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02/18/2026

HAPPY CHINESE YEAR OF THE YANG FIRE HORSE 2026!!!
The Chinese New Year begins with the new moon on February 17, 2026. This is a potent and exciting time for us to experience, as the new year begins with a full “Ring of Fire” annular solar eclipse, on Mardi Gras, and the beginning of Ramadan! Let’s explore the energetics of the “Ruler of the Year”, the Fire Horse so we can deepen our understanding, enhance our experience, function harmoniously, and try to keep up with the dynamic Horse!

The Horse, and people born in year of the Horse, are energetic, independent, and confident. Horses dislike restraint or limits placed on their freedom. An adventurer at heart, the Horse is physically quick, and quick-witted, creatively devising new solutions to old issues. The clever optimism of the Horse generally indicates this year to be good for money. This is an excellent time to start new ventures, projects and activities, and an excellent time to travel intrepidly where you’ve never been before.

As we recall, there are 12 Chinese astrological animals, and 5 elements, creating the 60 year cycle. The last Fire Horse year was 1966. Preceding, and preparing us for the Yang Fire Horse was the year of the Yin Wood Snake. The mysterious Snake has a cautious, calculating energetic. According to the 5 Element generating cycle, the Wood of the Snake fuels the Yang Fire of this year. Snakes, as we know, shed their skin to engender new growth. So, by now, we must have all shed any limitation, unburdened ourselves of any restrictive habits or programming that may prevent us from expressing freely, because now is the time to emerge from the darkness into the bright light of the Fire Horse! The Horse is high-spirited, confident, carefree and spontaneous! Let’s saddle up and ride with the wind!

The energetic Horse is the 7th astrological animal, the middle of the cycle, pertaining to the Yang season of summer, and the Yang time of day- 11AM-1PM. Each animal is associated with an element, and the Horse is naturally related to the Fire element, so this is a double Fire year! In the Chinese 5 Element system, Fire controls or transforms Metal. Utilizing the power of Fire, we have the ability to creatively transform elements, forging metal, blowing glass, etc., creating visual beauty. This year is Yang Fire, bright, like the Sun which illuminates all and warms our planet and solar system, making life on this planet possible and beautiful. Last year the Yin secretive Snake brought us inward journeys, and now the bright Yang Fire shines our path in the sun. The Horse moves confidently with nothing to hide.

The element Fire relates to the Heart. According to Chinese medicine, the Heart is referred to as “the Emperor of Organs”. All the organ systems obey the orders of the Heart. The Heart Fire, like the Sun, provides a dependability, a constancy of steady beating that brings life via the vessels to all the organ systems. Chinese medicine operates by achieving and maintaining balance. The Five Elements (fire, earth, metal, water, wood) pertain to the various organ systems functioning in harmonious relationship. For instance, the Heart Fire is balanced by the Kidney Water. The Heart Fire is pacified by Water, not burning in excess, and the Fire warms the Kidney, enabling the movement of Water appropriately throughout the body.

The Heart also holds the “Shen”, frequently translated as “Spirit”. Shen perhaps contains the most complex and ineffable concepts in Chinese medicine. Shen/Spirit is beyond the physical realm, yet it is nourished by Qi and Jing, much in the same way that Fire needs fuel to burn. Shen is displayed in the brightness of one’s eyes. Three Functions attributed to Shen are mental activity or consciousness, the Seven Emotions (joy, anger, grief, sadness, fright, pensiveness/overthinking, anxiety/worry), and the “Five Shens”, subtle aspects of spirit/consciousness pertaining to each of the Five Organ systems. Chinese medicine recognizes that our Spirit is not separate from our physical body and imbalances of Spirit cause physical symptoms. Our Shen/Spirit, alive like Fire, resides in our Heart, and directs our path.

The emotion associated with the Heart is Joy. When our Heart is light, unencumbered, we make choices directing ourselves on a Path of the Heart, the path of enthusiasm. The Horse is freedom-oriented, following intuition and enthusiasm, running without restrictions, making instantaneous choices unencumbered by thoughts. The path of enthusiasm leads to Joy. The Chinese character for Joy (Le, originating from a picture of a drum), means both Joy and Music. Music soothes the Heart and Spirit. The Horse is a social creature- this is a good year for joyful gatherings replete with music and witty repartee.

