Happy New Year, and an early Happy Chinese New Year! On January 23, we leave behind the Year of the Rabbit–a calm, quiet year laced with cautious optimism–and soar together into the Year of the Dragon. In the West, the mythical figure of the dragon is sometimes portrayed as evil and terrifying. But in Chinese lore, the dragon is highly revered as an intense yet benevolent creature, embodying the ultimate in fortune, abundance, power, and radiant vitality. The Chinese Dragon can easily fly through the air, swim in water, and walk on land. He is often depicted chasing or guarding a ball known by Daoists as the “pearl of immortality”–a reminder that we each carry the power to cultivate the eternal within ourselves.
The coming year promises excitement, enthusiasm, and unpredictability. As you fly with Dragon’s passion toward new horizons, be sure not to throw all of Rabbit’s caution to the wind, or you may invite drama and chaos into your life. The good news is that this is a Water Dragon year, and the water element will calm Dragon’s fiery nature. Water produces Wood, signifying great potential for growth and inspiration, particularly in the Wood season of spring when Dragon truly comes alive.
If you were born in 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, or 2000, you were born in a year of the Dragon and will enjoy strutting your stuff in colorful ways this year. You are likely to be innovative, enterprising, flexible, self-assured, brave, and passionate (and perhaps a bit conceited and quick-tempered!). If you were born in 1952, the last year of the Water Dragon, this is your year to rule!
As 2011 comes to a close and you contemplate your New Year’s resolutions, know that Dragon energy is working with you, empowering you to fly at great heights and swim effortlessly toward your goals. And don’t forget to cultivate your pearl. Look within and know that eternal bliss can only be found there. You are powerful beyond words.
Let’s revel together and dance into this auspicious Dragon year!
