Chinese Astrology for 2011

2011 - Year of The Golden Rabbit February 3, 2011 - January 22, 2012 The "Yin Metal Rabbit"!

The Year of the Metal Rabbit 2011

The Year of the Metal Rabbit begins on February 4th, 2011. It should be clarified that the Solar New Year is based on the Hsia calendar or Solar Calendar beginning February 4, and the Chinese New Year celebrations are based on the Lunar Calendar which falls on the 14th February 2011. The Chinese acknowledge the yin and yang energies of each year; the yang (solar, masculine) new year, and celebrate the yin (lunar, feminine) new year

The year of the Metal Rabbit will be have many similar qualities as 2010.  It will be a very productive year, lots of new ideas, inventions, and discoveries. However, now we have Yin qualities - passive, internal, and receptive instead of the Yang energies of last year - active, expansive, energetic. The year of the Metal Tiger also triggered a Fire penalty for many people, bringing previously unknown illness to the surface and revealing enemies and problems.  Fortunately, the year of The Rabbit lacks the harsh and surprising qualities of 2010, but again we have a clash between two opposing elements. There will still be many conflicts, but they will be less obvious, less public.

The Rabbit is Yin Wood - flexible, compromising, and gentle.  The Rabbit is also a Romance Star, so we can expect to see alot of media attention (good and bad) focusing on love.  It certainly is perfect timing for Prince William to announce his engagement to Kate Middleton, the energetic beginning of the Rabbit year began in October 2010. Kate Middleton has a Rooster in her Four Pillars of Destiny which clashes with the Rabbit next year, stimulating her relationship to move to the next level. Read more about Kate Middleton in Your Four Pillars of Destiny below.

Yin Metal over Yin Wood in 2011 will be a boost for the movie, makeup, glamour, jewellery and fashion industries.  Any industries which involve celebrations such as wedding planners, events and party organisers will flourish in the Year of the Rabbit.  As the Annual Flying Star for 2011 is 7, communication industries such as IT will do well as 7 relates to the mouth/communication. Young women (20s-40s) will feature in the news and will rise or be promoted to top jobs this year. Teaching, singing, and acting will thrive.  Metal products and industries will be in demand such as steel production, car and building production, gold, silver, and jewellery.  It will be a challenging year for the transportation, energy, gas, timber, shipping, travel, publishing and media industries. Expect more natural disasters and extremes in climate conditions as two opposing elements fight for power.  Yin Metal represents small sharp objects like knives so stabbings will continue to grab media attention, particularly involving young men.  A high profile assassination is also possible in 2011.

The Misfortune Star 5 resides in the East from February 2011. Feng Shui Masters consider China and surrounding areas are part of the 'Far East' so North and South Korea tensions could remain throughout 2011. If you look at 1951, which had exactly the same pillars as the coming year 2011, Chinese and North Korea were fighting. In fact, the headlines have such a similar theme, its fascinating!  It talks about the future Queen of Britain, Queen Elizabeth and her future husband (Kate Middleton & Prince William now), terrible floods in the Mid West (floods in Australia and other parts of the world), Iran was in the news (concerns over Iran's nuclear power now).

Your Four Pillars of Destiny

In chinese astrology we analyse your hour pillar, day pillar, month pillar and year pillar. Each pillar has two characters. For instance, 2011 is the year of Yin Metal & Wood Rabbit.

If you click on this link you can calculate your four pillars. Your four pillars chart will be set out something like this: -

If you have a Rooster in your four pillars, the year of the Rabbit will make you more sociable and attractive. Romance may blossom! If you are already in a relationship, it may move to the next level, or finish. That's because the clash between the Rabbit and the Rooster demands growth and change for the better, so if its not moving in the right direction, it will end. Kate Middleton is a good example as she has a Rooster in her year pillar.  If Prince William had not announced the engagement, she may have decided to end the relationship.  As can be expected whenever a clash of opposing elements occur, Kate will have a lot of new challenges and pressure next year (and anyone with a Rooster).  Always remember, challenges and pressure are not all bad. It is during these times we grow and learn, and come to understand so much about ourselves and life.

