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2010 - the Metal Tiger is in Charge

As we say goodbye to the steady, hard working year of the Ox we turn and greet the Tiger.   

This last year of the Ox (2009) has been about working hard, being pragmatic and patient.  If you’ve longed for changes in your life then the Tiger could bring these about.  

The Tiger brings drive, motivation, optimism, intensity and challenges.  Those with their heads down and working hard in the Ox year will look up and want to start seeing results of their hard work.  This is the Tiger waking up.  

The Tiger’s natural affinity is with the element of Wood.  Wood energy is uplifting, inspiring and pioneering.  However, 2010 is the year of the Metal Tiger which casts a focussed and sometimes selfish  slant on the Tiger’s dynamic energy.  Think of a hungry cat stalking its prey.  

The last Metal Tiger year was in 1950 which witnessed the beginning of the Korean war, intensification of the Cold War between East and West, the beginning of what would become the McCarthy trials of suspected communists in America and the sanctification of Apartheid in South Africa.  

So, be prepared for an uprising in energy, volatility with self interest that could lead to conflicts and a great deal of change.    

Feng Shui tips for 2010

• The wealth area this year is found in the centre of your home or room.  This is a very important area, known as the T’ai Chi.  It is always important to keep this area clutter free but especially so in 2010.  Other areas of wealth are the east and west areas of your home or room.  A money plant would be helpful in either of these areas (Jade Tree - Crassula Argentea).  
• The south west area of your home and room is very inauspicious this year.  Avoid conducting anything important here.  If you can, bring the element of metal to this area: paint white or light grey; have objects made of metal or dome shaped to represent metal; keep clear and clutter free.  
• The Tiger resides in the east/north east sector (53° - 68°).  Therefore it is important that you minimise any disruption to this area of your home or room for this year, such as building work, otherwise you may experience problems and delays.  
• Use the energy of the Tiger.  Review your goals.  Are you going in the right direction?  Do you have too many goals so your energy is dissipated?  This year is about concentration and focus so having fewer goals may be a good idea.    

These tips are general for everybody. However, there are deeper levels of Feng Shui which take into account you and your specific environment. 

If you would like to find out more about living in harmony with your environment and using energy to your advantage, contact me.