Chinese Almanac Astrology May 20 - 22, 2016

In honor of Liu Ming

my teacher

To support grace and ease / For the resolution of all beings

CHINESE ALMANAC ASTROLOGY

commentary and compilations 

by Jamie Shulander

All notes from class notes/works by Liu Ming

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INDICATORS

YEAR of the FIRE MONKEY 4714

(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: YIN WATER SNAKE 4

"Water Snakes are cunning, gifted and restless characters. Their seductive qi brings them assistance from people of knowledge and power. Their good fortunes rely upon others (previous causes). Their inner life is secret and they do not reveal their real thoughts or feelings to anyone. They dislike personal commitment and are unlikely to parent children. Natural renunciates, who enjoy the wilderness, their potential for the practice of wisdom traditions is great. They are prone to contagious disease and cold illnesses (pain). They are not easily ‘read’." LM Notes

QI NODE: 8 Grain Sprouts

Yang Expands

"Yang in the Grain Sprouts qi node agrees to leadership through education - yang qi agrees to stay in the channels. Yang matures and takes on a less impulsive quality - it becomes steady in its discipline. The Prince leads his first successful campaign. What were fertile fields now show sprouts. The promise is strong. Trees and shrubs flourish. There is a 'small fullness'. The sages gather herbs from mountains in peace. Some early fruits are harvested.
The qi is best a 10am, get up early and practice neigong in the shade, away from the wind. Several short sessions in the day would be best. Bucket bathes before bed and retire shortly after dark. Working closely with others on big projects is auspicious. Be a part of something big - something that concerns more than your personal comfort and routines."

LM The Way of Three Treasures

LUNAR HEXAGRAM 9 Xiao Xu: Minor Force

“It is best to subordinate to or ally yourself with the strong or wait to accumulate more strength and resources. Do not be rambunctious, distracted or diverted. Small projects well done will eventually add up to success. Obstacles and delays can be expected in any forward action.” 
LM Changing: Zhouyi

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FRIDAY May 20, Yang Water Tiger 14

Hexagram 15 Qian: Modesty

Lunar Mansion: The Oxboy / Ox

Solar Indicator: Harvest

"Modesty applied to time is patience. Together, modesty and patience are unsurpassable."
LM Changing: Zhouyi 15 Qian

Cancel everything possible, stay home and chill. Retreat in your day somehow and ponder over the bigger picture of your community. We've just stepped into a new qi node (see above), be part of something beyond yourself.

Relax any expectation for the rest of the weekend.

SATURDAY May 21, Yin Water Rabbit 15

Hexagram 12 Pi: Obstruction

Lunar Mansion: The Maiden /  Bat

Solar Indicator: Open

"When the best people are stagnant, held back or obstructed; change for the better is inevitable."
LM Changing: Zhouyi 12 Pi

Adaptation, relaxation, rest and withdrawal are auspicious. Enjoy the arts and practice self-cultivation, self-reflection and meditation. Hang with your posse close to home.

SUNDAY May 22, Yang Wood Dragon 16
Hexagram 45 Cui: Assembly

Lunar Mansion: The Void / Rat

Solar Indicator: Shut

Rest, be artistic and guard your resources. Natural unity meets affliction today; let confusion hone in the resources. Nourish, protect and strengthen family units. No dissection.

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Take care of ourselves, take care of each other. 

Play with resilience.

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Please know that I offer the following:

• Polestar Astrology Readings 
• Almanac Astrology Consultations 
• Fengshui Consultations 
• Qigong Instruction 

In resilient relations,

Jamie Shulander

jshulander@gmail.com

415-450-7884