The Chinese calendar system.
Welcome to Singapore and with the Chinese New Year falling on 29th January 2025, you are in the midst of one of the biggest and most significant celebrations in the Chinese calendar. Each year is marked by one of the twelve zodiac signs in this calendar and 2025 is known as the Year of the Wood Snake.
Therein lies the fascinating system of pairing an element to a zodiac which is symbolically assigned its very own element. The Snake is categorized as a Fire element and by virtue of the year 2025 being a Wood Snake year, the combination is complimentary as Wood produces Fire. This being said, 2025 is interpreted to be a rather harmonious year. On its own, the element Fire in the Snake symbol is associated with optimism, hopes, renewals and wisdom.
Singapore - city with subtle Feng Shui essence.
As you go around taking in the city sights, you may notice some architectures, layout and designs are well aligned to harness the vital energies that promote harmony, flow, balance and the connection to prosperity.
On its own, Singapore is geographically located at the southern most tip of the Malaysian peninsula and faces the sea protected by the Indonesian archipelago. This is the best formation of a feng shui value any site or property can have. Facing South also offers the opportunities to ride the next wave of nature's prosperity for the next twenty years. Given this good fortune, Singapore's urban planners are adding to this by designing the city's landscape on ground level and a city underground with such intelligent infrastructures that the country's success is assured for the next fifty years from now.
In spite of it being a small island of approximately 750 square kilometers or 290 square miles, there are 11 hills on the island, the highest being 164 meters, 32 rivers,17 reservoirs, 990 kilometers of canals and about 7,000 kilometers of drains.
Some notable landmarks worth noting are the Marina Bay area which is a constructed water holding facility surrounded by major financial institutions and the Marina Bay Sands. Unknown to many, the Singapore Flyer nearby has the function of activating the necessary energies for the bay area and is aligned to the Merlion. There are 28 cabins, each holding a maximum capacity of 28 passengers, measures 28 square meters each and takes 28 minutes to complete a full ride. Perhaps a coincidence but in feng shui terminology, the number 28 signifies good fortune and the sum of 2 and 8 adds up to a perfect 10.
The Five towers of Suntec City is another notable example. Its design is based on Chinese feng shui principles. The complex is meant to symbolize good luck and prosperity, and the balance of metal and water in the Fountain of Wealth is said to represent the preservation of wealth and success.
Look at Ngee Ann City and the fountain in front of the two buildings. The historical site was a former burial ground and the back of the building is the higher ground. By this virtue, it is shaped like a traditional Chinese tomb (nothing morbid about it) and has been a goldmine to the property developer.
Do you know that Singapore is 'born' in the Year of the Wood Snake ?
Singapore declared independence form Malaysia on 9th August 1965 at 10.00 in the morning. That was sixty years ago and in 2025, Singapore turns 60. By tradition, this means Singapore has turned a full cycle by way of the Chinese calendar calculation. Where will it go from here ? If it is by any measure of the forecasting, Singapore is going to do pretty well in the Year of the Wood Snake.
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Rat in 2025.
Another spectacular year awaits the Rats with the Emperor Star shining your way. This is the one for policy makers, influencers, market leaders, content providers and anyone who wishes to make things happen their way. Your charisma naturally brings out the confidence and charm and to maximize this is to be seen in right places. Besides, your sidekick, the Dragon Virtue acts not only as a Noblemen to you but a precise and effective executioner of your grand plans. Dragon Virtue makes you a formidable force, one who formulates, strategizes, views the big picture and then make things happen. When all fall into the right places, the Jade Hall Star, a well- earned wealth manifests, and you shall be rewarded financially and rise in stardom. Plan well and you will find that there are many who will approach to collaborate and partner you in serious and meaningful projects.
Success comes at a price and for Rats, expect envy and jealousy.
Dark Sky casts a misleading pall over your plans and actions. They usually come from misinformation and moles planted in your work who trigger sinister false alarms. It often slows you down and force you to evaluate your decisions, causing wastages in time and resources. You must also protect your image and identity.
