Zodiac Sign: Monkey (Associated with the Branch Sheng) Auspicious Stars: Wen Chang (Literary Star), Yi Ma (Traveling Horse) Inauspicious Stars: Sang Men (Bereavement Gate), Di Sang (Earthly Bereavement), Gu Chen (Lonesome Star)

Birth Years : 1920 – Geng Shen (庚申) 1932 – Ren Shen (壬申) 1944 – Jia Shen (甲申) 1956 – Bing Shen (丙申) 1968 – Wu Shen (戊申) 1980 – Geng Shen (庚申) 1992 – Ren Shen (壬申) 2004 – Jia Shen (甲申) 2016 – Bing Shen (丙申) Determination Method: The zodiac sign for a birth year is determined by the Start of Spring in the lunar calendar (Lichun), not January 1st. For example, a person born between January 1st and February 3rd, 2016, still belongs to the Yi Wei (Wood Goat) lunar year—the Year of the Goat, not the Monkey. Only those born on or after February 4th, 2016, belong to the new lunar zodiac sign, the Monkey. Auspicious Stars: Wen Chang (Literary Star), Yi Ma (Traveling Horse) Inauspicious Stars: Sang Men (Bereavement Gate), Di Sang (Earthly Bereavement), Gu Chen (Lonesome Star) (The following pertains to 2026, and all mentioned months are Gregorian months.) Overall Fortune for Monkeys in 2026: Monkeys this year will find strength in their leaders, especially female superiors. You can consult them and seek assistance when needed. However, exercise caution externally. You are more likely to encounter problems that are difficult to resolve when outside. External parties may be prone to setting traps. Be wary of high- status individuals externally who might try to make you a scapegoat. Do not trust their words simply because of their higher status. Protect your interests and job security by getting all agreements in writing. This is a year where relying on personal connections is risky. Internally within the company, problems are fewer, and unfavorable conflicts are less likely. Be vigilant about promises made by external parties. (This is also something those born in the Year of the Rat should be mindful of this year.) Aside from the aforementioned issues, the overall fortune for Monkeys in 2026 is not bad and can be considered average. To enhance wealth luck, you can place a wooden statue of the God of Wealth in the southeast corner of your home. Analysis of Auspicious Stars for Monkeys: Monkeys have the auspicious stars Wen Chang and Yi Ma this year. This indicates a favorable year for academic success, honors, wisdom, and knowledge acquisition. As long as you study diligently, your achievements will be significant and you should achieve something for yourself in studies or reputation. For those engaged in research, it's a year of achieving more with less effort. Make good use of this astrological advantage to attain the honors you seek. This is especially pronounced for those born in August (Gregorian). Monkeys are perceived as clever, agile, and adept at learning and imitation—traits aligned with the wisdom and scholarship governed by the Wen Chang star. Thus, Monkeys' fortunes are particularly strong in the areas mentioned above. In the zodiac hierarchy, the Monkey is an animal considered capable of rivaling the Tiger. They are flexible and intelligent, unafraid of the Tiger's ferocity. (Of course, they have no choice but to surrender when encountering humans.) Further Discussion on the Yi Ma (Traveling Horse) Star: This year, Monkeys are prone to experiencing turbulence, change, and a life of frequent movement. You may be engaged in industries involving regular business trips, travel, foreign trade, or transportation. Enemies and those seeking to harm you are numerous externally. Be cautious of traps when on business trips. However, your opportunities also lie outside. When venturing out, proceed with caution and don't be careless. Given the potential for facing difficulties, it's crucial to understand your company's bottom line and your external clients' expectations. Try to regularly report project progress to your leaders and clients. This helps you align with their requirements, ensures work stays on track with management goals, and prevents you from deviating from the project and becoming a scapegoat. External variables are significant this year, making you susceptible to being framed. Avoid discussing others' affairs; stick to light topics. This will help prevent being backstabbed or entangled in interpersonal conflicts in your absence, safeguarding you when you need to be mobile. The Yi Ma star is neither purely auspicious nor inauspicious. This year, Monkeys must handle external pressure with extreme care. In communications, do not rely on verbal promises; insist on written agreements. This is your best defense if someone tries to make you a scapegoat. The law prioritizes signed contracts; enforce this strictly this year and avoid over-reliance on personal connections. Analysis of Inauspicious Stars for Monkeys: Monkeys have the inauspicious star Sang Men (Bereavement Gate) this year. Along with stars like Bai Hu, Diao Ke, and Bing Fu, it belongs to the annual inauspicious stars, potentially bringing misfortunes, sorrow, financial loss, and household unrest. For precise details, a more in-depth calculation based on your birth year, month, day, and hour, combined with your ten-year luck cycle, is required. This also explains why some