Chinese Almanac Astrology June 27 - July 2, 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

Scroll down to find the days of the week...

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: YANG WOOD HORSE

"Wood Horses are impulsive, reclusive and focused characters. Intermittent concentration causes them to miss opportunities and make their fortune uneven. Beneath a shy exterior they are self-assured and supportive but they do not make new friends easily. They are very clever with their hands and will be known for this capacity. They dislike surprises and prefer the simple cause and effect concept. They do not express their feelings at all. Though strong, they suffer from wind disorders and liver qi stagnation (conditions hard to diagnose and treat)."
LM Notes

QI NODE: 10 Summer Solstice

Yang Rules

"At Summer Solstice there is the longest day (yang) and the shortest night (Yin) of the year. The sun is at its zenith, directly above us at noon. It is the Yang peak of the year. Activity is highly motivated. Summer Solstice is one of four annual pivots that rectify annual qi.

"The Yang growth, that began in spring, peaks and turns towards its inevitable decline. Flowers blossom and many fruits and vegetables ripen but this explosion of splendor is a gesture of survival (launching seeds). The force of Yang, if not tempered, will destroy rather than ripen. The Chinese character for summer depicts a farmer at rest (idle) - growth in this part of summer needs no nursing. Yang is raging on its own.

"During this qi node the environmental qi is best at Noon. When you wake, practice neigong facing due south. Do not overexert yourself; but sweating is not harmful. Chew well. During the day eat two or three small meals, rest (nap) after lunch, drink green and chrysanthemum tea and in the evening enjoy a light soup. Guard the heart from strain by expressing your feelings, singing, dancing and socializing. Before bed bucket bathes with a final cold rinse. Go to sleep just after dark. Rest, relax, travel (vacation by sea or high mountain), exercise modestly and do not get burned by the sun. Do not work or rest directly in the sun of midday!"

LM The Way of Three Treasures

LUNAR HEXAGRAM 48 Jing: Well

“Jing is about the natural reciprocity in the human relationship to nature. The Zhouyi says that the unevenness of nature (well) mirrors the unevenness of our conduct. If we act inapporpriately we ruin our resources (dry well). In the  Zhouyi nature is not an almighty god that stands in judgement of us, meting our punishment for our wrongs. Nature is a dialog.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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MONDAY June 27, Yang Metal Dragon 23

Hexagram 17 Sui: Pursuit

Lunar Mansion: The Net/Crow

Solar Indicator: Open

Explore knowledge and articulation today. Manage your appetite through divination, industry and burying the dead.

"In Sui goals (hunt) hare reached but it is important not to make pursuit (killing) itself the goal. An important aspect of successful leadership is knowing when to subordinate and who or what to follow."
LM Changing: Zhouyi : 17 Sui

TUESDAY June 28, Yin Metal Snake 24

Hexagram 21 Shihe: Biting

Lunar Mansion: The Beak / Monkey

Solar Indicator: Shut

Consider caution, rest and withdraw appropriate options all day today.

"It is a day to pull back or edit in order to avoid punishment. It is the natural ebb of yang energy in late autumn. It is about the vulnerability that comes from weakness and exhuastion in general."
LM Notes: The Beak

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LUNAR HEXAGRAM 37 Jia Ren: Household

“Jia Ren is favorable for anything related to family and for women in leadership. It is about the power found working in the background and in being generously supportive. Group effort and / blood ties bring great success.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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WEDNESDAY June 29, Yang Water Horse 25

Hexagram 51 Zhen: Thunder

Lunar Mansion: The Trio / Gibbon

Solar Indicator: Design

When in doubt today, back up. In fact, plan on stepping back regardless.

"Zhen indicates a time for a dramatic breakthrough from lethargy. Good fortune here has everything to do with staying calm."
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 51 Zhen

"It bodes well to dispose of inessentials (haricuts), edit, fast, study take exams, enter retreat and practice meditation. It is good to be industrious close to home (house clean). Initiating business (particularly group enterprise) will be fruitful if planning has been thorough. It is inauspicious to push forward aggressively."