While you ride the on your success, be prepared for sudden shocks and uncontrollable situations that can derail your plans. This may be a policy driven regulation but more likely some mistakes out of distractions.
Ox in 2025.
A unique talent star comes your way. The Elegant Seal brings out the artistic and demonstrative powers in all of you in 2025. First, what you say and express will likely resonate. Then what you express in written form such as literary works and social media will get you followers. Finally, even if you are not in the artistic fields, what you showcase, organize and present will be appreciated and compensated.
However, you need to keep a clear mind and level head in dealing with the challenges ahead. Drapes Star is one that creates a sense of obligations from you, do what you can and don’t feel too bad about not fulfilling every request. Sky Cry brings frequent bouts of feeling down and being helpless. This affects females and those who are going through bad patches. Counter it by being in the company of optimistic and active company. Meanwhile, the Yellow Flag misleads you to less desirable outcomes. This often happens when you are vulnerable and unhappy. Do not be affected by comparing yourself with others. Finally, the White Tiger is symbolic of fierce and swift attacks against your morale and personal safety. So, be watchful against those who are banding against your work, creativity and business. It could be a competitor at work, a business rival or what we simply label as a vile character, one who takes pleasure in making life difficult for others. Also be wary of physical harm involving sharp metallic cuts.
Tiger in 2025.
A year of exponential growth and progress awaits Tigers this year. With the powerful backing of the Heavenly Virtue, you can speed up to achieve your goals in 2025. in addition, this is the noblemen star which is failure-proof and protects you from any sabotage from competitors or anyone who tries to steal the limelight from you.
To add to this, the Fortune Virtue offers you the lucky breaks and right connections to bigger collaborations. This leads to bigger than expected results and so, you must keep an open mind towards others approaching you to partner you. On your own, you will be limited by your own resources and to tap the maximum potentials of Fortune Virtue, go for the big guys and leverage on their own merits and size.
On the side, your personal fortune is getting a boost from the Prosperity Star which is the evident assets and financial help anyone can hope for. June and October will be great months to hope for some windfalls.
Six Harms is a spell which makes you unappreciated for the good work and charity you do for others. Do not expect returns from helping others.
Curled Tongue is misinformation wrong signals form others, do not be presumptuous, Robbery Star deals with identity loss and scams, including financial losses due to official mistakes that result in penalties.
Rabbit in 2025.
There is aggressive growth and honor for all Rabbits in the Year of the Snake. Of course, there is a need for diligence, focus and honesty. Rabbits should take this year as one for consolidation and forward strategies. Although there are no significant stars in your favor, the Thrive Star is a powerful enough to drive lots of optimism by offering you choices for work. With this star, it is important for you to contribute to society in whatever means you can.
There are several negative energies to deal with. First, the Sky Dog, a sign of accountability for all areas of life. This means that for all you have done in the past few years, results will surface. Financially, be ready for some kind of repayment while in relationships, you may be forced to take a position or lose it.
When you are travelling, take note that the Calamity Star can give you problems which are rather physical in nature, such as you witnessing fires, serious haze, fog and earth movements. Additionally, you may also encounter immigration, customs and other official checks.
Suspended Guest suggests accidents by hanging or loose ropes and a threat to health of elderly around you. Finally, be aware that there are negative influences of offenders who are trying to rope you into some illegal schemes.
Avoid breaking rules, stay on the side of law, work hard and you will turn out well.
Dragon in 2025.
A year of celebrations, good news and revelry. The Sky Happiness activates what we term as the Yang energies of happiness created by people around you. This star overrides lots of unpleasantness and it is through this balance of Yin and Yang that make it such a positive year for Dragons. It may be a personal victory, an achievement, a promotion or even a validation of your own work. Extended to those around you, your team could emerge as a winner in competition, your children may be graduating with colors, someone gets married, or a new member is introduced to the family.
Heavenly Officer is also a positive energy which offers you fair judgement and even protection all year round. This means that if you are working within official boundaries, there is no fear of stagnation, breakdown or backtracking of agreements.
Surpassing Path is there to remind you that while you are in the quest for new frontiers, break new grounds, stay grounded and don’t lose focus.