Energetic Yang Fire Horse needs balance. This year, stay hydrated! Work and play with great creative energy, though try not to get burnt out. Fire needs fuel. Get good sleep- the Yin of sleep balances Yang activity. Fire needs oxygen. Nurture the Fire in your Heart with conscious deep breathing. This is a great year for creative physical activity- build something, make useful art, garden, etc. Be active! Start something fun. Find an exercise/activity that you enjoy and continue it regularly. It is important to stay active.

The Virtue relating to Fire is Propriety, also translated Ceremony or Ritual. As the Fire of the Sun dependably shines for all, and our Heart beats regularly, so does the Emperor/Empress perform beneficial rituals at the appropriate season, balancing Heaven and Earth for the benefit of all people. According to Confucius, the intentionality of ritual ceremony acknowledges an order inherent in Nature and society. Propriety consciously promotes harmony.

Now, however, is the year of the Fire Horse 2026. Propriety is not the term generally used to describe current life in America and elsewhere. What can we expect? Fire is powerfully transformative and the Horse yearns to be unconstrained, yet each need guidance and supervision to function in harmony with the will of humanity. How to utilize the Fire Horse? Let’s study history and see what happened 60 years ago during the previous Fire Horse year.

The Fire Horse 1966 in Japan saw a reduction of births by 25% because people were afraid that girls born in the year of the powerful and independent Fire Horse would upset order by disregarding the authority of their husbands. This movement was derided as superstition, yet the data suggests that the fear of impropriety was quite popular. Meanwhile, in China 1966, the Cultural Revolution began. Like a stampede, or a wildfire, “The Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution” began during Red August 1966 (Red=Fire) in Beijing. 1 to 2 million people were killed, historical and religious sites were destroyed by the Red Guard who sought to destroy the “4 Olds”: old ideas, old culture, old customs, and old habits. Schools and universities were closed, 10’s of millions of people were persecuted, sent to re-education camps, and/or massacred. Chaos and violence characterized this revolt against established order. (In 1981, the Communist Party acknowledged that the Cultural Revolution, “10 years of havoc”, was a failure and a severe setback.)

Meanwhile in 1966, Western-type civilization was experiencing profound changes and upheaval, year of the Fire Horse. The Vietnam War escalated and opposition to it increased, accelerated by tv coverage which brought the war daily into homes across America. (Visual Yang Fire illuminating via new technology.) The Civil Rights Movement intensified and the Black Panther Party for Self Defense was founded. 1966 brought a creative revolution of popular music, art, movies and tv. The Beatles released the “Revolver” album and completed their final tour. In March of 1966, John Lennon was quoted as saying The Beatles “were more popular than Jesus.” This led to a fervent crusade by some supporters of Jesus, who disagreed with John’s statement, to burn Beatles albums in huge bonfires, in the year of the Fire Horse.

The wisdom of the Chinese astrological system allows us to study history, applying knowledge of the 60 year cycle to bring awareness to what we now face. According to 5 Element Theory, Fire melts, or destroys, Metal. Metal is form, a framework that can also represent political structure. At this moment in America, the 250 year old democratic framework is threatened. Ultra-rich oligarchs consider the democratic system to be a hinderance to economic freedom. Environmental legislation has been eliminated by decree, removing limits on greenhouse gases benefitting dirty business. Masked military, with questionable legality, is cruelly seizing people. However, what we have seen in Minneapolis has the quality of a wildfire: a mass citizen movement shedding light on the illegitimate racist cruelty enacted on one’s neighbors. Whistles and cellphones! The Yang Fire of this year is bright like the sun and warm like the Heart. Fire illuminates, cellphones document so we can see injustice. Cellphones are to ICE, what televisions were to the Vietnam War. Quasi-illegal activities operate in the shadows, but the Fire Horse operates in bright light. Keep shining. The optimistic Fire Horse has a sunny disposition!