THURSDAY June 30, Yin Water Goat 26

Hexagram Consult the Oracle

Lunar Mansion: The Well / Tapir

Solar Indicator: Divide

Consult the oracle and tap into the enhanced generosity possible today. Notice and appreciate the way women are supporting your role.

The Well "is about the natural reciprocity in the human relationship to nature. The Zhouyi says that the unevenness of nature (well) mirrors the unevenness of our conduct."
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 48 Jing

Holding back is again an appropriate option.

FRIDAY July 1, Yang Wood Monkey 27

Hexagram 42 Yi: Increase

Lunar Mansion: The Chost / Sheep

Solar Indicator: Full

There is quite an ambitious nature to the day. Tonify the adventure with guidance from a strong mentor or partner, meditation, divination and retreat.

"Divination in small matters succeeds."
LM Notes: Full

"Sun and water and good soil help the tree grow strong; yet a tree is also subordinate to warmth, the rain and soil. The tree also naturally 'knows' what to take and leave. Yi is the knowledge of nature."
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 42 Yi

Holding back is again an appropriate option.

SATURDAY July 2, Yin Wood Rooster 28

Hexagram 3 Zhun: Sprouting

Lunar Mansion: The Willow / Roebuck

Solar Indicator: Level

Consult the oracle and tap into the enhanced generosity possible today. Notice and appreciate the way women are supporting your role.

"Delays should be expected."
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 3 Zhun

Relax plans today, stay home and do some self-reflection.

Holding back is again an appropriate option.

::: ::: :::

Take care of ourselves, take care of each other. 

Play with resilience.

::: ::: :::

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

Chinese Almanac Astrology June 22 - 26, 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

Scroll down to find the days of the week...

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: YANG WOOD HORSE

"Wood Horses are impulsive, reclusive and focused characters. Intermittent concentration causes them to miss opportunities and make their fortune uneven. Beneath a shy exterior they are self-assured and supportive but they do not make new friends easily. They are very clever with their hands and will be known for this capacity. They dislike surprises and prefer the simple cause and effect concept. They do not express their feelings at all. Though strong, they suffer from wind disorders and liver qi stagnation (conditions hard to diagnose and treat)."
LM Notes

QI NODE: 10 Summer Solstice

Yang Rules

"At Summer Solstice there is the longest day (yang) and the shortest night (Yin) of the year. The sun is at its zenith, directly above us at noon. It is the Yang peak of the year. Activity is highly motivated. Summer Solstice is one of four annual pivots that rectify annual qi.

"The Yang growth, that began in spring, peaks and turns towards its inevitable decline. Flowers blossom and many fruits and vegetables ripen but this explosion of splendor is a gesture of survival (launching seeds). The force of Yang, if not tempered, will destroy rather than ripen. The Chinese character for summer depicts a farmer at rest (idle) - growth in this part of summer needs no nursing. Yang is raging on its own.

"During this qi node the environmental qi is best at Noon. When you wake, practice neigong facing due south. Do not overexert yourself; but sweating is not harmful. Chew well. During the day eat two or three small meals, rest (nap) after lunch, drink green and chrysanthemum tea and in the evening enjoy a light soup. Guard the heart from strain by expressing your feelings, singing, dancing and socializing. Before bed bucket bathes with a final cold rinse. Go to sleep just after dark. Rest, relax, travel (vacation by sea or high mountain), exercise modestly and do not get burned by the sun. Do not work or rest directly in the sun of midday!"

LM The Way of Three Treasures

LUNAR HEXAGRAM 31 Xian: To Be Moved

“In all situations where slow-growing, inspired feelings are found, things go well. You may act confidently as inspiration takes shape and develops to fruition.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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WEDNESDAY June 22, Yin Wood Pig 18

Hexagram 37 Jia Rn: Household

Lunar Mansion: The Wall/Porcupine

Solar Indicator: Maintain

Beware deception today and otherwise engage and celebrate the collective integrity and authenticity of your community. Be generour and support your family, especially the ladies.