Annual Killing Star often relates to environmental challenges and in 2025, Dragons must be alert to threats of inhalation issues, flash fires and traffic accidents.
Sickness Charm gives you a false sense of security about your health, poor physical habits and nagging fear of illness and injuries. Stay in shape and check up often.
While the Lonesome Star affects females more, it can bring to all Dragon a feeling of being left out, passed over at the workplace, missing out on opportunities and emotionally unhappy not being included.
Snake in 2025.
While Snakes are ‘in offence’ against the Grand Duke, you are presented with the duality of the Duke Arrival Star. With this star, you are given a choice to handle the year well. Take up responsibilities, fulfill your duties and work towards defined targets by months. Handles well, your results by August will be spectacular.
Eight Seats means you are entitled to exclusive circles. This is a chance for you to be admitted to groups of high net worth or industry movers waiting to hear your opinions. if all goes well, it will lead to Golden Carriage, meaning you will move to places where recognition and financial rewards await you. It could mean a trip to receive accolades.
While the first half of the year may not be smooth sailing, there is Relief God to solve peoples’ issues while the Sky Relief vastly reduces seemingly impossible problems.
Hidden corpse is a revelation of secrets and resurfacing of past problems while the Instability Star casts unnecessary doubts and worries. Remove obstructions one at a time and don’t let imagination add to the burden before problems arise. Politics and identity attacks are expected with the Back Poking Star, don’t be ruffled by enemies. There is a need to protect your personal safety and avoid potential dangers of injuries and cuts, even surgeries from fire and physical accidents involving traffic or high intensity activities due to Sword Edge and Blood Knife. Earth Killing Star means you need expert advice on decisions involving investments, assets and properties.
Horse in 2025.
The incredible energies of the Sun Star dissolves many issues. Moreover, this is the one star that is outright, timely and visible. In 2025, you can resolve many things that has eluded your actions due to its enormity or out of fear of failure. A past secret, an old health problem and a bad relationship now awaits your courage and strength to put right with the Sun Star.
With the Peach Blossom in your favor, this year is one that attracts lots of attention and admiration for you. Singles have lots of chances finding partners and getting married. However, those who abuse this privilege will end up with the Salty Pool which brings scandals and personal problems.
The Intelligence Star makes you yearning for knowledge and intelligence. Your curiosity peaks and you can convert this into a new skill for the future.
Cascading Cloud brain fogs you into dreamy states and causes females heartaches. while the Year Killing Star makes you insistent, stubborn and illogical. Puth these together and you’ll end up with terrible decisions that will ruin an otherwise promising year.
At work and in business, beware of the bad effects of Bad Qi which makes work sluggish without the motivation nor the quality results. Be realistic and do not make big promises as the Sky Emptiness will be just a bubble of hope for you to hang on to without the results.
Goat in 2025.
If you have the clarity and ability to see beyond problems, then the Year of the Snake may prove to be rewarding. The Bright Hall Star gives you vision, an analytical mind and a non vested interest in other people’s business.
There may be a handful of hindrances in your way but if you maintain an unbiased view of things going around, you simply evade the problems and walk away better than many others endowed with good stars but not managing them effectively.
Leopard Tail makes you sound offensive and abrupt, think before you comment especially online. Flying Chaste appears as attacks and threats to your work and business. It can also be policy matters that affect you more than others. You will need to be current and keep up with real-time affairs and keep within official borders. Goats must maintain their cool as the Great Killing turns you speculative and force you to take chances at decisions. Repeatedly, this can lead you to bolder speculation and turn into gambling which can lead to heavy losses. This frustration may stem from repetitive problems recurring month to month causing confusion and draining of resources. Funeral Door will only act up if there’s elderly and ill who grab your attention and in serious cases, expect the effect of the Separating Edge which means end of things.
Monkey in 2025.
It is a unique situation between the Monkey and the Snake year. First, there is a combination, known as the Duke or Year combination, resulting in the element fire. Then comes a destruction and a self punishment that can lead to a lot of confusion. Monkeys in 2025 must be levelheaded and protect one’s interests first.
