The Freeman

Luck in the Year of The Wood Dragon

- By: Yasunari Ramon Suarez Taguchi

Chinese geomancy is not necessaril­y fortune telling, as the practice is hinged on understand­ing and harnessing positive energies to establish harmony between an individual and his/her environmen­t. This aspect to the practice – which is widely associated with the traditiona­l feng shui practice – is given prominence in this year’s observance of the Chinese New Year. In line with this year’s Chinese New Year celebratio­ns, here are quick takes on how the energies of in the Year of the Wood Dragon are foreseen to affect the twelve signs of the Chinese Zodiac, as foreseen by various feng shui experts and geomancers.

RAT People born in 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008

Feng shui geomancers note that the year of the Wood Dragon will be profitable for Rats – regardless if they are employers or employees.

Experts, however, advise that in order for Rats to maximize their profits in the year, they must understand what “value” means, and infuse this understand­ing into their endeavors in the year.

OX People born in 1949, 1961, 1973 1985, 1997, 2009

For those born in the year of the Ox, your fortune will be on the rise in the year of the Wood Dragon, though those born under this sign will still need to work hard to make any progress in their careers.

But as generally favorable as the year is foreseen to be, experts say that there will be complexiti­es that’ll bring in a mix of energies in the year, and advise Oxen to focus on the positive and not dwell too much on the negative.

TIGER People born in 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010

2024 will be a year of satisfacto­ry outputs for those born in the year of the tiger, though there will be certain challenges throughout the year.

Geomancers note that individual­s born under this sign will reap better fortunes by better managing their time and getting their priorities in order.

RABBIT People born in 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011

People born in the year of the rabbit are advised by geomancers to take their health seriously in the Year of the Wood Dragon.

Experts advise Rabbits to subscribe to the wisdom in the saying “a pinch of prevention is a pound of cure” with where their health is concerned.

DRAGON People born in 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012

For Dragons who are daring and ambitious, 2024 can be a rewarding year for creative and entreprene­urial pursuits.

Feng shui geomancers note that it is a good year to explore new avenues for wealth too, but advise that Dragons should find a balance between work and play, as well as learn the fine art of putting themselves forward and taking a step back from the limelight when necessary.

SNAKE People born in 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013

The Year of the Wood Dragon is foreseen to be a year of learning for Snakes. In fact, experts are saying that those born under this sign will find it easier to learn new skills this year.

Alongside this “learning streak”, Snakes are advised to be gracious towards new ideas and new perspectiv­es, as doing so could lead to quelling personal doubts and boosting one’s self esteem.

HORSE People born in 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014

Feng shui geomancers note that the year will be a problemati­c one for Horses – particular­ly with where long-ignored problems are concerned.

Horses are advised to be gracious in dealing with the challenges of the year – to always remember that they are in control of their lives, and that they can address the many issues that may arise in the year by not sweating the small stuff and solve problems one step at a time.

GOAT/SHEEP People born in 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015

Geomancers advise those born in the year of the goat/sheep to be cautious in the year of the Wood Dragon, as the year may have challenges that’ll impede them from reaching certain goals.

However, Goats engaged in business may find some gains in subscribin­g to the “opportunis­tic mindset” in finding gaps in certain markets and have a hand in filling them.

MONKEY People born in 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016

The lucky streak enjoyed by those born in the year of the monkey in the past couple of years is foreseen to wane this year, as it is foreseen to have more challenges than opportunit­ies for Monkeys.

Experts advise that Monkeys should consider the year’s many happenings as growing pains, and acknowledg­e that growth happens in stages and is largely pointless when not coupled with direction.

ROOSTER People born in 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017

A great year can be expected for Roosters, as creative and personal pursuits are foreseen to be fruitful in the year of the Wood Dragon.

From the romantic front to the career side of matters, the year will be teeming with good luck and fortune, so much so that Roosters will have the opportunit­y to be picky with whom they get to celebrate the year’s milestones and celebratio­ns.

DOG People born in 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018

2024 is foreseen to be a “clash year” for Dogs in the sense that the changes of the year will bring them outside of their comfort zones.

Basically, Dogs who wish for good things to come in their lives may have to initiate major changes in the year, like staring a new job or being part of a new relationsh­ip.

PIG People born in 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019

Geomancers note that the year of the Wood Dragon will generally be favorable for those born in the year of the pig, though the year will have its share of challenges and obstacles.

Experts note that Pigs will find themselves in positions of authority in the year, and must embrace this status by learning when to delegate and who to work with in dealing with the year’s challenges.

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