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LUNAR HEXAGRAM 48 Jing: Well

“Jing is about the natural reciprocity in the human relationship to nature. The Zhouyi says that the unevenness of nature (well) mirrors the unevenness of our conduct. If we act inapporpriately we ruin our resources (dry well). In the  Zhouyi nature is not an almighty god that stands in judgement of us, meting our punishment for our wrongs. Nature is a dialog.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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THURSDAY June 23, Yang Fire Rat 19

Hexagram 63 Jiji: Already Across

Lunar Mansion: The Stride / Wolf

Solar Indicator: Destroy

There are many sides to the day: Reckless, guarded and resourceful to name a few. Medical treatments ands repairs go well. Be cautious if you must travel and honor the wisdom of limitation.

FRIDAY June 24, Yin Fire Ox 20

Hexagram 22 Bi: Ornament

Lunar Mansion: The Mound / Dog

Solar Indicator: Danger

"The auspice must be read as the benefit that comes from a long line of causes, the continuity of a long life and/or family generational harmony. It governs a sense of inheritence, clans, teamwork and orchestrated ritual music."
LM Notes: The Mound

"Doing only what needs to be done is best. Old habits or patterns of pressing forward will invite catastrophe."
LM Notes: Danger

"It is about art, ornamantation and the power of elegence. It is how simple design can make a common even (marriage) into a beautiful ceremony (a place to go)"
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 22 Bi

SATURDAY June 25, Yang Earth Tiger 21

Hexagram 36 Mingyi: Pheasant Call

Lunar Mansion: The Stomach / Pheasant

Solar Indicator: Complete

"When integrity demands action, be cautious and prepared to fail. The situation is unfavorable because, the clear warnings of doom are being ignored by the powerful."
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 36 Mingyi

Inward reflection and withdrawing, austerity and restraint help mitigate the awkward auspices of the day.

Guess what, being generous is highly advised.

SUNDAY June 26, Yin Earth Rabbit 22

Hexagram 25 Wu Wang: No expectations

Lunar Mansion: The Watchers / Cock

Solar Indicator: Harvest

"Do not over focus on goals and gains and you can avoid disaster. Just let things happen naturally."
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 25 Wu Wang

"It is auspicious to stay home (familiar people/places), study, enter retreat, initate austerities and mak offerings to the dead. It is wise to postpone everything proactive (marriage, building, funerals, burals.)"
LM Notes: The Watchers

::: ::: :::

Take care of ourselves, take care of each other. 

Play with resilience.

::: ::: :::

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

Chinese Almanac Astrology June 19 - 21, 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

Scroll down to find the days of the week...

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: YANG WOOD HORSE

"Wood Horses are impulsive, reclusive and focused characters. Intermittent concentration causes them to miss opportunities and make their fortune uneven. Beneath a shy exterior they are self-assured and supportive but they do not make new friends easily. They are very clever with their hands and will be known for this capacity. They dislike surprises and prefer the simple cause and effect concept. They do not express their feelings at all. Though strong, they suffer from wind disorders and liver qi stagnation (conditions hard to diagnose and treat)."
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 31 Xian: To Be Moved

“In all situations where slow-growing, inspired feelings are found, things go well. You may act confidently as inspiration takes shape and develops to fruition.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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SUNDAY June 19, Yang Metal Monkey 15

Hexagram 30 Li: Oriole

Lunar Mansion: The Void/Rat

Solar Indicator: Full

Go with renewal today. Versatility and preparation are the keys of today. Keep it close to home, rest well and invest in your close friends and family.


MONDAY June 20, Yin Metal Rooster 16

Hexagram 55 Feng: Abundance

Lunar Mansion: The Roof / Swallow

Solar Indicator: Level

Let strength and confidence arrive. Stay home and fortify, both your environment and yourself. Repair walls and take tonics. Be generous, celebrate your community, alliances and your own health.