We don’t know what will happen, except that it will be unexpected. Let’s look a little further back to attempt to understand the power and potential intensity of the Fire Horse. In 1906, year of Fire Horse, San Francisco was devasted by earthquake and fire. Mt. Vesuvius erupted violently. There were race riots in Atlanta, and numerous pogroms in Russia and Poland. Certainly, there were race riots and pogroms in other years, but that extremely fanatical and violent mob upheaval has the chaotic and destructive quality of wildfire/stampede, akin to the Cultural Revolution. Can that happen here? Unlikely, despite attempts to demonize segments of our society, most recently immigrants and people with dark skin, (and certainly other segments of our population.) Such demonizing, however, lacks popular support. Okay, but what’s the good news from 1906? Women were given the right to vote in Finland- the first country in Europe to do so. The Pure Food and Drug Act was passed in the US. And the first color photograph was invented by Louis Lumiere! Positive changes!

Okay, enough history. Be here now. What can I do in the year of the Fire Horse to maintain good health?? Do what you want to! But do it. Something new, something physical, something you are enthused about that brings you joy. Build something, make art, travel, gather socially, play, laugh, dance, eat. The Horse is all about that action, practical action. The Horse, being practical, down to earth and operating in the sunshine, is not so susceptible to shady and devious manipulation and lies. If agitated, calm your Heart. Chant the Heart Sutra. Breathe pure oxygen to nourish Heart Fire. If Heart is restless and you can’t sleep, try 4/8 breathing: inhale to a count of 4, then exhale to a count of 8, and repeat. Nourish your Heart and Shen/Spirit by walking in the forest, breathing, looking at the green trees- practice Forest Bathing: Shinrin-Yoku, Japanese forest mindfulness therapy. And as always, act compassionately to nourish the Heart and bring Joy.

The Tibetan Wind Horse, Lung-Ta, flies on the wind carrying the blessings of the Wish-Fulfilling Jewel. The wish essentially being, “May it be as you Wish”, which is the easing of suffering for all. Lung, wind, also signifies the subtle winds, prana, Qi, the positive life force that circulates in our body. May we maintain the positive confidence of the Fire Horse to overcome obstacles, act impeccably, and bring beauty and Joy to all.

This is an exciting time- the best time to be alive, right?! Of course! Ask Mr. Ed. Actually, horses were historically used for warfare and conquering, a la Gengis Khan, so a mad king expanding empire is a possibility. (Qin Shi Huang, who, in 220BCE, named himself the first emperor, comes to mind. He is the one who buried about 670 realistic terracotta horses and warriors to go conquering in the afterlife. He also burned a lot of precious books and people.) Also possible this year, however, is maintenance of the democratic voting structure and a wildfire-like mandate for change in November. Maybe ICE will melt in the bright warmth.
The Fire Horse. Maintain defensible space as wildfires are certainly possible. Balance propriety with carefree independence. This is an optimistic time. Luck is conceivable, but don’t bet the farm. The pace may be hectic at times, so take care to rest and refuel. Yang Fire is very powerful, but Yin Water is the most powerful- hydrate! Receive acupuncture and balance your internal energy and winds. Throw a party. Join a peaceful protest. “Keep your lamp trimmed and burning.”

We learn about the cycles of Nature to improve our time on Earth, to ease suffering. Enjoy the Fire Horse! Thank you for reading this.
“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” Dr. King.
And it’s not year of the Rabbit, but as Bad Bunny says, "The only thing more powerful than hate is love." (I’m not sure it’s the only thing, but thank you Mr. Bunny.)

Gung Xie Fa Choy- May You be very Happy to Receive lots of Money in the NewYear! Losar Tashi Delek! May Peace and Love and Kindness prevail on our Planet Earth and beyond. Giddyup!

Jeffrey Haloff LAc. February 17, 2026
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Thanks and Respect to all my teachers.

01/31/2025

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR of the WOOD SNAKE 2025!

The Chinese New Year begins with the new moon on January 29, 2025. The intensely wild ride of the Dragon of 2024 is behind us, and we welcome the down-to-earth, wise and intuitive Snake! In this ancient and insightful astrological system, the spontaneous and fearless Dragon is followed by the cautious and patient Snake. The Wood Snake is Yin, to the Yang of the Wood Dragon, so this year we are well advised to cultivate our intuition, using that information to chart our course cautiously, yet moving quickly at the perfect moment, like the Snake. Now let us respectfully learn about the Wood Snake, the ruler of the year, so that we may live in health and harmony and thrive with joy this year and beyond.