Five Prosperity provides all essentials in personal wellbeing, work, income, relationships and health. Sky Fortune works wonders when you are in any tight situation. Then comes the Moon Star, another Noblemen star that solves issues with great care and consideration. It may also involve a female help that you cannot refuse and therein lies the problem if the Red Chamber gets involved. Monkeys must observe proper decorum when dealing with females this year. The Year Combination attracts people in high places and influence.
The Death God portrays you as an ungracious person who forgets his past benefactors. Great Assembly attracts you to places of unlawful and riotous crowd. Because of your good fortune, Hook Spirit overpromises and the Piercing Rope puts you into tight situations. Beware of your commitments.
Rooster in 2025.
A year of leadership, natural confidence and courage to carry out what you envision as the right thing to do and for the common good of all. That is the direction of the General Star, a no-nonsense commander.
The Golden Lock is a monetizing star which can happen only when an action is applied to an opportunity. The key to the Golden Lock is dedicated hard work to get something done and be consistent and unwavering about it.
With the Three Stages Star, Roosters can expect upward mobility in their careers while business owners can do well with expansion. Three Stages is a gradual step to the top which comes with financial rewards and a title to go with it.
Earth Relief makes you grounded and realistic. It humanizes you as you behave like a general leader. This is a very important quality to possess if you wish to achieve your results with the blessings of followers. Earth Relief also enhances your assets and real estate related values and ventures. Any decision about property is likely to be profitable and meaningful.
Conversely, you will need o deal with annoying and petty people this year and the Officer Charm adds to headaches of official checks and audits.
The Broken Star says a lot about breakdowns in communications, chain supplies, hardware and malwares that attack your systems and if the damage is serious, it may lead to long term losses and control.
Dog in 2025.
The Red Matchmaker gets you the relationships you wish for. Especially good for singles, this star also join hands of people who link by affection and respect. As a relationship star, expect activities in March and June.
Pummeled Saddle is a travelling energy that compels you to venture out and the chance for exploration. Even for those who do not see opportunities to travel for work and business, you should expect expanded roles and added responsibilities that will shape up your career this year. It is a transformative star and the more movements there are in life, the better the prospects. Travel when you can, even for leisure.
A busy and promising year will come with differences and changes, and it is the job of the Monthly Virtue to take care of your recurring stoppages and disruptions to your routines. Do not be ruffled by minor setbacks and keep the optimism burning.
In 2025, Dogs must be ready for things to come to an end, Viewed positively, this can be managed well. Embrace the changes and look forward to new environment, company, friends, experience and journey. This is the work of the Death God.
Yin Killing draws you to dark and unconventional habits. Usually involving females, it can get you into a lot of inconveniences such as a commitment to a promise. Females themselves must be alert to feminine issues and emotional instability. Finally, Small Consumer turns you into a habitual spender in small volumes but repeated enough to cause you trouble financially.
Pig in 2025.
2025 will be a year of travels, explorations and movements. The Sky Horse Star ensures that you are moved around, and you must prepare to spot the opportunities that come along with it. This is a benevolent star that draws you to the right places and you must be ready to face up to some discomfort.
If last year has been hectic for you, then the Snake Year is likely to bring some relief. Sky Emptiness removes redundancy and reduces responsibilities. This frees up a lot of resources and time for you to channel your energies and time to good use. This star also consistently solves recurring issues in financial management and family matters.
Year Breaker puts you on the path to prove yourself and this creates pressures and stress on your work performance. Try and take it slow, do not allow that big goal to demoralize you.
Frustrations can build up from the Hurdle Star that brings with it, unfair competition and regulations stacked against you. Expect and be ready for this in May this year.
Pigs should not over commit and take on too heavy responsibilities as the Pealing Head Star adds to worries, overthinking and imagination.
As the economy gears up, you should not be swept away by the general sentiments. For example, do not jump into the stocks and equities markets simply because you don’t want to be left out. Nor should you commit to a property and a new car rashly because the Big Consumer can be a long-term burden.