, in the Zhouyi, simply a matter of precedent and practicality. True success is ordained of Heaven, that is, fated or created by natural precedents - the momentum of the ancestors. When Sui is divined, following the omen of the ancestors is always the road to success"
LM Changing: Zhouyi
An expansive day, best used to fortify and track game animal through the snow. Winter still has a hold, tend yourself and pay close attention to what is offered in your path today.
"True confidence requires no aggression. Though nothing needs to be done the natural maturation of strength occurs."
LM Notes: Full
FRIDAY February 5, Yin Fire Snake 27
Hexagram 21 Shihe: Biting
Lunar Mansion: The Mound/Dog
Solar Indicator: Level
Use the seductive capacity of the Fire Snake to expand efforts and cleanly release what no longer serves the community.
"It is time to build (thresholds, public buildings) and add on (growth of family: new baby, new bride) to property. It is auspicious to initiate and continue routine business. It is a day for feasting, gathering and romance. Marriages contracted/performed today produce resourceful and wealthy children. It is an excellent day for assemblies, parties and celebrations.
"It is inauspicious to enter retreat, practice renunciation or travel alone. Avoid confrontation."
LM Notes: The Mound
SATURDAY February 6, Yang Earth Horse 28
Hexagram 51 Zhen: Thunder
Lunar Mansion: The Stomach/Pheasant
Solar Indicator: Settle
"With true modesty anything can be accomplished. In modern steps a great journey can be accomplished. Even when strong actions need to be taken, do not abandon modesty."
LM Changing: Zhouyi
It is auspicious to bury the dead, build, marry and ask for what you are due today. Have an open heart, give and receive generously and gracefully. Get some light exercise midday.
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In honor of Ming and the Wood Goat:
For the duration of this Wood Goat year, to those of you who follow these Almanac Updates, I offer a %25 discount on:
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Gratitude for your love and support, may the reciprocity flourish.
In resilient relations,
Jamie Shulander
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