Happy Year of the Wood Horse!

Happy Chinese New Year!

Welcome to the year of the Yang Wood Horse!  

The chinese zodiac is based on the medicine wheel of twelve animals and the five elements of water, earth, fire, metal, wood. If you’re interested, I recommend this reading on the new year.  I found it to be extremely informative with helpful clues for what to expect in the year ahead.

Enjoy! 

Best wishes,

Malibu Acupuncture & Herbs

What’s my Chinese Zodiac?

Here are general descriptions for each of the 12 signs of the chinese zodiac.  Is yours accurate?



Rat- 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008

If you want to get something done, ask a Rat!  Rats are ambitious, intelligent, and make great organizers.  They are quick to spot potential, and find creative ways to solve problems.

Ox- 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009

The Ox is known to be sturdy and dependable, yet gentle. Ox people are grounded with an ability to create a plan and take according action.  They need patience, peace and quiet to work through their ideas and are often best left alone to do their work.



Tiger- 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010

Tigers are determined, loyal, and calculated in their actions.  They are known to take risks, but also feel most comfortable when their life is settled and secure. The tiger rarely abandons a project or commitment, and can become very disturbed if she fails to achieve as planned.



Rabbit- 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011

Rabbits are known to evoke calm and peacefulness, avoiding aggressive behavior or unnecessary confrontation. By paying close attention to their surroundings, rabbits seem to effortlessly sidestep developing situations that might cause upset or disruption.  The rabbit person is articulate, ambitious, virtuous and is often financially prosperous.   



Dragon- 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012

Dragons are self-confident, enthusiastic, and generally have a whole hearted approach to life. Dragon people are highly effective in difficult situations, as they have the ability to judge well and step into situations in just the right way, at just the right moment.    They are decisive, lucky and capable, yet quite serious and dignified.


Snake- 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013

Snakes are charming and captivating.  They like be in control as much as possible, and can be calculating in order to do so.  They are extremely alert and perceptive in situations and of people around them.



Horse – 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014
Horse people are honest, loyal, independent, full of strength and ambition.  They are determined to receive recognition for their skills, and seek accomplishment.   The Horse is willing to do his very best, and is able to be totally devoted to whatever his focus may be. 



Sheep- 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003

Sheep are patient and skilled at exercising moderation in all aspects of life. They can be hard workers, with the ability to endure pressure, while maintaining integral strength and stability.  They can easily handle more than their load, and prefer to be backstage rather than taking the limelight.



Monkey- 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004

The monkey is the most active sign of the Chinese zodiac.  Monkey people have an inner spirit of lightening energy.  They are intelligent, have the ability to learn quickly, and thus like to create new ideas and learn new things. 



Rooster- 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005

Roosters are courageous, wise and persistent.  They most often exhibit strong personal power and are good at knowing what they want. Rooster people have powerful imaginations.  They are creative, and enjoy music and singing.



Dog- 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006

Dog people are friendly, honest and sincere.  They can be brave and rarely withdraw from a commitment or betray a confidence.  Those born under the dog sign have an inner power and physical vigour that makes them a crucial part of any team.



Pig- 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007

Pigs are well liked for their honest, and warm, generous nature.  The pig experiences the existing richness in life, and is usually content with his lot.  Due to their inner contentment, pigs naturally seek to find the good in the people and allow others room to express or “be” themselves.