In the wise words of Rebekah Shaman, here's what she has to say about this Chinese New Year. We find ourselves at the cusp of a great turning point. This year is only the beginning...
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Despite all the apocalyptic Mayan
prophecies surrounding 2012 and the apparent end of the World, in
Chinese astrology the Yang Water Dragon brings potential good luck and
fortune. Dragons are considered the most powerful of all the animals
in Chinese astrology. They are the symbol of the Emperor and revered
in China.
Water is the natural element of Dragon and because we and the Earth are made up of mostly water, this element is very powerful. Not only is water essential for our survival, it’s also fluid so it can go with the flow more effortlessly, and shift direction when needed. This Dragon year urges us that in order to be successful we must try and see all points of view and take the right advice before proceeding.
The Dragon breaks down resistances and old modes of thinking and behaving so we can think outside the box. They are unafraid to stand up for what they believe in and don’t mind taking risks to manifest what they want. They are dominant, opinionated and left to their own devices are often successful.
However, be careful not to burn out this year. Dragon energy not only pushes the boundaries but can also push us to exhaustion. To counter this, remember to ask for help from others, and be discerning with where you put your time and effort, otherwise you could be left feeling manipulated and unfulfilled.
Things can happen unexpectedly during this year, both positive and negative, so make sure your intentions and destination is clear. There is no such thing as luck. The outcome of this year will depend on where you decide to focus your energies.
Focus them on serving humanity, planet Earth and all living things and this year has the potential to be an exciting, fulfilling and magical year, with mindblowing synchronisities and connections.
Choose to act selfishly, with no regard to how your actions are affecting others or Mother Earth and you will find this year becoming a struggle, in all areas. You are creating your own luck and this year we will see the dichotomies more clearly defined.
Over the last year the Moon has been urging us to let go of anything and anyone that is holding us back so that we can fully embrace who we are and our purpose. The more we are ourselves this year the more we can utilise the Dragon Energy to its full potential.
Water is the natural element of Dragon and because we and the Earth are made up of mostly water, this element is very powerful. Not only is water essential for our survival, it’s also fluid so it can go with the flow more effortlessly, and shift direction when needed. This Dragon year urges us that in order to be successful we must try and see all points of view and take the right advice before proceeding.
The Dragon breaks down resistances and old modes of thinking and behaving so we can think outside the box. They are unafraid to stand up for what they believe in and don’t mind taking risks to manifest what they want. They are dominant, opinionated and left to their own devices are often successful.
However, be careful not to burn out this year. Dragon energy not only pushes the boundaries but can also push us to exhaustion. To counter this, remember to ask for help from others, and be discerning with where you put your time and effort, otherwise you could be left feeling manipulated and unfulfilled.
Things can happen unexpectedly during this year, both positive and negative, so make sure your intentions and destination is clear. There is no such thing as luck. The outcome of this year will depend on where you decide to focus your energies.
Focus them on serving humanity, planet Earth and all living things and this year has the potential to be an exciting, fulfilling and magical year, with mindblowing synchronisities and connections.
Choose to act selfishly, with no regard to how your actions are affecting others or Mother Earth and you will find this year becoming a struggle, in all areas. You are creating your own luck and this year we will see the dichotomies more clearly defined.
Over the last year the Moon has been urging us to let go of anything and anyone that is holding us back so that we can fully embrace who we are and our purpose. The more we are ourselves this year the more we can utilise the Dragon Energy to its full potential.
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In the words of Susan Levitt (writer for Mother Tongue Ink):
Magical magnificent Dragon grandly enters on the New Moon of January 22nd. Dragon is the most powerful sign of the Chinese zodiac, so anticipate a year that is exciting, creative and over the top.
Dragon's influence inspires passion, drive and daring. Dragon year is an excellent time to start a business, get married, have a child or take incredible risks. But results can be drastic: undreamed of success, or unrealistic fantasies that crash. Either way, life's pace is speedy, dynamic, and anything can happen. Should Dragon year's maximum volume leave you overwhelmed, take time off to retreat and rest.
The Chinese Dragon is wildly generous, overly benevolent and extremely lucky, unlike the Western interpretation that Dragon is evil. Protective and powerful Dragon is the most sacred symbol in China, culled from the time of the dinosaurs. Proud and strong Dragon symbolizes royalty, wisdom and prosperity. Magical Dragon can transform into any type of creature, and can overcome all challenges.
People born in Dragon years (1904, 1916, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012) have strong karma to lead and succeed. Dragons can be dreamers. If Dragon's idealism and optimism are not combined with concrete action, they can turn into a discontented daydreamer who pays little attention to practical reality. If Dragon takes action to realize these dreams, there is no limit to the heights they can achieve.
Dragon correlates to the Western sign: Aries.
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Magical magnificent Dragon grandly enters on the New Moon of January 22nd. Dragon is the most powerful sign of the Chinese zodiac, so anticipate a year that is exciting, creative and over the top.
Dragon's influence inspires passion, drive and daring. Dragon year is an excellent time to start a business, get married, have a child or take incredible risks. But results can be drastic: undreamed of success, or unrealistic fantasies that crash. Either way, life's pace is speedy, dynamic, and anything can happen. Should Dragon year's maximum volume leave you overwhelmed, take time off to retreat and rest.
The Chinese Dragon is wildly generous, overly benevolent and extremely lucky, unlike the Western interpretation that Dragon is evil. Protective and powerful Dragon is the most sacred symbol in China, culled from the time of the dinosaurs. Proud and strong Dragon symbolizes royalty, wisdom and prosperity. Magical Dragon can transform into any type of creature, and can overcome all challenges.
People born in Dragon years (1904, 1916, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012) have strong karma to lead and succeed. Dragons can be dreamers. If Dragon's idealism and optimism are not combined with concrete action, they can turn into a discontented daydreamer who pays little attention to practical reality. If Dragon takes action to realize these dreams, there is no limit to the heights they can achieve.
Dragon correlates to the Western sign: Aries.
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This tapestry hangs on the north wall of my room,
just next to my bed (colors modified a bit here to represent...well, water). Yet, a daily reminder of what this year will be bringing and all that it
has to offer.
Best wishes to you as we all move through this powerful and insightful new year together.
Best wishes to you as we all move through this powerful and insightful new year together.
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