Chinese Almanac Astrology July 10 - 16, 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 WOOD GOAT

"Wood Goats are industrious, sincere and disciplined characters. They mature quickly, attract helpers and work diligently towards great success. They have great good fortune due to previous causes. Many friends and their children will support them. Their artistic and aesthetic sense is strong, but they rarely produce art due to excessive idealism and naivete. They are strongly affected by their environment. Their strong constitution often chooses self-abuse but will ultimately give them long life."
LM Notes

QI NODE: 11 Slight Heat

Yang Declines

In Slight or Small Heat qi node Yang begins its inevitable decline but growth is extended. The weather turns mild. Fruits and vegetables are abundant. Cicadas and crickets choruses are heard day and night. Twilight is beautiful. Barns bulge with the abundance. The Prince ascends the throne (yang matures) and becomes King. What will Yang’s legacy be? Is it survival at any cost (brutishness) or the fullness of true
and elegant majesty (wisdom)?
The name “Slight Heat” refers to the mild heat that appears as the yang of the year begins its decline. In this and the next Qi Node (“Great Heat”) the declining yang partners with the inter-seasonal earth and creates damp (or mucus) – that is thick and sometimes sticky qi and fluids

The name “Slight Heat” refers to the mild heat that appears as the yang of the year begins its decline. In this and the next Qi Node (“Great Heat”) the declining yang partners with the inter-seasonal earth and creates damp (or mucus) – that is thick and sometimes sticky qi and fluids. During this node, hot wind continues to prevail and may cause dry Lungs, coughs, hemorrhoids, constipation and fevers. It can aggravate existing (chronic or constitutional) heat conditions like insomnia, heart irregularities and low- grade systemic inflammations of the blood (eczema, dental infections, yeast infections, herpes, skin rashes). Yang qi is past its abundant stage and clings to earth causing damp. Contagious diseases that “rode the hot wind” in the Summer Solstice now take root. Anxiety may crowd into dreams.
Flowers blossom and fruits and vegetables can be harvested and continue to ripen but this explosion of splendor is about survival. It is the time when many plants extend their qi to produce strong roots and fertile seeds (create future). The Chinese character for summer depicts a farmer at rest (idle) – growth in this part of summer needs little or no nursing (prayer is common). Fall harvests will dependent on this Qi Node being mild. Mild winds can clear damp (avoid mold). Strong summer-style activity takes much more qi to maintain. Though sustained activity is recommended (wind clears damp) it is becoming important to pace oneself. Summer storms can destroy crops and excess activity can purge yang before its Autumn harvest.
During this qi node the environmental qi (Heaven/Earth) is best at 1pm. When you wake practice neigong facing due South. Do not overexert yourself (sweat); let the qi move the blood and transform nutrients. Dress lightly, untie your hair and stroll about to avoid the damp.

Chew well. During the day eat two meals, rest (nap) after lunch, snacks of fruit (melon) are good on hot days. Drink green and chrysanthemum tea and in the evening enjoy a light savory soup. Guard the heart (shen) from strain by modestly expressing your feelings – it is natural to feel a bit anxious (sudden decline of yang) – but avoid drama/anxiety. Before bed bucket bathe (cold salt rinse) and go to sleep at dark. Rest, relax, travel (vacation by sea), 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 50 Ding: Tripod

“If we express and demand harmony with grace and sincerity we have a chance at the great non-dualistic feeling of reality.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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SUNDAY July 10, Yin Water Snake 7

Hexagram 57 Xun: Compliance

Lunar Mansion: The Room / Hare

Solar Indicator: Open

"It is auspicious to make sincere offering sto ancestors, consult oracles, practice ritual and meditation, move home, begin construction and add rooms to homes and shops. 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 sicnerity bring success."
LM Notes: The Room

MONDAY July 11, Yang Wood Horse 8

Hexagram 48 Jing: The Well

Lunar Mansion: The Heart / Fox

Solar Indicator: Shut

Go for the routine today, keep it light, comply with divination and make sincere offerings to your ancestors.

Let  recalibration happen by keeping an even keel.

TUESDAY July 12, Yin Wood Goat 9

Hexagram 18 Gu: Contamination

Lunar Mansion: The Tail / Tiger

Solar Indicator: Design

"On this day investments increase in value. It is ideal to give or receive (spend) inheritances. Enjoying the arts is appropriate. Lost trasures can be found on this day. It is ideal for self-cultivation, meditation and enjoyment. It is a time of recognizing and acknowledging achievement with rewards. Evening is less auspicious."
LM Notes: The Tail

"It is not about remembering the unborn origin of things as they arise and take birth (appearance). The qi of the day is not ripe for action - like the early Spring when winter is exhausted, old mother, but the young son is not strong."
LM Notes: Design

WEDNESDAY July 13, Yang Fire Monkey 10

Hexagram 46 Sheng: Ascending

Lunar Mansion: The Basket / Leopard

Solar Indicator: Divide

“Since Sheng is about ascending naturally, the auspices stay favorable if you are receptive and subordinate. Your talents are recognized and they suit the times. Steady, gradual progress is indicated.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 46 Sheng

"An open heart gives the option to acquire great wisdom."
LM Notes: Divide

THRUSDAY July 14, Yin Fire Rooster 11

Hexagram 6 Song: Disputing

Lunar Mansion: The Ladle / Griffon

Solar Indicator: Full

“When a situation lacks clarity, it is best to retreat and wait for fortunes to change.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 6 Song

"This is an optimum day for education, preparation, polishing, gathering resources and firming up plans...Practice and disciplined cultivation bring confidence."
LM Notes: Full

Retreat for the rest of the weekend.

FRIDAY July 15, Yang Earth Dog 12

Hexagram 47 Kun: Beset

Lunar Mansion: The Oxboy / Ox

Solar Indicator: Level

“Time will tell whether enduring such hardship and pain will make you a stronger person. The good news is, the pain will pass.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 47 Kun

Retreat. Seek honesty from your in-crowd and engage is educated choices.

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LUNAR HEXAGRAM 10 Lu: Treading

“When a tiger is not hungry or provoked it allows its usual prey to play safely nearby. Clarity and sincerity are the only defense against the unpredictable dangers represented by the tiger.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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SATURDAY July 16, Yin Earth Dog 13

Hexagram 64 Weiji: Not yet across

Lunar Mansion: The Maiden / Bat

Solar Indicator: Settle

“The transition from old to new is the essence of change and each step should be taken slowly and then savored with modesty and sincerity. It would not be appropriate to get blitheringly drunk at your retirement party.”
LM Changing: Zhouyi: 64 Weiji

Rest, eat lightly with friends and alliances, self-reflect, enjoy the arts and practice generosity, focus and repetition.

Retreat again tomorrow for sure.

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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