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QI NODE: 10 Summer Solstice

Yang Rules

"At Summer Solstice there is the longest day (yang) and the shortest night (Yin) of the year. The sun is at its zenith, directly above us at noon. It is the Yang peak of the year. Activity is highly motivated. Summer Solstice is one of four annual pivots that rectify annual qi.

"The Yang growth, that began in spring, peaks and turns towards its inevitable decline. Flowers blossom and many fruits and vegetables ripen but this explosion of splendor is a gesture of survival (launching seeds). The force of Yang, if not tempered, will destroy rather than ripen. The Chinese character for summer depicts a farmer at rest (idle) - growth in this part of summer needs no nursing. Yang is raging on its own.

"During this qi node the environmental qi is best at Noon. When you wake, practice neigong facing due south. Do not overexert yourself; but sweating is not harmful. Chew well. During the day eat two or three small meals, rest (nap) after lunch, drink green and chrysanthemum tea and in the evening enjoy a light soup. Guard the heart from strain by expressing your feelings, singing, dancing and socializing. Before bed bucket bathes with a final cold rinse. Go to sleep just after dark. Rest, relax, travel (vacation by sea or high mountain), exercise modestly and do not get burned by the sun. Do not work or rest directly in the sun of midday!"

LM The Way of Three Treasures

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TUESDAY June 21, Yang Wood Dog 17

Hexagram Consult the Oracle

Lunar Mansion: The House / Pig

Solar Indicator: Settle

"Preparedness makes action timely and successful. Tradition and convention, training, education - all forms of readiness, inspire action. Forces join together and new alliances produce unexpected results. Action taken with such thorough preparation is bound to succeed. The qi of the day is stable, progressive and functional. Clarity and calm are not unseated by action. Focus and repetition succeed. Procrastination and equivocation is contraindicated."
LM Notes: Settle

::: ::: :::

Take care of ourselves, take care of each other. 

Play with resilience.

::: ::: :::

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

Chinese Almanac Astrology June 13 - 18, 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

Scroll down to find the days of the week...

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: YANG WOOD HORSE

"Wood Horses are impulsive, reclusive and focused characters. Intermittent concentration causes them to miss opportunities and make their fortune uneven. Beneath a shy exterior they are self-assured and supportive but they do not make new friends easily. They are very clever with their hands and will be known for this capacity. They dislike surprises and prefer the simple cause and effect concept. They do not express their feelings at all. Though strong, they suffer from wind disorders and liver qi stagnation (conditions hard to diagnose and treat)."
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 44 Gou: Meeting

“How does weakness become a great force? Gou represents those who use weakness, disadvantage or triviality to manipulate the powerful and/or steal their power. Such people can cause great humiliation. Seduction, promiscuity, and passive (yin) aggression are not being morally condemned, just shown as a method of manipulating people with power.

"A wise person, with the responsibilities of leadership, does not indulge in the trivial. Resistance to seduction, even if it causes temporary embarrassment, is recommended.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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FRIDAY June 10, Yin Water Pig 6
Hexagram 38 Kui: Incompatible

Lunar Mansion: The Neck / Dragon

Solar Indicator: Maintain

"Unfavorable for planning or forward progress. Expect to be frustrated and make small gains. It is a good time to seek counsel from those with expertise and wisdom."

LM Changing: Zhouyi: 38 Kui

"A willingness to learn and reform will bring good fortune."
LM Notes: The Neck

Have a party, cultivate trustworthy friends and let go of the past. No really, let go :)

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LUNAR HEXAGRAM 14 Dayou: Prosperity

“Acquisition leads to loss, if you are not generous. The Zhouyi philosophy of wealth is that it should circulate through honesty, modesty, and cooperation. Prosperity only becomes a great benefit through timely and graceful spending. It is important to manage true and lasting wealth (qi) without being trapped or distracted by the ephemeral value of its material symbols.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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MONDAY June 13, Yang Fire Tiger 9
Hexagram 61 Zhongfu: Holding the Center

Lunar Mansion: The Heart/Fox

Solar Indicator: Complete

Calamity is possible today: look to teachers and mentors for guidance. Hold to the center and choose rest when the option is yours.