The Dragon year of 2024 has ended. How was that for you?? Some people were deeply challenged, and some people began enthusiastic new chapters and projects. Now, we all get a fresh start. The Snake is well-known for shedding its skin for a fresh start! Projects begun in the Wood Dragon can continue in a more rooted manner this Yin Wood Snake year. New healthy activity can commence.

Chinese astrology, medicine, and Feng Shui have their roots in the ancient tradition of what we call Taoism. The Tao is the basis, unity of life. (Can “Tao” be translated as “God”? “Dharmadhatu”? These are great philosophical and intangible questions for the mystical and mysterious Snake.) The Tao, unity, gives birth to Yin and Yang, female and male, cold and heat, night and day, the 4 seasons, etc. Yin and Yang give birth to the complexity of the 10,000 things, and yet there is always the unity of the Tao. Astrologically, there are 12 animals, and 5 elements (wood, fire, earth, metal,and water), creating the 60 year cycle. Now, we have a Yin Wood Snake year. Each astrological animal is associated with an element, and Snake is associated with fire. The fire of Snake, and the element wood are in harmony, as wood fuels the growth of fire. This year has intrinsic harmony, rejoice!

What do we know about the mysterious and enigmatic Snake? In the 12 animal pantheon, many animals have a job or role to maintain order in the farmyard, as China was an agrarian culture. Snake does not have such an obvious role, Snake is a mystery. Snake is associated, in many cultures around the world, with Wisdom. Snakes live on, or in, the Earth, and they are very sensitive to vibrations. They are secretive, and cautiously keep their home safe and discreet. If you see a snake, it will generally be moving itself to a safe location. It would rather be lying on a safe warm rock in the sun. And yet we know that snakes will strike very quickly when necessary.

And what of people born in the year of the Snake? Snakes have a sublime beauty, and people born in Snake years are often very beautiful with a charismatic charm. Patient, calculating, mysterious, intuitive, the Snake person will conserve energy, then act quickly when the time is right. Secretive and brilliant, deeply thinking and creative, the hardworking Snake taps into a mysterious source of inspiration. Bob Dylan is born in the year of the Snake, (and actor Timothee Chalamet skillfully portrays his youthful snakiness in the new movie.) Other Snakes are John F. Kennedy, Pablo Picasso, Mao Tse-Tung, Dean Martin, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Muhammad Ali, Greta Garbo, Audrey Hepburn, Edgar Allen Poe, Taylor Swift.

This is a Yin Wood Snake year- what does that mean? Wood, by its nature, spreads and grows. Being a Yin Wood year, growth and movement won’t necessarily be as extraordinarily fast-moving as last year’s Dragon, but more slow and steady, if we choose. Yin Wood is more flexible, like bamboo, bending in the wind. And Yin Wood is the deep hidden roots of a tree, balancing the tall Yang branches that reach for the sun. The tree draws strength from Yin roots which absorb sustenance, nourishment and moisture from the earth. Wood is also related to wind, as trees blow in the wind. The wind will blow, but perhaps less intensely than last year’s Yang Wood Dragon. Be flexible and maintain connection to your roots, and stay hydrated! Liver is related to Wood, so use moderation in alcohol consumption and show your liver some love.

Each Chinese astrological animal has an element associated with it, and Snake is Fire. Snake month is late spring to early summer as we are warming up, and Snake hour is 9-11AM, after the bright dawn of Dragon hour, as the morning warms up. Fire, in terms of Chinese medicine, is associated with the Heart. The Heart, known as the Emperor/Empress of organs, is where our Shen or Spirit resides. When we use our intuitive sense, we “listen to our heart”, and act accordingly. The emotion associated with Fire is Joy, and when we are on the path of the Heart, we are following our path of enthusiasm.

Fire, native element of Snake, is also associated with the sun, our burning ball of fire that illuminates our beautiful planet so we can see and be seen. Snakes, with their sublime beauty, are associated with art. Use your intuition and create unique and beautiful art!

Be elegant, mingle occasionally, support the arts and music. The richness of a society is judged by its art. This is a good year to woodshed, keep a low profile (like a snake), focus energy on creative projects.