If you have a Rat in your four pillars, particularly your day or year pillar, ensure you listen to, and spend quality time with your partner this year, as your relationship may be on shaky ground if don't pay attention. Don't get involved in any love triangles as they could end very badly. Tiger Woods had this personal clash in his four pillars stimulated last year.

If you have the Tiger, Horse or Dog in your four pillars, you will also be more attractive this year. If single, you may meet someone very special this year. If you are already in a relationship, you may find you have a secret admirer.

If you see Yang Water or Yin Water in your day pillar or year pillar, you will encounter people who are helpful this year! Its like you have a guardian angel that appears from nowhere to help you. With Yin Water in your four pillars, you will have a strong urge to study next year, to learn something new or continue further research into your favourite topic.

2011 General Summary

1. The annual flying star and li chung Ba Zi:

The annual feng shui analysis and forecast are based on the annual star chart, period chart and the Li Chung Ba Zi (the elements of the grand duke Metal Rabbit).

The star pattern of 2011:

The earth is turning constantly, one year has past, the new year is arriving. The flying star of 2011 has reformed to a new pattern, and it is different to the previous year.

Year 2011 is a metal rabbit year, from the 4th February 2011 to 3rd February 2012. The Grand Duke Jupiter (god of the year) is the Rabbit, and its direction is East. (From 82.5 to 97.5 degree on the compass.)

The four pillars of Li Chung (spring festival), also called Li Chung Ba Zi:

The five elements in the chart are unbalanced, the domineering element is wood, then metal, then earth, with water and fire elements missing. Based on the theory of five elements birth and destructive cycle, metal cutting wood, wood conquers the earth. The element combination is similar to 2010. This indicate that 2011 is another year of conflict and disharmony.

The difference is that 2011 is a rabbit year, it is yin element, it is a yin year. Tiger year was a yang year. Yang is possitive, everything appears, we can see what is going to happen. Yin is negative, things are hidden, people can be attacked by hidden dangers.

2. General Global Outlook

According to the positions of the nine flying stars, the Chinese economy will be stable. This year China will focus on domestic growth more than international. Japanese and South Korean economies will have a better year. However, they will need to watch out flood or earthquake. Australia will have a possitive year. Thailand and Indonesia will attract more tourists, and it is good for their economies. however, the tourists will need to watch out for violence and troubles. Africa, South America, Pakistan, Indian need to watch out for conflicts, their economies will pick up. Some new diseases may arise.

3. Australian Economy

Australia is the biggest country in the southern hemisphere. The 2011 forecast looks positive. It will play an important part in global economy. Northern territory, South Australian, and Victoria will be better with their economies. Western Australian mining industry will continue improving. However, there will be argument and conflicts. Queensland, and part of NEW and VIC will recover from flood disasters and back on to their ground. NSW in 2011 will have more good and bad things. This year, there will be more news about women. There will be more female celebrities. Central Australia may have more violence this year.

Due to the conflict between the metal and wood elements, there will be troubles relating to the government.

2011, the lucky elements are metal, fire and earth, therefore, the industries related to these elements will have a better year ahead.

Finance, banking industries will have a good year. Other metal and fire element related industries are: chemistry, restaurants, electronics, telecommunication, computer, high tech industries and jewelry etc.

The unlucky elements of the year are wood and water, the industry relating to these elements will have a bad year ahead. such as: education, clothing, medical, textile, furniture, transportation, water, travel, etc.

The stocks relate to fire, metal and earth element will increase, those relating to wood and water element will decrease.

Property belongs to the earth element, earth is one of the lucky elements of the year, therefore property prices will increase. The demand for property remains strong. The market favours on the middle price housing.In NSW, some big mansions will achieve high prices.

4. Health

In year 2011, the black star 2 falls into the South, this star represents illness, and it will bring health problem to this sector. In the Ba Gua, south relates to young woman, and middle daughter of the family. As such, the young women should be more careful with their health./p>

With the earth element missing in the Li Chung chart, this will results the general health problem relates to stomach, digest system and cancer.

5. Feng Shui tips for 2011:

The lucky directions in 2011 are: north west, north east, south east, and south west. Very unlucky direction is east. The less unlucky directions are: south, north, west and centre.

