Chinese Almanac Astrology October 2 - 5, 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: YANG FIRE DOG ‘Guard Dog’
Fire Dogs are patient, persevering and kind-hearted. Strong (even aggressive) at standing up for others, they forget to speak for themselves. Their strength isolates them. They are poor planners but excellent and dedicated problem solvers. The problems they solve are often of their own making. They may lose a home or business to fire. They do not enjoy good health due to inherited liver and heat disorders. Their fortunes are shaped by the vague and unresolved longings of their dead ancestors (which must be resolved).

QI NODE: 16 Autumn Equinox

Yin Descends

"When the qi node Autumn Equinox arrives annual Yin qi is established. Day and night are equal. During this period the environment grows ever more yin and is characterized by a cool, dry wind (metal element). It is one of four annual pivots that rectify the annual qi. Yin and yang are equal - day and night are equal. Storehouses are filling up and the work of harvest is nearly complete. There is a pleasant stillness.

"During this qi node qi is best at 6pm. Neigong should be done indoors morning and evening in short sessions. When yin/yang equality is reached and yin is about to take charge, it is best to eat food that has a higher jing/qi concentration. Breakfast can be eaten a little bit later than in spring/summer but is should be hearty. Do not eat at all after 7pm. All meals should be experienced in a quiet and undistracted setting. You needn't be a hermit, but avoid being social at every meal."

LM The Way of the Three Treasures

LUNAR HEXAGRAM 45 Cui: Assembly

“Beneficial for all joint efforts. Be receptive to the inevitable success that comes from joining together with others. Expect emotions to run high and epiphanies on all sides."
LM Changing: Zhouyi 

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SUNDAY October 2, Yin Fire Snake 2
Hexagram 13 Tong Ren: Community

Lunar Mansion: The Room / Hare

Solar Indicator: Complete

It's not just you if you feel distracted. The whole day is distracted, yet put to a collective purpose and things may ultimately run smoothly. Study, meditation, moving home, adding rooms, fengshui adjustments and medical treatments are auspicious. Be modest.

MONDAY October 3, Yang Earth Horse 3
Hexagram 19 Lin: Approach

Lunar Mansion: The Heart / Fox
Solar Indicator: Open

Routine work, moving home, and showing respect and modest in new situations bodes well. Comply with superiors and go with the flow. When in doubt stand back and follow the movement.

TUESDAY October 4, Yin Earth Goat 4
Hexagram 41 Sun: Diminish

Lunar Mansion: The Tail / Tiger

Solar Indicator: Open

Initiations are auspicious today. It's not about immediate affect, but rather investments. Follow advice and practice generosity.

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

WEDNESDAY October 5, Yang Metal Monkey 5
Hexagram 60 Jie: Juncture

Lunar Mansion: The Basket / Leopard

Solar Indicator: Shut

Wear a scarf and protect your health today. Withdraw is an option and otherwise, go for it. Whatever it is that you're pondering, today it might be worth trying, now.
It is auspicious to work hard, reinvest, build and remodel.
Memorials are beneficial and rest is recommended.

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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