TUESDAY June 14, Yin Fire Rabbit 10
Hexagram 60 Jie: Juncture

Lunar Mansion: The Tail/Tiger

Solar Indicator: Harvest

Expanding your exposure today is beneficial, and let it be a juncture. Investments, fengshui adjustments, beginnings, conclusions, adjustments, self-cultivation and celebration are appropriate.

WEDNESDAY June 15, Yang Earth Dragon 11

Hexagram 41 Sun: Dimish

Lunar Mansion: The Basket/Leopard

Solar Indicator: Open

The possibility of leadership is tremendous, be sure to let the broad-minded quality of the day celebrate the collaboration of the team. Reuse, recycle, reconsider in order to make room for the fresh offerings to arrive.

THURSDAY June 16, Yin Earth Snake 12

Hexagram 19 Lin: Approach

Lunar Mansion: The Ladle/Griffon

Solar Indicator: Shut

Let caution and grace enhance the shift of power, the transmission, the embarkation of something new today. It's not so much about a struggle for accomplishment, as it is a natural succession that requires honorable presence. Prepare for a weekend of retreat.

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LUNAR HEXAGRAM 31 Xian: To Be Moved

“In all situations where slow-growing, inspired feelings are found, things go well. You may act confidently as inspiration takes shape and develops to fruition.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

::: ::: :::

FRIDAY June 17, Yang Metal Horse 13

Hexagram 13 Tong Ren: Community

Lunar Mansion: The Oxboy / Ox

Solar Indicator: Design

Staying close to home and hanging with trustworthy friends and community will help to even out the otherwise negative auspices of the day. Postponement of anything proactive is wise. Consider self-reflection and planning instead.


SATURDAY June 18, Yin Metal Goat 14

Hexagram 49 Ge: Molting

Lunar Mansion: The Maiden / Bat

Solar Indicator: Divide

"It is auspicious to stay 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. It is not auspicious to take risks, medical treatments, bury the dead. To initiate industry and production on this day invites calamity."
LM Notes: The Maiden

::: ::: :::

Take care of ourselves, take care of each other. 

Play with resilience.

::: ::: :::

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

Chinese Almanac Astrology June 10 - 12, 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

Scroll down to find the days of the week...

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: YANG WOOD HORSE

"Wood Horses are impulsive, reclusive and focused characters. Intermittent concentration causes them to miss opportunities and make their fortune uneven. Beneath a shy exterior they are self-assured and supportive but they do not make new friends easily. They are very clever with their hands and will be known for this capacity. They dislike surprises and prefer the simple cause and effect concept. They do not express their feelings at all. Though strong, they suffer from wind disorders and liver qi stagnation (conditions hard to diagnose and treat)."
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 44 Gou: Meeting

“How does weakness become a great force? Gou represents those who use weakness, disadvantage or triviality to manipulate the powerful and/or steal their power. Such people can cause great humiliation. Seduction, promiscuity, and passive (yin) aggression are not being morally condemned, just shown as a method of manipulating people with power.

"A wise person, with the responsibilities of leadership, does not indulge in the trivial. Resistance to seduction, even if it causes temporary embarrassment, is recommended.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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FRIDAY June 10, Yin Water Pig 6
Hexagram 38 Kui: Incompatible

Lunar Mansion: The Neck / Dragon

Solar Indicator: Maintain

"Unfavorable for planning or forward progress. Expect to be frustrated and make small gains. It is a good time to seek counsel from those with expertise and wisdom."

