By Patrick Lim Fernandez

DOG

1934 Wood Dog (born 2/4/34 to 2/5/35), 1946 Fire Dog (born 2/4/46 to 2/4/47), 1958Earth Dog (born 2/4/58 to 2/4/59), 1970 Golden Dog (born 2/4/70 to 2/4/71), 1982Water Dog (born 2/4/82 to 2/4/83), 1994 Wood Dog (born 2/4/94 to 2/4/95), 2006 Fire Dog (born between 2/4/06 to 2/4/07), 2018 Earth Dog (born between 2/4/18 to 2/4/19)

In the upcoming year, you are fortunate to be guided by the National Treasure Star, signifying an auspicious opportunity to harness your authority. This star's influence offers you a platform to exhibit your leadership acumen and, equally crucial, your capacity to collaborate seamlessly within a team. The culmination of these traits can be a driving force behind your career advancement, promotion, strides in business development, and a notable enhancement of your social standing.

To further fortify this aspect of your journey, you might consider incorporating a thoughtful practice into your daily work environment. Placing the Power & Authority Seals strategically in your office, ideally adorning the surface of your work desk, can serve as a potent visual cue. This serves as a tangible reminder not only of your potential to lead but, equally important, your invaluable skill of harmoniously working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. This ability to connect and cooperate with various personalities is an indispensable asset as you navigate the path to success, ensuring that you stand out in your professional endeavors.

You should recognize that life operates in cycles, where even during challenging times, there's an inherent potential for improvement. This year, you find yourselves in a unique alignment known as Clashing with the Tai Suey, signifying a period of potential conflicts and discord in various aspects of life. Instead of approaching this clash with apprehension, you should regard it as an opportunity for transformation.

Human beings tend to be creatures of habit and may naturally perceive change as something negative. However, change isn't inherently adverse; it can bring about positive outcomes. While navigating these changes, you might feel inconvenienced, but once the dust settles and you assess your new circumstances, you might discover yourselves in a more favorable position than before. Therefore, you should avoid being disconcerted by the forthcoming changes and not let yourself become overwhelmed. Instead, you should remain resilient, adapt to the shifting tides, strive to be well-prepared, and regard these changes as chances for personal growth and self-improvement.

For added support during this transformative period, having a Harmony Medallion beneath your pillow can assist in harmonizing the clash's energies, helping you adapt more smoothly and embrace the opportunities that change can offer.

The presence of a Big Drain Star hints at potential financial challenges for you, suggesting a heightened risk of significant financial losses, overspending, or falling victim to financial schemes. To navigate these financial uncertainties, you should exercise self-discipline and adopt a prudent approach to managing your money. This entails diligently tracking your expenses, reducing reliance on credit cards, and prioritizing debt repayment. Embracing a practical financial mindset is essential this year.

This presents an ideal opportunity for you to establish an emergency fund if you haven't already. you should approach your financial assessments with realism and exercise caution when considering investment proposals and business ventures. The influence of the Big Drain star may tempt you to spend more than usual, making it crucial to make wise spending decisions.

To proactively mitigate the financial drain, you can consider investing in assets that appreciate over time or explore further education to enhance your skills and prospects. Additionally, installing a Hippo Guard in your homes can help reduce the impact of this drain, offering you financial protection and stability.

For a more comprehensive approach, you may want to acquire a Double Double Money Catcher, which can open doors to diverse income opportunities, allowing you to tap into various sources of wealth and secure your financial well-being. This will provide you with a safety net to counteract the effects of the Big Drain Star and create a more secure financial future.

Given the potential for chaos and unexpected changes in your life this year, it's essential to maintain a flexible approach and always have a Plan B ready. It's wise to anticipate that not everything will go as initially planned, particularly with the presence of the Trouble Star in your chart, which may introduce obstacles and detours. When faced with these challenges, you should refrain from resorting to illegal or unethical shortcuts and, instead, treat these setbacks as temporary hurdles not worth risking your integrity for.

While this journey may become frustrating and wearisome, with a feeling of taking two steps back for every step forward, it's crucial not to let this affect your motivation. Embracing a mindset that acknowledges the need for extra effort and the likelihood of unforeseen circumstances is vital. You should be honest with yourselves, recognize your strengths and limitations, and prepare ample resources and backup plans, especially when dealing with business expansions or large projects. 

Seeking guidance from a mentor or a trusted friend can also provide valuable support during these times. Remember that this challenging phase is temporary, an opportunity for growth and learning to help you emerge stronger.

The presence of the Leopard Tail Star signifies a potential for you to encounter financial or property losses stemming from misunderstandings. To navigate this phase successfully, it is paramount to pay meticulous attention to details and maintain a vigilant stance to prevent inadvertent carelessness. Admittedly, this may pose a challenge, as maintaining unwavering focus might be tricky, and distractions could readily sidetrack your efforts.

