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Lunar New Year Page 14 n THE ASIAN REPORTER February 7, 2022 Year of the Tiger forecasts We hope you enjoy Madame Mingmei’s Year of the Tiger forecasts. The first prediction applies to each animal sign (Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig) for the new lunar year. Each prediction is followed by an additional forecast specific to one’s element (metal, water, wood, fire, earth). To find out what sign and element apply to you, turn to page 12 and look up your date of birth. By Madame Mingmei Special to The Asian Reporter The Rat interpretation from the outside. n Metal Rabbit: 2022 is a time to meet new people. Stay principled and modest during new encounters. n Water Rabbit: Be cau- tious when taking on a new project during the Tiger Year. n Wood Rabbit: Investing in education or expanding your horizons may help you reach your goals. n Fire Rabbit: Surround yourself with positive people this year. Don’t be timid. n Earth Rabbit: Help raise up those around you in 2022. Your efforts will not only help them, but also bring you joy and satisfaction. w from. The year may be filled with opportunities and challenges, but their adaptable and cheerful nature will see them through. n Metal Sheep: Pay atten- tion to your health and listen to what your body is telling you. n Water Sheep: Focus on a specific skill to create a solid foundation for the future. n Wood Sheep: Trust your gut to guide you about which relationships are worth your energy. n Fire Sheep: Take time to assess your life, but be careful not to get hung up on past mistakes. Self-reflection may lead to a new and better path to pursue. n Earth Sheep: Be sure to spend time with the important people in your life. w The Year of the Tiger should be a good one for the honest, imaginative, and patient Rat. Life should feel more normal for Rats who are practical and open-minded and keep their argumentative side to themselves. If a new opportunity arises, scurry after it and seriously consider its merits. n Metal Rat: Cultivate healthy relationships in 2022. Toxic ones may bring you down, so be sure to remove them. n Water Rat: Take on an unforeseen task this year, as it may enlighten you to new things. n Wood Rat: Be respectful to everyone during this Tiger Year, but if a friend or family member takes you for granted, don’t be afraid to take the necessary steps to fix the situation. n Fire Rat: The Year of the Tiger may end up being one in which you must work really hard to achieve your goals. n Earth Rat: A big decision is on the horizon. Be rational and confident when evaluating the potential options and outcomes. w The Year of the Tiger should bring happiness and some stability to the dynamic, intelligent, and sincere Dragon. There may be a change on the horizon, though, so use your energetic personality to prepare for it. Enthusiastic and courageous Dragons should be open to new experiences in 2022 and keep their occasional irritable side in check. n Metal Dragon: During the Year of the Tiger, turn an un- lucky event into good fortune for your family and friends. n Water Dragon: Be principled and discriminating when taking on new tasks during the Tiger Year. n Wood Dragon: Use your voice this year to help others. When you speak, people listen. n Fire Dragon: Important life decisions may surface during 2022’s Year of the Tiger; give them consideration. n Earth Dragon: Thoroughly analyze new oppor- tunities and chances that arise this year. w Similar to the Snake, Monkeys may have a tough Tiger Year ahead, but those who are gregarious, enthusiastic, and inventive will persevere. The year will also have good times, so savor them when they occur. Independent and candid Monkeys will turn challenges in 2022 into important life lessons. n Metal Monkey: Look deep to find passion in your hobbies and relationships. n Water Monkey: Consider volunteering in 2022. Your efforts to help others may lead to new relationships. n Wood Monkey: Meeting problems head on during the Year of the Tiger will help put your life in order. n Fire Monkey: Spend time this year focusing on personal and familial relationships. n Earth Monkey: 2022 is a good year to get a lot of restful sleep, Earth Monkey. The Ox The Snake w The determined, organized, and capable Ox should have some stability in their lives this year. If clear goals are set, progress and success are likely. Your patience will be the key to having a good year, as will persistence and clear thinking. Put away your stub- bornness and bias or you will definitely hit some roadblocks. n Metal