Snakes are associated with Wisdom. It is important this year to create a quiet introspective place, examine the mind, cultivate peace. Wisdom is not coming from external information. We are barraged with all manner of information, some devised to infuriate, and it is not healthy to be in a perpetual state of outrage. Be aware like a snake, eyes open, present in the moment, sensitive to vibrations. Use that information to determine your reality. If you are fed information via media, telling you that what you know you see with your own eyes, is actually something different, well, don’t buy it. Cultivate your own truth and wisdom. Snakes can be solitary, nurturing truth, wisdom and beauty, but with isolation, be wary of drifting into melancholy or depression. The Wood element this year helps move us steadily in a positive and beneficial direction, courageously flexible and resilient to adversity.

Chinese astrology has a 60 year cycle- the last Wood Snake year was 1965. People born in 1965 and turning 60 are completing one cycle, and have the wisdom that comes with experiencing every energetic combination. We honor and respect those with the wisdom of experience. And we learn about the cycles of nature and investigate previous Snake years. Snakes, as we know, can strike quickly. Pearl Harbor and the attack on the World Trade Center were both during Metal Snake years. Interestingly, Snake years have been consequential for Russia: Tsar Alexander 2 assassinated 1881, revolutions in 1905 and 1917, Stalin’s first purge 1929, N**i Germany invaded 1941, Stalin died of stroke 1953, Soviet bloc disintegrated 1989.

Astrology is not a predictive science, we are not resting our political hopes (or fears) here, or using it for sports betting. Actually, while snakes can be lucky for some people, generally this is a conservative year, one to be cautious with gambling. The cunning Snake will bring innovations in AI and further speculation in crypto. Use caution.

This is year 4722 in the Chinese calendar, and the centuries have seen many despotic emperors come and go. Use the Snake as guide, keep a low profile and trust your intuitive sense for safety. Cultivate wisdom. Quiet and silence is the antidote to the barrage of hypnotic dystopian disinformation.

Shed thy skin early and often! We move away from old habits that no longer serve us.

Maintain clear communication to avoid mistrust. Stay calm.
Don’t panic! Spend time in Nature to nourish your soul. (Personally, I find joy on the beach with my dog searching for driftwood that looks like a snake.)
Keep your lamp trimmed and burning.

Happy New Year of Wood Snake, may you have Joy, good health and prosperity!

Gung Hay Fa Choy!

Peace and Love,

Jeffrey and Chelsea
Humboldt Acupuncture

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02/13/2024

Happy New Year of the Green Wood Dragon 2024!!!

We welcome the Dragon, the only celestial mythical animal of the Chinese zodiac, magnificently magical, magnanimous and mysterious! An auspicious time, this year ruled by the lucky and powerful Dragon is generally a good time for beginning projects and creative endeavors, moving home or jobs, getting married, travel, and pursuing ambitious goals.

This is a Yang Wood Dragon, arriving with the power of the fresh growth of spring, like a seed sprouting or a baby Dragon hatching from the confines of its shell! We shall analyze the energetics of the noble and dynamic Wood Dragon, but first let us look back at the preceding year of the Yin Water Rabbit, for it is the Yin Water which gives birth to the Yang Wood. As we recall, the Black Water Rabbit finds security, happiness and purpose in establishing a safe and comfortable home, a burrow, for the survival of their family. Rabbits are alert to danger, preyed upon by many animals, and the Water Rabbit can be the most fearful of Rabbits. Into this relative safety of our homes, our burrows, enters the omnipresent internet, the news cycle and fearful commentary, providing us one of the defining terms of last year: Doomscrolling. We learn of Ukrainians surviving in underground bomb shelters, like burrows, during Russian missile attacks. We are bombarded with disagreeable fear-mongering from vindictive politicians. Certainly the defining event of last year, repercussions of which shall continue: Hamas emerging from their burrow-like tunnels to surprise attack a broad swath of Israeli civilians. And Israel’s response, and subsequent repercussions, etc., etc.