LM Changing: Zhouyi: 38 Kui

"A willingness to learn and reform will bring good fortune."
LM Notes: The Neck

Have a party, cultivate trustworthy friends and let go of the past. No really, let go :)

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LUNAR HEXAGRAM 14 Dayou: Prosperity

“Acquisition leads to loss, if you are not generous. The Zhouyi philosophy of wealth is that it should circulate through honesty, modesty, and cooperation. Prosperity only becomes a great benefit through timely and graceful spending. It is important to manage true and lasting wealth (qi) without being trapped or distracted by the ephemeral value of its material symbols.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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SATURDAY June 11, Yang Wood Rat 7
Hexagram 54 Guimei: A Girl is Married

Lunar Mansion: The Root / Badger

Solar Indicator: Destroy

Going with convention, joining up to reinvigorate our collective roots and a little bit of self-sacrifice, goes a long way today.

"It is auspicious to go to school, make offerings to ancestors, consult oracles and/or physicians. Comply with superiors and taboos (follow conventions/traditions)."
LM Notes: The Root

SUNDAY June 12, Yin Wood Ox 8
Hexagram Consult the Oracle

Lunar Mansion: The Room / Hare

Solar Indicator: Danger

Consult the oracle and get good sleep, especially if you feel deplete. Today is about digestion and transformation.

"It is a good day for fengshui adjustments, acquiring luxuries, medical treatments and making investments. Success will visit anyone who studies and/or takes exams today. Funerals on this day benefit both the living and the dead. Straight-forwardness and sincerity bring success."
LM Notes: The Room

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Take care of ourselves, take care of each other. 

Play with resilience.

::: ::: :::

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

Chinese Almanac Astrology June 7 - 9, 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

Scroll down to find the days of the week...

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: YANG WOOD HORSE

"Wood Horses are impulsive, reclusive and focused characters. Intermittent concentration causes them to miss opportunities and make their fortune uneven. Beneath a shy exterior they are self-assured and supportive but they do not make new friends easily. They are very clever with their hands and will be known for this capacity. They dislike surprises and prefer the simple cause and effect concept. They do not express their feelings at all. Though strong, they suffer from wind disorders and liver qi stagnation (conditions hard to diagnose and treat)."
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 44 Gou: Meeting

“How does weakness become a great force? Gou represents those who use weakness, disadvantage or triviality to manipulate the powerful and/or steal their power. Such people can cause great humiliation. Seduction, promiscuity, and passive (yin) aggression are not being morally condemned, just shown as a method of manipulating people with power.

"A wise person, with the responsibilities of leadership, does not indulge in the trivial. Resistance to seduction, even if it causes temporary embarrassment, is recommended.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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TUESDAY June 7, Yang Metal Monkey 3
Hexagram 11 Tai: Great

Lunar Mansion: The Wings / Serpent

Solar Indicator: Full

Voting day here in CA.

"Tai is favorable for going forward and expanding. When Tai is divined natural growth is inevitable - all plans succeed if you do not push or rush them. Do not over analyze the situation. Recognize that things unfold by themselves."

LM Changing: Zhouyi: 11 Tai

"True confidence requires no aggression. Though nothings needs to be done the natural maturation of strength occurs."
LM Notes: Full

WEDNESDAY June 8, Yin Metal Rooster 4
Hexagram 10 Lu: Treading

Lunar Mansion: The Chariot / Earthworm

Solar Indicator: Level

"Everything depends on exactly how you conduct yourself. Humility, caution, fear-management, and contemplation bring success."

LM Changing: Zhouyi: 10 Lu

"Educated choices are easily acted upon. Others join you to enlarge the success of activity... Pleasure is the outcome of disciplined practice."
LM Notes: Level

THURSDAY June 9, Yang Water Dog 5
Hexagram 58 Dui: Pleasuring

Lunar Mansion: The Horn / Crocodile

Solar Indicator: Settle

Take a light-handed approach to the day and let the innovation flow. Think birth, not death. Green sprouts, not compost.

"Tradition, convention, training, education - all forms of readiness, inspire action. Forces join together and new alliances produce unexpected results."
LM Notes: Settle

::: ::: :::

Take care of ourselves, take care of each other. 

Play with resilience.

::: ::: :::

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