The enhancements and remedies for residential and commercial properties according to the yearly flying star:

Problem areas:

1. In the year 2011, Five Yellow is flying into the East grid, according to the ancient Chinese feng shui text book. Five Yellow is one of the most unlucky stars, and brings great misfortune and sickness. The Grand Duke of the year is also in the east, therefore, the east section of the house/office has negative energy. People should avoid working, sleeping in this sector at all cost. This sector should be kept neat and it is only good for storage. To combat this bad energy, put six ancient Chinese coins on east wall. Avoid any red coloured objects in this area and a pot of live bamboos to help decrease the bad energy. Keep this area quiet, don't watch TV in this area. Avoid any earth breaking or construction in East of your property.disturbing Tai Shui will cause serious negative results.

2. Black star two falls into the South. This is very inauspicious, symbolizing illness and financial loss. Try to avoid sleeping or working in this area. Hang six ancient Chinese coins, metal bell and a 'Fu Lou' in the ceiling, and put a tank with two black fish in this sector to remedy this.

3. Number three is flying into the North area. This symbolizes troubles, fighting, robbery, lawsuits and financial loss. Put red decorations in this area, such as a red floor mat or three red objects.

4. Star seven is flying into the centre. Star seven has name of Broken Soldier, it is the faded prosperity in period eight, and it relates to robbery and sex scandals. You can put a red object or red floor mat in centre, avoid any sharp or metal objects in this sector.

5. The annual three killings are in the west sector. The puple star nine is also falling in this area, star nine symbolises future prosperity and happy events. The three killings refer to the troubles with work, relationships, and health. Therefore, you should treat this area with caution.. Avoid facing east, sitting west all the time. To balance the energy in the west sector, you can use yellow, white, blue to decorate this area, crystals and gold, coins are also good in the west.

Lucky areas:

6. White star one is falling into the North East, this star relates to romance, travelling, power, authority and new beginnings, therefore it is a lucky star. This area is good for people who are seeking a partner. If you need this kind of luck,you can put fresh flowers in this section. To balance the energy, you can put a yellow object or six sun flowers in this area.

7. White Star Six is flying into the South East. Star six represents prosperity and wellness, This star was prosperous in period six, but it has faded in period eight. This star also relates to Travel Horse, favourable for travel, movement, migration, and changes. However, the element of star six is metal, the south east is wood, metal cutting wood. If you are working or sleeping in this section, you may have foot or bone injuries. To balance the energy, you will need to put blue or black decorations in this area, you can also put a big leaves indoor plant in the SE.

8. White Star Eight is flying into the North West sector. Star Eight represents current prosperity, and it is the ruling star of period eight. Therefore, the NW area is the luckiest area of 2011, you should keep this area clean and open to enable the energy to circulate. You can put a bright light, keep this area well lit, and decorate this area with white, gold and water feature.

9. The Star Four Green is flying into the South West. Four Green ruling the luck of academic achievement, writing, and literature work. If you wish to improve your ability in this area, then you can study/work in this area, and put four bamboos in a vase in this area to enhance the star. You can also put a red/pink crystal to help improve the luck.

Note: The annual flying star is best to use in conjunction with the period star and the flying star of the premises.

Feng Shui Energies for 2011

The Annual Flying Stars are the feng shui energies that relate to the compass directions on the Earth Chart or World Chart for the 2011.

Unlike a feng shui analysis of your home which is unique and extremely accurate, the Annual Flying Stars for the compass directions are more general, but may have some impact on your life this year, especially if your front door, office or bedroom is located in the East or the South.

The two numbers which are the most problematic are 5 and 2, and must be remedied!

1 = Wisdom

If your home or business is located in the North-East, your financial prospects will be good this year. Ensure your entrance looks beautiful, tidy and inviting. Add some beautiful metallic objects such as statues, vases, picture frames etc (gold and silver) to help support the 1 Water Star. If your bedroom is located in the North-East, your health and relationships will be good. Clear the clutter out of your bedroom, and ensure it looks beautiful, relaxing and tidy.

