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#68 Chinese New Year (CNY) 2016
Last year was the Year of the Sheep. It was the Chinese year 4713 and began on February 19, 2015. The Sheep year looked for harmony and compromise to guide us through the tough times. Attempts at partnership and co-operation were the top priority for last year’s agenda as was trying to understand and deal with conflict. These were the key elements for working with the Sheep energy last year. So how did you do?
This year is the Year of the Monkey. It is the Chinese year 4714 and begins on Monday, February 8, 2016. Quick witted and lively, Monkeys are resourceful, honest, sociable and gentle. When tired, overly stressed or focused on the negative, they become jealous, suspicious, arrogant and cunning. Thus are the general characteristics of the Monkey year to come.
With Monkey’s unpredictability, anything can happen. Plans can succeed and risks can be rewarded. The important thing to keep in mind this year is to avoid wasting time on useless endeavors. If something is going in the wrong direction, make new plans. The Monkey mind is known to go on a wild goose chase without any hesitation. So keep your focus or you may find yourself on an unexpected and disappointing journey. Like the Monkey, there are those that may resort to trickery to get what they want. Listen to the advice of people you trust. Personal goals deserve some of your attention this year. Unlike the past few years where accomplishments were garnered by the efforts of many, this year’s strength lies with the individual. Write your list of goals and stay on track.
Lastly, Monkeys like to move and now is the year to get in better physical shape. Time to start!
Here’s to the Health of your Life.