2018 The Year of The Yang Earth Dog - What Can The Dog Teach You?
Happy 2018 Year of the Earth Dog! February 4th starts the beginning of the solar Chinese New Year as it marks the midway point between the winter solstice and the summer solstice. This year we welcome in the energy of the Yang Earth Dog. We can observe the characteristics of this zodiac animal and evaluate how it influences trends for the general population in all areas of life including politics, business, the arts, leisure activities and the like.
The earth dog represents stability, and a slower moving energy of the earth in opposition to the fast-moving fire energy of last year. The fire element of the rooster of 2017 was protective, noisy and created drama making it a more challenging year of extremism. In contrast, the dog represents solidarity and responsibility and will help bring us out of selfishness, greed and ignorance. It can however, be fierce if it moves into fear. The earth element can also bring about a slower moving energy and perhaps feelings of being stuck. There are always two sides to a coin. It’s a matter of which way you perceive and react to it.
Here’s a fun way of looking at the energy of the Earth Dog by analyzing the qualities of the canine. Pay attention to ways you can seek these qualities in your life. Be patient because some of these trends can take up to 9 months for the general population to take effect, so you may observe patterns shifting towards late summer, early fall.
The element of the earth dog brings about social change and emphasizes health consciousness and conservation of nature. Therefore, we can expect to see more revelations and regulations about the earth, our health, and nutrition as well as responsibility towards the climate and change that will benefit the population.
Dogs are pack animals and love to play and live in community. This year people will thrive in community and group play. It is a good year to share your gifts with a group. People will feel compelled to join memberships, tribes, workshops, clubs, and groups. This isn’t a year to stay home alone and be isolated. Dogs are committed to family and remind us to take time to play and vacation with our loved ones.
The Fire Rooster rises early in the morning and stays on watch until bedtime. Unlike the rooster, dogs love their resting time. This is the year to remind yourself to take time to rest and nap. Make this a year to add more balance in your life.
Dogs love treats and praise. We lovingly give treats to our dogs and this year is a great year to share praise and give gifts to others. In business, be extra generous with your clients, employees and service people. Let people know they are valued and be extra generous with them.
Dogs are very protective especially if they feel threatened. People may feel more protective themselves. This is a good year for companies that target protection such as insurance and alarm systems.
Dogs are responsible and always have a pack leader, therefore expect to see more responsible leadership towards climate and humanity.
Dogs are open to new opportunities. The dog year is a good time to share new information with others. Consciousness will be more open than last year. The rooster of 2017 kept boundaries closed but the Earth Dog is much more open and adaptable to new opportunities.
Sense of smell, discernment and intuition are an integral part of a dog’s make-up. They get a sniff of something good or bad and know how to act accordingly. This is a great year to trust your intuition and practice discernment. Roosters tend to create drama and pull the other animals into the commotion. In the earth dog year, people will be more discerning before they react instead of following the people that make the most noise. Because discernment and intuition are on the rise this year, education is emphasized as more important, and knowledge is used as a tool of empowerment.
Dogs rescue people in need and are willing to get wet and swim, unlike the rooster whose purpose is to singularly watch over its own territory. Look for a helpful energy coming from government in relation to supporting people across borders.
Dogs are loyal, hardworking and are committed to long-term relationships. Employers will be looking for hardworking, committed employees and reward them for it. This is a good year to start a new business and emphasis loyalty towards hard working employees.
Dogs are extremely creative. If they make their minds up, they will find a way to get what they want. This is a great year for you to express your creativity. Businesses in the, music, arts and communication industries such as radio, film, internet, will prosper.
Read this article to learn how the activate abundance, wealth and relationships and neutralize the dense energies in your home and office so you can start off this year with a bang!