2 = Sickness

If the front door of your home or business is located in the South, your health may deteriorate this year thereby affecting your finances and business due to an increase in poor health and staff sickness. Place 6 Chinese Coins at the entrance to your home or business. The sound of metal also weakens the sickness star.  Use a Tibetan Tingsha, Tibetan Bell, Singing Bowl or Brass Bells and chime on a regular basis.  Say an affirmation such as 'money comes easily and frequently' every time you chime. If your bedroom is located in the South, you may have more health problems this year which could put a strain on your relationships. Place 6 Chinese Coins in the bedroom. The sound of metal also weakens the power of the sickness star, so I recommend a Tibetan Tingsha, Tibetan Bell, Singing Bowl or Brass Bells which must be chimed on a regular basis. Every time you chime, say a positive affirmation such as 'I have perfect health and relationships' and 'my guardian angels protect me'.

3 = Conflict

If the front door of your home or business is located in the North, your may be financially worse off in 2011, with the risk of more arguments, conflicts and legal problems such as fines, lawsuits and theft. Place 6 Chinese Coins at the entrance to your home or business. The sound of metal also weakens the conflict star, so I recommend a Tibetan Tingsha, Tibetan Bell, Singing Bowl or Brass Bells which must be chimed on a regular basis. Every time you chime, say a positive afffirmaton such as 'I am a magnet for money'. If your bedroom is located in the North, your relationships will be less harmonious and your health may be more challenging. Place 6 Chinese Coins in your bedroom and use a Tibetan Tingsha, Tibetan Bell, Singing Bowl or Brass Bells here to weaken the conflict star. Every time you chime repeat a positive affirmation such as 'I have perfect health and relationships'.

4 = Romance & Academic Success

If the front door of your home or business is located in the South West your finances will be good this year. You may find you have more interest for your products and romantic proposals too. It also supports academic success this year! To support the energies, at the entrance place 3 or 4 lucky bamboo in a vase and keep the entrance tidy and visually beautiful. If your bedroom is located in the South West your health will improve and your relationships may improve. However as romantic liasons are stimulated, you could have problems with competition, particularly if the bedroom is a mess and looks terrible. Place 3 or 4 lucky bamboo in the bedroom and keep it neat, tidy and beautiful this year to enhance good relationships and academic success.

5 = Misfortune

If the front door of your home or business is located in the East, your finances and business may be very challenging in 2011. The 5 misfortune star brings bad luck of all kinds, such as bankruptcy, sickness, accidents, catrastrophe. Place 6 Chinese Coins at the entrance to your home or business and use the sound of metal. The sound of metal weakens the misfortune star. Use a Tibetan Tingsha, Tibetan Bell, Singing Bowl or Brass Bells and chime on a regular basis. Say an affirmation such as 'money comes easily and frequently' every time you chime. If your bedroom is located in the East, your health and relationships may be more challenging this year. The sound of metal neutralises this misfortune star, so I recommend a Tibetan Tingsha, Tibetan Bell, Singing Bowl or Brass Bells, which must be chimed on a regular basis. Say an affirmation in the bedroom such as 'I have perfect health and relationships' every time you chime.

6 = Power & Authority

If the front door of your home or business is located in the South East your finances may be better this year. To bring out the positive energies of this star - good relations with authority such as police, councils etc and positions of power that come to you, you must keep the entrance tidy and visually beautiful. Remove all clutter, dead plants, peeling paint. If this area is untidy and looks uninviting, you may stimulate problems with power and authority. If your bedroom is located in the South East please ensure your bedroom is neat and visually attractive to bring out the positive qualities which will enhance your health and relationships in 2011.

7 = Fire and Accidents

If the front door of your home or business is located in the center of your home, your finances may deteriorate this year with an increase in fire, accidents and theft. Place 3 or 4 lucky bamboo in a vase at the entrance to help diminish the negative energy. At least once a day, say a positive affirmation such as 'money comes easily and frequently' at the entrance.  If your bedroom is located in the center, your health may be worse in 2011. Ensure you have a fire alarm in the bedroom, check the all alarm batteries and turn off all electrical items at night including electric blankets.  3 or 4 lucky bamboo in your bedroom will help to diminish the negative energies located here. Remember to say a positive affirmation such as 'I have perfect health and relationships' and 'my guardian angels protect me'.

8 = Prosperity

Congratulations! If the front door of your home or business is located in the North West, you will find your finances & business will improve this year. Place a large red picture or rug at the entrance to your home or business. Make sure this entrance is used all the time this year as activity helps stimulate the prosperous 8 Water Star.  If your bedroom is located in the North West, your health and relationships will improve this year. Buy a lovely red rug or picture and place them in your bedroom this year.