Ox: The Year of the Tiger may become full of re- sponsibilities, both new and old. n Water Ox: Find a hobby that is right for you, as it may serve as a good emotional outlet during 2022. n Wood Ox: This Tiger Year may present interesting offers and opportunities. Be cautious. n Fire Ox: Always give your best to make each day a little better for those around you. n Earth Ox: Seek advice from a trusted friend or family member. w The Year of the Tiger may be a tough one for the Snake, but a Snake who is determined, well-mannered, and compassionate may lessen its intensity. Juggling life priorities will be very important this year, so think critically about your choices and decisions. Don’t be suspicious or dishonest, as these Snake traits will seal your fate in 2022. n Metal Snake: Showing compassion toward friends and family will help you strengthen important relationships. n Water Snake: The Tiger Year may present many ac- tivities to keep you busy and also help plan for the future. n Wood Snake: Remember, Wood Snake, that without clear targets, not much is accomplished. n Fire Snake: An important decision will descend upon you this year; seek advice if needed. n Earth Snake: Plan for a more normal year, but always be prepared for the unexpected. w The Tiger It’s your year, Tiger! 2022 is the year for the ambitious, brave, and confident Tiger to solidify meaningful relation- ships, be more active, take a stand on important issues, and focus on good health. A calm yet fruitful year is possible for wise and open-minded Tigers. Always think critically, but don’t be aggressive or arrogant to others. n Metal Tiger: Take time in 2022 to rejuvenate relation- ships and friendships from the past. n Water Tiger: Focus on the safety of yourself and others to avoid potential incidents. n Wood Tiger: Feel free to remake or remodel your living space this year. Change is good. n Fire Tiger: Fire Tigers should act independently this year and continue to be optimistic. n Earth Tiger: Make time to start a hobby during your year, as a new challenge will keep you engaged. w The Rabbit The Tiger Year is the year for ambitious, expressive, and diplomatic Rabbits to receive recognition for their talent and hard work. The year may be busy and hectic, but they’ll feel successful. Try to overcome the tendency to be judgemental and gossipy and see each person encoun- tered for who they really are in their heart instead of an The Dragon The Horse The curious and productive Horse should have a good Tiger Year. Much change may be in store for 2022, but by being sincere, flexible, and calm, the hard-nosed Horse will have success. A really ambitious project may take root this year; by remaining curious, enthusiastic, and logical, it should proceed as planned. n Metal Horse: Stay sincere and energetic during this 2022 Tiger Year. n Water Horse: Listen carefully to family and friends during the coming year. n Wood Horse: A chance to travel may present itself; set aside funds and start planning for the possible adventure. n Fire Horse: Stay focused this Tiger Year in order to finish any projects you start. n Earth Horse: Set new goals, big or small, throughout the Year of the Tiger. w The Sheep The creative and easygoing Sheep will experience success and have attention focused on them this year. Although sometimes they may feel defensive, they must find their empathetic side to see where others are coming The Monkey The Rooster The funny and charitable Rooster will have a happy and prosperous Tiger Year. There may be a few obstacles along the way, but hardworking, communicative, and thought- ful Roosters will stay on track to achieve their goals. Be sure to tuck your argumentative and cranky traits away, as they might hinder progress in what should be a great year. n Metal Rooster: Overcome a temporary lack of motivation and focus on your goals and priorities. Success is only achieved with determination. n Water Rooster: Focusing on good health is an important goal for 2022. n Wood Rooster: Organize your personal and pro- fessional schedules to help stay on top of everything. n Fire Rooster: Seek advice from experienced indivi- duals if you hit a roadblock during the Year of the Tiger. n Earth Rooster: 2022 is an important year to spend time strengthening relationships. w The Dog The Year of the Tiger should be a lucky one for the dutiful, helpful, and modest Dog. Imaginative and under- standing Dogs may accomplish and achieve many goals if they set aside their distrustful and suspicious leanings. It’s also important to balance commitments and family Continued on page 16
