The Year of the Water Snake 2013

Spiritually this Astrological period marks a mystic initiation into the balancing of opposing forces between fire and water, yin and yang, external and internal. This year brings us to face the crucial need to honour the inner life by voicing our deepest truth, our soul seated yearnings and hidden treasures of the spirit. It’s time to speak and share our wisdom so as to lead the way in the discovery of our own unique insights and offerings in contribution to the unspoken needs of humanity.

The fire of the Snake animal heats up the water, giving it visibility, awakening us to it’s power to transform, dissipate, reach out and expand it’s influence. The water element is needed now more most as we face the two year transit through “fire” animals, from the Snake to the Horse, where energy is set alight through the unfolding of the spiritual heart flower, the expression and giving of who we are. The Astrological fire season brings a rebirthing through the burning off of rigid branches, dried up directions and misguided assumptions. This is a time to choose again, from the wisdom of our highest discoveries, from a presence free of past shaping towards a space of sharing and experiential exploration of perfection, gratitude and clarity of soul purpose. 2013 is the year of discovery, awakening and alignment with the forces of destiny, With relationships and health as our undeniable foundations for life, this year brings lessons in the value of connection, harmony and compassion, as we learn the art of living through the heart so as to bypass everything that blocks or limits our fulfilment of being our honest selves.

Water people (born on a water day – in the Chinese Astrological calendar) will be called upon this year to step forward, take control and gain recognition for the fruits of their labours. Water souls have a busy year in 2013 while spreading their wings and expanding to greater heights…which brings them to need caution where their vital energy may steam and dissipate in spreading themselves too thinly. An interesting time indeed.

Metal people will make significant changes this year in surrendering to the powers that be and letting go of rigidly set ways. 2013 brings transformation to Metal people more than most, in breaking them down to become more malleable, flexible and willing to explore the unknown so as to be of service in ways that require the ultimate level of selflessness that lead to greater wisdom, recognition and humbling.

Earth spirits shall finally obtain their well earned support and recognition for their valuable contribution to sustainable living, through a commitment to nurturing the solidarity of existence. Overall Earth people will be strengthened by the energy of the Water Snake.. in particular, Yin earth people will have an incredibly harmonious year with relationships.

Fire element (day / self sign)

Fire element people have a year of challenge in learning how to balance their energy and remain creative while under the pressure of the Water’s presence. Fire people will have a very busy year of self refinement, discipline and application. On the other hand, you may at times feel a little under the water’s weather. The key will be to keep moving to maintain momentum and spark.

Wood people have a brilliant potential to shine this year as elemental influences are just ripe for the picking. Wood need both Fire (brought through the Snake) and Water elements to grow in sunshine, heat and water. 2013 brings perfect conditions for wood to grow and expand rapidly. The water Snake brings balance and blessings to wood people, with the stars aligned perfectly to enhance their strengths and allow them to soak up all that deep water wisdom.

Looking back…forecast by element for the previous year

This years annual central star is 5. This diagram is called a Lo Shu diagram…showing us where each of the 9 stars a located through each year. These numbers represent energetic influences in each of the compass directions through this year, which aligns with their natural position (direction).

In Flying Star Feng Shui, we are now in “The Age of 8”, making it the most auspicious and influence in this current cycle 2004 – 2024. In each “age” there are 3 stars that bring “good luck”, fortune and abundance. They are the current age and it’s 2 following stars, now 9 & 1.

Each of the 9 stars represent a certain archetype / vibrational force. 8 is the star of fertility, youth, spirituality, health and human relationships and wealth (very akin to Feng Shui itself). This means that there is great potential for those who have an entry in the North East aspect (direction) of their home / business this year.

For those with an entry in the North (1) or South (9) – this year also holds great promise of opportunity.

With 1 signifying the Water element & Academic advancement, promotion, and flow (money)…North facing buildings have great potential this year to attract success.

With 9 representing the fire element, spirituality, recognition, creativity and expansion, this year bring South facing buildings have the enhanced ability to grow through transformation, purification and rebirth, as well as self expression, creative pursuits and outlets, that promise greater rewards and fulfilment that blossoms.