You into feng shui? Then feng shui master Joseph Chau Kam Shing’s predictions for the upcoming Chinese New Year (which starts next month) should interest you.
Here are some of his forecast highlights for 2013 (according to ABS-CBN News):
Snake (1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013)
People born in the year of the Snake will suffer inauspicious and difficult periods from time to time throughout the year. However, financially, it is a fortunate year for Snakes; they will have satisfactory stable incomes but never from gambling. Money comes from all sources, but it is easy come and easy go. It is not a good time to develop another new investment or business expansion. They have to watch their expenses to avoid being over budget.
Horse (1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002)
This is a challenging year for Horses. They will face many problems and obstacles within the year. It is important that they do not act rashly and blindly when handling their work or business.
Financially, it is in the flat line and money is easy come and easy go. They should be extremely careful in handling their expenses.
Goat (1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991)
This is a good year for Goats and their fortune will see some improvement. That means Goats will have more opportunities in career or business development. It is important that they work hard if they wish to make important breakthroughs in their career since the presence of the two lucky stars shines brightly upon the Goats. Financially, it is lucky for Goats to start a new business and expand or explore their business.
Monkey (1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004)
This is a compatible and conflicted year for Monkeys. They have to be careful in handling their business and work cautiously to avoid acting rashly. They must check and read carefully especially when they sign contracts—it is the only way to avoid being cheated by others or falling into a money trap. It is important that they keep in mind that “to be a winner, they have to work patiently and in a persistent way so that they will enjoy the fruitful results at the end.”
Rooster (1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005)
The Rooster is compatible with the Snake this year. Their fortune will be better than last year and many opportunities are open for them. But they should not look for fast success or take any shortcuts at work. Businessmen should handle their work cautiously and consider their actual economic situation before they act; otherwise they will burden their debts if they make the wrong decisions.
Dog (1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006)
Luck of the Dog is much improved and smoother this year. It is a good year for them to exhibit their talents both at work and business. They should consider exploring their business in overseas markets. It is certain that they will have abundant profits in return, especially if they were born in either the autumn or winter season. Working employees will have the chance to get a promotion or migrate abroad.
Pig (1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007)
Pigs are directly clashing with the Snake this year. It is not the right time for Pigs to start their own business or have a business expansion. If they do so, they must consider it cautiously.
Financially, it is a fluctuating year for Pigs. Things will not be so smooth. Money luck is easy come and easy go. They have to be careful in handling their money matters to avoid financial problems.
Rat (1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996)
This is a flat year for Rats. However, the characteristics of Rats are very strong. They can survive in the worst situations and they are flexible to cope with sudden change in any circumstance. People like them very much because they are positive and enthusiastic.
Ox (1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009)
This is a fluctuating year for Oxen. They will experience many problems and obstacles in their work progress which brings them a lot of pressure and stress at work. Therefore to be a winner, Oxen must be patient and be humble to face their challenges. They have to observe the whole situation of the market trend before they act.
Tiger (1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010)
Tigers are in conflict with the Snake this year, so the luck of the Tigers is affected. It is rough and tough. It is not a good year for starting a new business or for a business expansion. They have to be cautious when handling their work and business. But luck of the Tigers will be able to change from bad luck into good fortune. With their strength and hard work, they can be successful and avoid a sudden fall.
Rabbit (1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011)
This is a busy year for Rabbits. Working employees will have the opportunity to change jobs or receive a promotion. Businessmen should go out for a business trip. Students will be able to get excellent results in their academic studies. However, they have to be careful when handling their relationships with people. It is important to know that victory or defeat will lie in the relations with others.
Dragon (1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012)
Dragons are slightly conflicted with the Snake this year. It is most important that they keep calm and be patient to avoid being over-emotional or they will easily get into trouble. They have to keep a low profile and try to build up good interpersonal relationships with others to avoid isolation.