9 = Fame & Good Reputation

Congratulations! If your home or business is located in the West, because of your growing reputation and fame, your finances and business will improve this year. Place a large red rug at the entrance to your home or business.  Make sure this entrance is used all the time this year as activity helps stimulate the prosperous 8 Water Star.  If your bedroom is located in the West, your health and relationships will improve this year. Buy a lovely red rug or picture and place in your bedroom this year.

The East is where the Grand Duke resides this year. Try to avoid or minimize construction and digging here. If it is unavoidable, you may experience delays, equipment breakdowns and unforeseen obstacles.

Annual time stars are far more accurate when analysed in conjunction with the unique feng shui chart of your home or building, which is based on the year your home, shop or office was built and the exact facing direction. Therefore, a Comprehensive Feng Shui Consultation is recommended to predict and improve your unique situation.

Feng Shui Tips

To welcome in the optimistic and productive energies of the Metal Rabbit, start de-cluttering your home, office or shop now. Remove anything that is broken, you don't like or don't use. Get rid of gifts you don't like which are hidden in drawers or cupboards somewhere. Sell them on Ebay or give them to your favourite charity. These things energetically and emotionally drag you down and keep you from moving forward. You will be amazed how good you will feel when you remove 'old stuff' from your life.

Clutter in any area of your home, shop, or office will be blocking a part of your life. You will feel like you are stuck or stagnating. So get things moving and de-clutter your life!

Basics of Flying Star Fengshui

Flying Star System is a system used in Time-Dimension Feng Shui to analyze what type of intangible forces are occupying a particular compass direction. It is moving in a cyclical pattern and constantly changing location in time. It is a body of energies that governs a particular year, month or day. There are nine (9) stars with different influences positioning on each compass direction that affect us.

This system is also used in conjunction with the positioning of important rooms inside a property such as the location of the Main Door, Kitchen, Toilets and Bedrooms. To fully understand this system, let’s take a look at the different stars and its meanings:

• White Star 1 – star that brings good reputation, recognition and advancement luck.

• White Star 6 – brings power and authority. It also brings nobleman or helpful people.

• Green Star 4 – good for literary or academic and relationship luck.

• Black Star 2 – brings illness and accidents.

• Jade Star 3 – brings arguments, gossips and stress.

• Five Yellow – brings major misfortune.

• Red Star 7 – brings burglary, lawsuit and rivalry

• White Star # 8 – is the most prosperous and vibrant star in this current period of 8. It governs accumulation of wealth and prosperity from the main source such as salary, rentals, and other financial source in a regular basis. This is also referred to as the Primary Wealth Star.

• Purple Star # 9 – is the star that brings luck for future expansion or prosperity. It is considered the secondary Wealth Star as it the best star to tap if you want long-term and big profits in the future. Its effect is not immediate.

2011 Flying Star Forecast

Good Stars: 1, 8, 9

Neutral Stars: 4, 6

Bad Stars: 2, 3, 5, 7

Wood Rabbit in a Metal Year:

As the Metal Year destroys the Wood Rabbit weakening it, this is an inauspicious year.

• Birth Element which will enjoy a favourable/unfavourable year etc.
  • Strong Earth, weak Metal, weak Water
  • weak Earth, Strong Water, weak Wood
• Compatible Animal Signs
  this year:-
  • Excellent - Ram, Dog, Dragon, Pig
  • Avoid - Rooster, Rat, Tiger
• Good Travel Direction
  this year:-
  • Earth - North-East/South-West
  • Metal - North-West/West

2011 Flying Star Forecast

 

North

8 3 1 9 7 5 4 2 6

South

Take note the following sectors:-

• Sickness Star this year is at South
• Misfortune/Sickness Star this year is at East
• Disputes/Quarrel Star this year is at North
• Education/Romance Star this year is at South-West 
• Grand Duke this year is East, 90 Degree.
  - Avoid sitting facing the grand duke or disturbing him by having renovations.
• Location in Conflict is West.
  - Avoid having renovations done opposite the location in conflict.

