The Chinese Zodiac ~
The collective unconscious has always looked for intuitive guidance from the stars and different constellations or astrological signs are often named after animals. In the Chinese Zodiac, we have just recently left the Year of the Yin Wood Snake and the Yang, Fire Horse is now into a full gallup.
The Year of the Yang Fire Horse began on February 17th, 2026.
Year of the Horse: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026…
Complimentary Signs: Tiger and Dog. Secret Friend: Sheep/Ram.
Against Rat.
Positive Qualities: Warm-hearted. Upright. Positive. Patient. Steady.
Challenging Qualities: Emotional. Extravagant. Opinionated. Inflexible.
The Horse’s Feng Shui Mandala below can give you a sense of what the archetype of the Horse is about and how it may influence you. If you’re interested, gently contemplate it and relax. Let yourself move with the energy of it. When you’re ready, ask yourself these questions and journal the answers that come:
“What is the most important goal I can focus my energy and effort at this time during the Year of the Horse?”
“What is the general movement and direction of the energy?
How will moving with that energy help or hinder me?
What kind of energy is needed to meet my current challenges?
How can I cooperate with the Horse archetype to my best advantage?
Is there something I need to get back up on the Horse about?
If so, can I tell what they are and how can I work with the Horse better?”
Allow your intuition to come forward and bring guidance from your innermost Self.
Other questions you might ask would be:
“Are there any immediate warnings? What about the next month or so?
What’s the best way to handle myself emotionally?
Is it time to slow down or speed up?
Are there any holes or hurdles that need to be jumped over?
If so, are they emotional, physical, mental or spiritual?”
I have found this year’s Horse to be very helpful, which has been a pleasant surprise over the energy of last year’s Snake. The fire this Horse carries is creative, rather than destructive and he has a very compassionate temperament which is good for emotional healing. He seems motivated to help us keep ourselves in balance even when the trail is treacherous and circumstances are moving fast.
Here are some of our games, formulas or exercises that he likes:
Slow down and be sure you’re not getting caught up in a “no-win” situation caused by shame, blame or other intimidating projections. Listen to your intuitive hits and Develop Precognition to help you avoid trouble.
Make sure that you’re seeing the path ahead by Clearing Up Your Blind Spots.
If you’ve had a recent fall or setback, he recommends this Self-care Formula, Recovering from Trauma.
By navigating change with Horse and the Chinese Zodiac, your awareness will be enhanced – helping you to find your way through the challenging times ahead.