Into this apparent morass of humanity’s doing now enters, or bursts, the heavenly Dragon with its vivacious energy and lofty perspective! The Wood Dragon exemplifies the power of Spring, the fresh growth, new movement, and hopeful optimism! We have adequately protected ourselves from fears that may paralyze, and now is the time for action! And our action moves on our path of enthusiasm, the path of our Heart, activity that brings us joy! According to Chinese medicine, our spirit, Shen, resides in our heart, the Emperor/Empress of organs. The nature of our spirit is light, unencumbered and free to guide us enthusiastically, wholeheartedly on our unique path. And the ancient wisdom of the Chinese medical system provides security for the spirit, as there is an entire organ system we call the Heart Protector. We were like the Black Rabbit, deep within our dark shelter, cultivating a peaceful heart while the information and disinformation comes and goes. And now, the cycle continues, and we evolve into the Green Dragon, with inspiration like a flash of lightning in the dark, bursting like a springtime bud, unconstrained by the past, and developing new perspectives and solutions to old problems. This is a time of rebirth, refreshed, of reinvention and renewal!

Dragon is associated with nature, as it is said that the breath of Dragons are the clouds that give life producing rain, lightning, mist. The sound of thunder is the enlightened speech of Dragons.
Dragons are the only astrological animal that flies- even without wings, bringing a fresh perspective. In the ancient relationship of Heaven-Human-Earth, Heaven represents the heavenly bodies, the stars, planets, sun and moon, moving regularly to create seasons and cycles on Earth. With awareness of the cycles, Humans can live harmoniously, balancing Heaven and Earth. The celestial Dragon, now brings us its Heavenly perspective, enabling us to live in harmony with nature, and providing an expansive awareness of reality.

The Dragon is also associated with the Chinese Emperor, known as the Son of Heaven, who sat on the Dragon Throne. The emperor, or empress, the enlightened ruler embodying the wisdom of the sages, made decisions for all citizens, in harmony with the cycles of nature. The beneficial Wood Dragon provides us with a perspective that sees both sides of conflicts, all the prolonged suffering created by humans, and new ideas for fresh action to ease the misery. Dragon brings us enlightened speech, the compassionate sound of truth, which awakens.

The Yang Wood Dragon! We transition from the most Yin Water Rabbit, deep inward cultivation, to the most Yang Wood Dragon, powerful bright expression. The nature of the Yang Wood is the mighty force of Spring, the reawakening from the slumber of Winter, a rebirth! This is a refresh, restart, rejuvenation in harmony with the cycles and seasons. Activate!

The energy of Wood is spreading, rising toward heaven, and also spreading roots. The Wood element is associated with the Liver organ system, which according to Chinese medical theory, spreads and courses all Qi and substances in the body, ensuring physical flourishing. Take care of your Liver this year. The Liver is also in charge of tendons. Tendons connect muscle to bones, facilitating smooth and continuous movement. The Liver is in charge of planning strategy to implement the direction of the Heart Shen/Spirit. Our Spirit needs to spread through the world, and the Liver facilitates this free and easy wandering. If and when obstacles block our path, if we get stuck, there may be an inclination to become angry. Please be aware of this tendency as anger may create more problems. Stay hydrated, as well-hydrated Wood can be flexible to move creatively around obstacles. Another factor associated with Wood is Wind- the Wind will blow this year, forcefully at times. The Wood element needs to be adequately hydrated in order to bend in the breeze, with healthy roots with which to be grounded. Drink water.

This year is the Wood Dragon, though generally the Dragon is connected with the element Earth.
As Wood breaks up Earth with its roots, the controlling relationship weakens the Earth element.
Earth is associated with digestion, so be kind to yourself by eating foods that agree with you, and consider Chinese herbal formulas which help course the Qi and resolve damp stagnation.
Earth also is associated with the thought process, and a weakened Earth can potentially contribute to mental imbalance and anxiety. In this system, thoughts are considered as food. We cannot cease our thinking, as meditation is often the observation of thoughts, they keep coming. With food, when healthy, our digestive system is said to separate the pure from the turbid, we utilize the nutrition and transform it into useful energy to accomplish our ambitions, and we get rid of the waste product. With our mental process, we take the thoughts that serve us in a positive way, as inspiration for constructive action, and we let go of the negative thoughts, anxiety, angst. Let it go.