The following is a summary of what everyone can do with limited knowledge of Feng Shui. Please note that if you are uncertain about the Feng Shui configurations of your house, hire a professional to evaluate your house. Aside from annual Feng Shui energy, you may need to take into consideration the use of other traditional Chinese methods such as Flying Stars, Eight Mansions and so forth. The annual star also has an impact on the Flying Stars which is determined by the time factor. The use of trinkets, ornaments and statues may be considered. Although some may consider them superstition, certain animals such as the Dragon, Kirin, and Pi Yao Dogs, if placed properly, can have powerful defensive qualities. If you intend to make Feng Shui changes for 2011, be sure to do so after February 4th 2011.

The Grand Duke of Jupiter (82.5º – 97.5º East)

Every year, the Asians who are into Feng Shui are always concerned firstly about where the “Grand Duke” resides for the year. It is an area where there is energetic imbalance due to its interactions with the planet Jupiter and the cosmos. This is an area that should not be disturbed. For the Year of the Rabbit, the Grand Duke is located in the East, therefore, avoid renovations and major activities in this area of the house. The inauspicious 5 star also moved into this sector which makes the east sector an even more difficult area to deal with. Things to beware of and remedies in the East sector:

• Avoid red and earth colors in this sector.
• Place six coins in a row or metal objects here.
• Brass, bronze, silver or gold dragon ornaments are also recommended.
• Pi Yao Dogs (preferably two) are of very popular ornaments used to appease the Grand Duke.
• If you have a different sector of entry into the house, try to use that instead of the east sector. If the east entrance is unavoidable, try not to bang or slam the door upon entry.
• Calabash or Wu Lu Gourd can also be used.

Annual One White Star (Northeast)

This year, the Romance Star flies to the Northeast sector. For those who are interested in enhancing their romance aspect of your lives, or increase the possibilities of meeting people, place metal and water objects in this area of your living space. The sound of metal such as a metal chiming clock or music box can do the trick. Water is also advised for this area. If you were to choose one or the other element, definitely go with metal since the Northeast area represents earth. With metal, you are providing a bridge between the earth and water energy of this area.

Annual Two Black Star (South)

The Two Black Star is often referred to as the sickness star. For 2011, this is not a good area at all as the sickness star is enhanced by the fire from the south. If the south area of your house is the bathroom, guestroom, laundry or storage room, then it is of less concern to you. In Flying Star Feng Shui, when the 2 and the 9 come together, there is a higher potential of misfortunes.

Remedies:
• Place six metal coins in this area.
• Avoid major building work or renovations. If you need to do so, hire a professional to select a date for renovations.
• Brass ingot can be used to protect wealth.
• Metal Wu Lou Gourd (Calabash) is also recommended to reduce the effects of the sickness star.
• Avoid colors of red and the use of fire (eg. Candles and electronic equipment) in this sector.
• Some books that I have come across in Hong Kong recommended placing wood in this sector to fight the earth energy. Personally, I’d rather reduce the bad energy before fighting it.

Annual Three Jade Star (North)

This star is not as bad as the Two Black Star nor the Grand Duke yet you have to be aware of arguments and disputes in this area of the house or business unit. The remedy for this area is simple. Since the Three Jade Star possesses wood energy, utilize red colors and fire-related objects to reduce the strength of the wood. Avoid using water features in this sector for the year unless and Feng Shui consultant has diagnosed this area properly utilizing Flying Stars. Do not hang wind chimes or place metallic instruments in this area.

Annual Four Green Star (Southwest)

This is often referred to as the academic or scholar star. It governs not only academic and artistic talents, but also other parts such as career, travel, wisdom, education and interpersonal relations. Unfortunately, this star flies into the Southwest sector which possesses earth energy, as a result, the academic star is weaker for this year due to its conflict with the earth energy. In order to raise the energy of the academic star, you will need to place four bamboo sticks in a water vase. Do not place plants with earth in this area as you can end up creating conflict in this sector for those who are studying. Avoid placing metal objects as it will weaken the academic star. Having a wooden bookshelf or pagoda in this area is also auspicious.