In light of these potential hurdles, adopting a deliberate and unhurried approach becomes imperative. The adage slow and steady wins the race is particularly relevant here. Trusting one's instincts and being guided by them can help in making well-informed decisions. Moreover, staying consistently prepared and remaining vigilant are essential strategies to mitigate the impact of the Leopard Tail Star.

One crucial aspect that deserves special emphasis is the need for meticulousness in both speech and writing. In a time when misunderstandings can lead to financial or property losses, exercising prudence in verbal communication and ensuring the utmost clarity in written correspondence are paramount. Avoiding rash or thoughtless statements can go a long way in averting potential conflicts and financial setbacks. Taking extra time to craft well-thought-out messages and considering the potential interpretations of one's words can make a significant difference in avoiding misunderstandings and their associated consequences.

WOOD DOG

As you navigate your early 30s, the Tai Suey Star's challenges may come your way. Embrace these challenges as opportunities for personal growth and learning. Don't shy away from change; instead, take an active role in shaping it in your favor. By adopting a proactive mindset, you can turn challenges into stepping stones towards achieving your goals and creating a brighter future. Simultaneously, the Commander Star shines a light on your leadership skills and your ability to collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds. Seek out leadership opportunities that allow you to work effectively with individuals from various walks of life. Showcasing your capacity to connect and collaborate can open new doors for career advancement and personal growth. This is the time to harness your leadership potential and drive your career and social standing forward.

FIRE DOG

As you enter your late teens, the Big Drain Star highlights the potential for financial challenges, including reckless spending and financial fraud. To protect your finances, it's essential to adopt a sensible and cautious approach. Consider building an emergency fund to provide a financial safety net, and be prudent when assessing investment opportunities and business proposals. By maintaining a practical financial mindset and making careful financial decisions, you can reduce the risk of significant financial losses and work towards a more secure financial future. Additionally, when facing the challenges associated with the Tai Suey Star, view them as opportunities for personal growth and learning. Instead of avoiding change, embrace it and actively shape it in your favor. This mindset will help you take an active role in defining your path and destiny, turning challenges into stepping stones towards a brighter future.

EARTH DOG

As you enter your mid-60s, the Iron Bar Star signifies a phase with potential obstacles and challenges, including issues like betrayal, legal conflicts, or feeling trapped. To overcome these difficulties, maintain a positive outlook and focus on finding constructive solutions rather than engaging in confrontations. For example, if you face a legal conflict, consider alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation or negotiation to avoid lengthy court battles. Additionally, the Leopard Tail Star warns of communication breakdowns that can lead to conflicts. To avoid misunderstandings, prioritize clarity in your verbal and written expressions. When handling important matters, engage in open dialogues to ensure that nothing gets lost in translation. This approach can help you navigate challenges and disputes more effectively and maintain smoother relationships in both your personal and professional life.

GOLDEN DOG

As you navigate your mid-50s, the Tai Suey Star brings challenges that signify change. Embrace these challenges as opportunities for personal growth and learning. For instance, if you're facing a career shift, view it as a chance to acquire new skills or explore a different industry. Don't avoid change; actively shape it in your favor, taking charge of defining your path and destiny. The Commander Star highlights your leadership and collaboration skills, which can significantly boost your career and social standing. Actively seek leadership roles that allow you to collaborate with diverse individuals. If you're involved in a community project, use your leadership skills to bring people from different backgrounds together. By doing so, you can unlock new paths for career progression and personal development, all while embracing the changes that come your way.

WATER DOG

In your early 40s, you might encounter obstacles and challenges, which can feel like an iron bar in your path, possibly linked to issues like betrayal, legal conflicts, or feeling trapped. To overcome these difficulties, shift away from a pessimistic mindset and maintain a positive outlook. For instance, if you face legal conflicts, focus on finding constructive solutions rather than engaging in confrontations. This approach can help you navigate these challenges with greater ease and turn them into opportunities for personal growth. Additionally, the Big Drain Star suggests potential financial setbacks. To safeguard your finances, adopt a sensible and cautious approach. Consider building an emergency fund to provide a financial safety net and be prudent when evaluating investment opportunities or business proposals. By being financially responsible and selective, you can minimize the risk of significant financial losses and work toward a more secure financial future.

MONTHLY: 

This table below gives an overview of the monthly trend and how the Dogs will fare. The months with a âœ“ means that it will be a pretty good and smooth month. The months with an ~ signifies an average luck month where some aspects will be okay but other aspects may encounter some obstacles. The months with a X signify that the luck is weak so it will be good to prepare and exercise extra caution. The start date of the months is also indicated.