This Wood Dragon, however, is unconcerned about a slightly weakened Earth element- this Dragon is pure Yang energy, spontaneously acting on impulse and not overthinking.
(Perhaps your personal astrology in relation to the Wood Dragon gives you some consternation, and if so, may the above image of thoughts as food ease your mind.) This year will be wild and unpredictable, as the mighty Dragon comfortably puts instinct and inspiration into dynamic action.
The Hour of the Dragon is 7-9AM, start of the new day, bright Yang time of new beginnings.
The Month of the Dragon is April, equating with Aries, springtime of fresh starts and new growth. When calculating one’s Chinese astrology, one takes into account the Four Pillars: the hour, day, month and year of birth. It may helpful to have a little Dragon in one’s chart this year, in order to harmonize the wildly creative energy and enjoy the roller coaster. Spontaneity, music, dance, launching new ventures, travel, laughter- bring your dreams, like seeds, out of the darkness to grow in the bright clear light of Springtime.

The power of the Wood Dragon may likely get out of control this year, unrestrained Yang.
Wood has a relationship with Wind. The Wind will blow with the power of the Dragon. Maybe this is the year when hurricane Category 6 is created. Also, the given the relationship of Wood and Earth, earthquakes are somewhat expected. And volcanic activity.

We study history, and we learn from patterns. In Chinese astrology, the 12 animals and 5 elements combine to generate the 60 Year Cycle. This Wood Dragon is Chinese year 4722. The previous Wood Dragon year was 1964. There was a 9.2 earthquake on March 27, 1964 in Alaska, which caused a tsunami. Also there was the Great Flood of ’64, severely affecting towns along rivers of Northern CA and Oregon. Big, powerful and unconstrained is the Dragon- expect the unexpected.

Also during Wood Dragon 1964, the US sent 5000 more advisors to Vietnam, increasing that conflict, as the peace demonstrations increased at home. We also saw the Berkeley Free Speech movement, as the Dragon freely speaks truth. In 1964, Nelson Mandela gave his speech, “I am prepared to die”, in the South African anti-apartheid struggle. And Martin Luther King Jr. received the Nobel Peace Prize for leading non-violent resistance to racial prejudice in the US.

The Dragon offers fresh, unconventional and innovative solutions to old problems, of which we are profoundly in need. A lofty noble view is crucial to clearly see our global situation of climate change caused by unbridled greed and ignorance. A fresh perspective is necessary to consider novel approaches to resolving ancient conflicts, cousins attacking cousins in Ukraine, battling brutally in Gaza, threatening in Taiwan, vindictive in the USA. How will the celestial Dragon unite the disparate players on this beautiful and miraculous planet?? Maybe a divine invasion of beneficial extraterrestrial UFO’s??? How about a comet?? On April 8, 2024, during the Dragon month, there will be a total solar eclipse, and the path of totality cuts through the center of the United States. Will this cosmic event, what I consider to be evidence of Heavenly Harmony, bring about unity in the United States? We shall see. And this is an election year! Will the Supreme Court grant the unconstrained power of the Emperor to the next president?? Expect the unexpected.

And so, HAPPY NEW YEAR OF THE YANG WOOD DRAGON! Hang on and enjoy the wild ride! May you prosper joyfully! Follow your path of enthusiasm, directed by the Heart. It is a vibrant time that encourages new beginnings. Plant trees and gardens. Walk amongst the tall trees. Detach from social media to cultivate imagination and create your own art. Take a break from the news cycle to preserve your sanity and relax your mind. Practice Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, stretching muscles to be flexible. Be flexible in considering a viewpoint, as everyone may become a stubborn authority on everything. Look for Dragons in the clouds, mountains and mists. Exert considerable effort to create an exciting and harmonious world, and also get ample rest, rejuvenation, sleep and sustenance. Eat your greens. Experience acupuncture. Play music loudly. Dance spontaneously. Speak the truth. Cultivate generosity. What a remarkable time to be alive on this very special planet, evolving with the assistance the Wood Dragon, to perceive a dimension of Heavenly reality as through the Dragon’s eyes! May Peace and Harmony prevail, and may all beings be free of suffering!

Losar Tashi Delek!
Gong Ci Fa Cai!
Peace and Love,
Jeffrey Haloff LAc.
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