Annual Five Yellow Star (East)

As mentioned earlier about the Grand Duke, this sector is not suitable for major activities. It is not all doom and gloom when we deal with Feng Shui. The key is identifying the bad sectors and finding the proper remedies. Many traditional Chinese cures involve the use of salt water or six Chinese coins in this area. Those methods may work but it is more important to avoid disturbing this sector. Utilize more metal in this area. Please refer to the above description on the Grand Duke for remedies in this area.

Annual Six White Star (Southeast)

The Six White Star is a good star for those who want to enhance their career luck. This is also considered to be a military star which is favourable for those who are politicians or officers. Since the Six White Star possesses metal energy while the Southeast possesses wood, we would require a bridge in order to enhance the metal. To do this, place both fire and earth related items together. Logically, you would have the wood feeding the fire, and the fire strengthening the earth, then the earth can strengthen the metal. You can also place a real quartz crystal or crystal spheres in this area to activate the energy of the White Star.

Annual Seven Robbery Star (Center)

This year, the ‘Broken Soldier’ star is imprisoned in the center palace. This star represents robbery, deception, theft, gossips and back stabbing. This star must be taken care of or there may be possibilities of loss of wealth and break-ins. Do NOT use red colors in the center of your house and try to avoid candles and electronic equipment here. Metal chimes and metallic instruments must also be avoided here. The best remedy for this sector is to place water here. If you intend to use water features in this sector, ensure that the water flows slowly. Water that is crashing or vibrant in this area would accidentally activate the robbery star. If in doubt, you can always upgrade your security and alarm system.

Annual Eight White Star (Northwest)

Out of all the stars, the eight star is the most auspicious since it is governing the flying star for this period until 2023. The auspicious earth energy of the eight star resides in a metal area where its fortunes are reduced for 2011. For those who like to place crystals at home, this is the area where it should belong in for this year. The best quality of handpicked quartz crystals is recommended and they have to be place properly and visible in the northwest for 2011. Wealth and fame will also be found in this area of the world and I will cover this next month in my annual predictions for 2011. If your bedroom is located in the northwest, you can also consider placing an amethyst crystal here to strengthen the Eight White Star. The northwest should also be free of clutter. Many Chinese tend to place 8 white pebbles aligned in a shape of a cross like the image shown in the stars chart. The white pebbles can also strengthen and solidify the earth energy in this sector.

Annual Nine Purple Star (West)

This is supposed to be a very auspicious star since it is considered a ‘future’ wealth star with an auspicious influence in this current period. For 2011, the Nine Purple Star, representative of fire energy is in conflict with the metal energy of the west. To make matters worse, the Annual Three Killings reside in this sector. Do not place metal objects in this area as you may end up disturbing the negative energy of the Three Killings. It is best to hold back renovations or major activities in this area of the house for 2011. Remedies for this area would include water and wood objects. Green plants or fresh flowers grown in water would be your best solution. If you are interested in placing Chinese ornaments to take care of the Three Killings, many would use 2 kirin dogs facing the Three Killings.

It is important to remember that the annual flying stars are best to use in conjunction with the period star and the flying star of the building.

The Feng Shui setting out for the Metal Rabbit Year 2011:

Enhance the luck of relationship and love luck
The position of relationship is in the Northeast grid. For the best luck in love relationship, you can put a glass of water and a music box in the Northeast grid of your house. For better general human relations, you should put an pig/boar figurine decorative piece in the Northwest. Of course you can have both love luck and good interpersonal relationship if you do both. If you decide you don't need any more love relationship (say, you are married) but you need good interpersonal relationship, you might skip the glass of water.

Enhance the luck of marriage and joyful events
The location of joyful events is in the West. You can put 4 potted plants in the West grid to boost the energy of the Star. Then put a glass of water in the Northeast grid of relationship to boost general human relations.

Enhance the luck of examination and intellectual achievement
To enhance the luck of examination and academic study, put 4 water bamboo plants in the Northeast grid. Then, put a glass of water in the Southwest grid. This would maximize the energy of the Star of intellectual achievement with its complementary star Yi Bai.

Enhance the business
If your business is not doing too well this year, you can put 4 water bamboo plants in the Southwest grid of the house (the location of intellectual achievement), and then 8 white pebbles in a glass of water in the Northwest grid (the location of wealth).

