Time for Self-Reflection for Horse Signs

Artwork by Nichol Lopez

Happy Lunar New Year from Ink and Enderun Colleges!

This year, the snake slithers away back into the arms of Voldemort and in comes the majestic Wooden Horse. Equines generally are fascinating creatures, often a symbol of majesty and good fortune, but will this year be as magnificent as the sign suggests? Read on below and see if you probably should have bought that extra Bagwa from the mall yesterday.

RAT    1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008
Just because somebody picks a fight, it does not mean you have to automatically engage in combat and conflict. Taking the high road is easier said than done. Nevertheless, if you steer clear of trouble when you see it galloping towards you, you can remain unperturbed in the face of other people’s dramas. Be prepared for change, whether it is welcomed or not, and you can be resilient when the Horse energies race towards you.

OX  1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009
Is there a knight riding a white Horse bearing flowers and champagne? Whether you see yourself as the damsel in distress or the knight in shining armour, the Horse can bring some excitement when it comes to romance. As an unattached Ox, you still need to get out and about to meet those admirers. If you already feel you are luck in love, then there is no need to covet anybody else’s relationship.

TIGER  1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010
There are times when acting on the spur of the moment brings you joy and satisfaction. There are other times, when exercising some restraint is what pays dividends in the long run, and this year there will be moments when you will be tested on your self-discipline. If you want to pass the test with flying colours, you know you need to not pay attention to those who draw you into madcap schemes.

RABBIT 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011
Chasing your dreams can seem like hard work when what you are seeking is far, far away. Worthy goals are rarely achieved overnight, yet you can gain a sense of achievement by setting some milestones which you can race past at regular intervals. When an obstruction appears on your path, there is no need to feel defeated, you know you can often find a way to go around it.

DRAGON  1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012
What sorts of strings are attached to attractive offers that are dangled before you? Be wary of getting tied up in a knotty situation, because you were not fully aware of all the details. Going on a fact-finding mission before you agree to anything will mean you can weigh up the pros and cons. There is no need to follow the crowd if you feel something is not right for you.

SNAKE  1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013
Do not be surprised if you experience more rivalry this year. Is it you or is it your contemporaries? What truly belongs to you will find its way to you, yet there are those who will attempt to grab what is yours. With your competitive spirit you are not going to sit back and watch, you are going to play against your opponents. Some subtle tactics will remind all contenders that you know how to play to win.

HORSE  1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014
As you trot into your own year, you might have already heard some remarks that it is unlucky when you meet your own sign. Life is not that black and white. Bad luck has not booked extra meetings into your diary for the year ahead. Meeting your own sign can mean it is a time for self-reflection. When you plan ahead, be generous in allowing enough time for you to make your mark in your own year.

GOAT  1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015
What if what you wished for appeared right before your eyes? Would you be overjoyed? Or would you wonder if something that came so easily would be worthy? There is no need to chase after what you want. Trust that the universe can help you draw to you what you truly need. Count all the blessings in your life. When you appreciate what is truly valuable, you will be glad you have had it all along.

MONKEY  1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016
Challenging circumstances are not going to prevent you from forging ahead with your plans because you are going to remain determined. If somebody says something is too difficult you will take that to mean you are going to do everything you can to prove that you can do it. Before you prove that you can do something, make sure that you actually want to do that something, rather than going all out to merely prove a point.

ROOSTER  1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017
What makes a couple-relationship just right is a tolerance for all those little things which are not quite right. If you are a solo Rooster, the energies of Horse year can bring you romantic opportunities. Do you know what you are looking for when it comes to love? If you do then you will know when you are suited to someone. If you are still figuring out what would be a good match, remember not to be too fussy.

DOG  1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018
If events do not unfold in your favour, remember you do not have to struggle on all by yourself. The Horse ruling the year can bring those to lend you a helping hand, yet you need to be strong enough to reach out. Let it be known you would like some support. It gives others the pleasure of making a difference if they can do something to make your world a better place.

PIG  1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019
You can feel more in control of certain tricky situations if you do not try too hard to be in command of every awkward individual or every minute detail. Having a plan does not mean you have to stick with it rigidly. Having a plan means that everyone involved is aware of what is supposed to happen, when it is scheduled and who is doing what. Last minute changes can make your plan work better.

by Foon Chik, FSSA Consultant taken from www.fengshuisociety.org.uk