Chinese
New Year 2006
What's
in store for each of the twelve animal signs
in 2006, the Year of the Dog? The Dragon is
the animal in the Chinese zodiac opposite
to the Dog, and because of it also being square
to the Ox and the Sheep, has what's called
an 'earth penalty' with the Dog. People born
in these years have to be especially careful
in 2006. Earth clashing with earth means danger
associated with earth disasters such as landslides,
collapses or earthquakes. Therefore, for people
born in these years, avoid spending large
amounts of time in very earthy areas, such
as mountains or deserts. The earth months
this year occur in April, July, October and
January. These will be tougher times for the
above animal signs.
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For
people born under the Dragon, Ox or Sheep signs,
it's good to wear a Rabbit pendant, which will
help attract away the Dog, and minimise any negative
influences this year. Whichever animal opposes
the sign of the current year always has some trouble
or lessons to deal with. The three animals that
gain most from the year are the Tiger, the Horse
and the Snake. Note I have entered the Elemental
sign of each animal here. A Fire/ Earth year has
troubles with Water, takes away from Wood, assists
Fire but sometimes drains it, boosts Earth but
sometimes overloads it, and has some problems
for Metal.
THE RAT (Water): (1900, '12, '24, '36,
'48, '60, '72, '84, '96)
This will be a year when you feel out of tune
with others in the world and the workplace. You
probably need to make adjustments to the way you
connect with others and then it will feel better.
Stay peaceful and approach things from a relaxed
standpoint. It will be easier.
THE
OX (Earth): (1901, '13, '25, '37, '49, '61, '73,
'85, '97)
This is one of those years when you need to avoid
Dog or Goat people because of the 'earth clashing'
of signs in 2006. Projects you have on the go
may suffer this year and your energies could slump.
Don't share too many parts of yourself with others,
as they may not respect it sufficiently. It's
not your best year, so hop into the back seat,
be detached and wait for 2007.
THE
TIGER (Wood): (1902, '14, '26, '38, '50, '62,
'74, '86, '98)
This is a much better year than last year. The
Dog and Tiger get on well so its a year for you
to make it and to reap the rewards. Make sure
you also put aside some profits from the year
for future years. You will have fun and achieve,
and events will generally support you well.
THE
RABBIT (Wood): (1903, '15, '27, '39, 51, '63,
'75, '87, '99)
This year your fortune improves and 2006 will
bring you benefits in the fields of new projects,
endeavours based on teamwork and things to do
with lifestyle, hobbies and creative relaxation.
Another Dog person could help with all this. These
plans and schemes will culminate best in 2007.
THE
DRAGON (Earth): (1904, '16, '28, '40, '52, '64,
'76, '88, '00)
Not the greatest year for Dragons due to your
opposition to the Dog across the zodiac. It could
be more a year of endings and transformations
than beginnings. Its also time to go through your
possessions and get rid of what's not needed.
If you have loose ends hanging about in your life,
remove them asap. This is a moving on year with
much sorting to do and the need for changes knocking
at the door.
THE
SNAKE (Fire): (1905, '17, '29, '41, '53, '65,
'77, '89, '01)
You are favoured by the Dog year, but in a way
that's not what you expect. Your plans may not
do what you have told them to do. By allowing
things to flow outside your expectations you may
add in a new dimension that hadn't occurred to
you till now. Watch out for new romances because
some of them may not be what you expect. The Snake
can be a bit of a romancer, so be cautious this
year.
THE
HORSE (Fire): (1906, '18, '30, '42, '54, '66,
'78, '90, '02)
Another sign that benefits from the Doggie year.
There are new directions for you and you will
be recognised for your abilities and talents this
year. Share your winnings and praise with others
and be grateful. Teaming up with other Tigers
and Dogs will be good for you. Enjoy yourself
this year.
THE
SHEEP (Earth): (1907, '19, '31, '43, '55, '67,
'79, '91, '03)
Not a great year for Sheep people as you are in
the 'earth clash' with the Dog mentioned earlier.
Make sure you always get the full story on everything
you do, every contract you get into and every
new person you meet so as to be clear on what's
happening. Deception about some parts of your
life could be an issue this year. Stay away from
'get rich quick' types of people. Seek good independent
advice on any projects.
THE
MONKEY (Metal): (1908, '20, '32, '44, '56, '68,
'80, '92, '04)
A year when you feel that not everything is going
at the pace you'd like it to move. You need to
calm down that Monkey curiosity and the need for
stimulation. Be aware of relationship issues,
as one may turn out to be not doing so well and
you have to reassess there. Be honest with yourself
and others and you'll be doing fine.
THE
ROOSTER (Metal): (1909, '21, '33, '45, '57, '69,
'81, '93, '05)
The year of the Dog is not always to a Rooster's
liking, and ideas you've been working on take
unexpected directions. Obstacles emerge that you
didn't expect and things turn around corners you
didn't see. Avoid the need to speak out as strongly
as Roosters usually do and you'll fare much better.
Try to stay relaxed and impartial this year and
be observant.
THE
DOG (Earth): (1910, '22, '34, '46, '58, '70, '82,
'94, '06)
This year is coming up the Dog year and it's a
good one. Nevertheless, you need to keep an eye
on your words and actions, as you may say or do
things that follow you about for a while afterwards.
You will be recognised for your work and abilities
this year, but even so, you won't always feel
totally at ease with it. Loneliness may be an
issue and despite being surrounded by well wishers,
it may not seem to be enough. Stay away from Sheep
and Ox people this year in business dealings.
THE
PIG (Water): (1911, '23, '35, '47, '59, '83, '95,
'07)
Pigs always enjoy themselves and the Dog year
is not going to supply those same feelings you're
used to. What you feel you need is a good dose
of fun and laughter. Take some time out and be
aware that the year will not go your way every
month. Make good plans for next year, as it's
going to be your year. Keep your directions clear
in 2006 and keep your focus.
Every
sign is different and it's important to remember
that each year the Chinese animal comes up, it
can have one of five different elemental makeups.
As an example, there are Fire Monkey years, Earth
Monkey years, Metal Monkey years, Water Monkeys
and Wood Monkeys. Each of these elements mean
you react differently to the year, depending on
what's in play in 2006. If your element clashes
with Fire you may have a tougher, more challenging
or testing year. And this does not mean you won't
succeed – the challenge may be just what you need
to make it.
Best of luck with the year and may all the choicest
blessings come to you.
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