Enhance the luck of wealth
The grid of joyful events is in the West grid; star Qi Chi in the Central; the Star of wealth in the Northwest. To boost your luck of wealth, you can put a glass of water with one black stone in at each of these positions. Yet, such setup cannot be used permanently. You have to take a month break after 3 month for it to stay effective.

General Auspicious Factors to Note

Auspicious Elements
Earth to support Metal
Use Water to wedge the clash between Metal and Wood.
Use Fire to control the Metal from hurting the Wood.

Which element is suitable depends on your 4 pillars of Destiny.

Auspicious Directions
Northwest – Star 8 – Color: Yellow, orange and red.
West – Star 9 – Color: Green and red.
Northeast - Star 1 – Color: Blue, Black and white.

Auspicious months
E5- April, E8-July, E12- October and E2 – January/2012

Auspicious time to receive Cai Shen Ye
Hour of Rat between 2300 – 0100Hrs
Direction: Face North
When to Start Work after Lunar New Year
It is common for most people to choose an auspicious day to start work or commence business after the Lunar New Year and the following dates should be avoided if you belong to the respective horoscopes.

Auspicious Dates
Sunday 06.02.2011 – (not suitable for Dog)
Tuesday 08.02.2011 – (not suitable for Rat)
Saturday 12.02.2010 – (not suitable for Dragon)

Zodiac Forecast for 2011

Rat – 1948, 1960, 1984, 1996, and 2008
Although in conflict with the rabbit, you’ll be basking under the lucky stars this year! Commit yourself to more charitable deeds so as to amplify your providence in the Rabbit year. Although 2011 is filled with great fortune and wealth, keep yourself away from lawsuits and conflicts by exercising integrity.

Ox – 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997 and 2009
Brace yourself for a challenging year ahead as uncertainties and unpredictability will intensify your luck this year. Draw a clear line between private and official interests so as to ensure that you would make the right choices. Be prepared to brave the storms ahead with a positive attitude. You may feel neglected and lonely. Go out to meet friends and be happy.

Tiger – 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998 and 2010
Your luck recovers this year but possibilities of getting yourself involved in lawsuits are also high. Do stay away from acting rashly and avoid unnecessary quarrels. Always keep a positive attitude and evade from complaining. Keep an open mind. Helpful people are around you.

Rabbit – 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, and 2011
You are self conflict with the rabbit. The arrival of lucky stars shall diminish the inauspicious kismet this year. However, a slight mistake shall deter you from succeeding. To walk on a path void of obstacles, shun arrogance and proceed prudently at all times.

Dragon – 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988 and 2000
A bright career path amid sunny days is in sight. Strive for career achievements and clear your mind of burdens and input more vigor into your life. Craftiness will leave you alone, allowing you to focus on career development.

Snake – 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, and 2001
A major setback may arouse and aimless drifting further throws you into deeper uncertainty. Clear direction is required in anything you do this year. For a smoother path, settle down and set your mind on a definite target.

Horse – 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, and 2002
Good fortune is bestowed upon you in 2011. However, be wary not to fall into love traps, or risk a bad reputation and monetary losses. Exercise vigilance whenever possible to prevent accidents.

Goat – 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991 and 2003
Be contented and bask in the rewards brought about in 2011. Being displeased will not only throw you into bewilderment, but it may cause you to lose what you have achieved last year. Make some plans to improve yourself through attending enrichment courses.

Monkey – 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, and 2004
A bright future is expected on the career front. However, health issues may arise, thus, be careful of what you eat and exercise regularly to eliminate possible dangers ahead.

Rooster – 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993 and 2005
This year you are in direct confrontation with the Rabbit. No lucky stars are in sight this year. It is time to adjust your frame of mind and accept the quiet year ahead. You shall be able to triumph over problems with negligible damage if you have been kind to others in 2010. Otherwise, you have to be prepared to stumble upon frequent obstacles and difficulties.

Dog – 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, and 2006
Reflect on your past faults and start anew to strive for brilliant achievements on the career front. However, bear in mind that conceit is detrimental to your success and you might fall into a gulf of desolation.

Pig – 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, and 2007
Do not be dismayed that things are not going as smoothly as it did in 2010. With willpower, perseverance and a clear conscience, you will be able to tide over all crises. Adopt the approach of loving your enemies, as this allows you to recognize your inadequacy and conquer them.

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