people's fortunes are actually good during a Chong Tai Sui (clashing with the Year Governor) year, contrary to the common expectation of trouble. This is the eight character analysis leveraging on your dob details to do the calculation. Secure your home front this year. Do not let family members suffer grievances, so you can conserve energy to solve external problems. The Sang Men star signifies that personal issues can distract you from focusing on external competition. With challenging external conditions, it's even more vital to settle internal and family matters. Pay close attention to the health and safety of children and the elderly. Be watchful of potentially unsafe objects for children in the house. When taking them out, do not let them out of your sight. For instance, supervise them closely at the pool; do not entrust their safety to others. It is recommended that Monkeys consider donating blood, undergoing health check-ups, or participating in charitable activities this year to mitigate potential calamities and accumulate positive karma. Another inauspicious star is Di Sang (Earthly Bereavement), which relates to misfortunes concerning close relatives. Be vigilant about the safety and health of family members. Do not take lightly health concerns raised by the elderly. When traveling, ensure the safety of the vulnerable and assist the elderly with their luggage. This is connected to the aforementioned potential for external problems. Emotional/Relationship Aspect for Monkeys in 2026: This year presents some emotional/relationship challenges for Monkeys. Why? Because you have the emotional inauspicious star Gu Chen (Lonesome Star) in your destiny palace. Although the Yi Ma star suggests a need to socialize and expand your network, you yourself may feel somewhat averse to solitude. You might be perceived as somewhat unfriendly, potentially creating barriers and affecting your plans. Suppress sullenness, take action, and get things done. Learning to be flexible ("bend") allows one to go further. Communication with your spouse may also be prone to issues. Make an effort to communicate more and go out together. Avoid venting your temper on your partner, as it can easily affect the relationship's quality. This is especially significant for male Monkeys. (For a more accurate metaphysical calculation, one's specific birth year, month, day, and hour details are essential. Those interested may contact a master. Friends overseas are also welcome for online consultations.) Monthly Fortune (Gregorian Months): February: A month where you may easily feel isolated and helpless externally. If you are in sales, treat this as a month to build networks and channels. Patience will yield opportunities. Temporary wins or losses do not determine the final outcome. Petty people are particularly numerous this month; avoid them and their gossip sessions to prevent unnecessary trouble and disputes for the entire year. Also, be cautious not to overly trust others' information, as misleading intelligence may appear. March: As long as you did not discuss others behind their backs at gatherings in February (metaphysics observes cause and effect), and if you worked hard on your work plans in February, you will see your leadership support you at critical moments, making your February efforts worthwhile. This is a month with many benefactors. Make good use of it to request the support you need from your superiors. Internal support is a crucial factor for successfully handling work developments this year. April: Pressure increases. Although some illusions may make you think tasks can be completed, leave room for yourself when reporting progress; do not be overconfident and guarantee completion. Of course, give your all to projects you undertake. If you attend funerals this month, you might encounter people with destructive intent. If possible, avoid attending funerals. Get more rest and do not overexert yourself mentally. May: This is the harvest period for work, a month where you are likely to receive rewards under incentive mechanisms. The weakness: if you travel, watch over the health and safety of your family. Health is also prone to fatigue; hence the earlier advice to rest more in April. June: When outside, you will encounter opportunities that elevate your work status. Make an effort to meet old, uncontacted friends and clients. They can be your benefactors, helping you "clear mines" and solve problems. The weakness: do not violate company regulations this month, as it is very easy to be discovered and penalized. July : Following June's luck, you will feel fortune is good, with many benefactors. Guard against situations being disrupted by suddenly appearing third parties. Maintain good confidentiality to maximize the advantages of this month. August : Do not let emotions cloud your judgment. Use wisdom, not brute force, to solve problems. Issues can be resolved satisfactorily under your planning. At social gatherings, mask your mood; do not let others, especially unfamiliar acquaintances, remember you as unfriendly. A simple smile in crowds can help solve many problems in the coming months. September: Matters causing you pressure can easily find solutions with benefactors' help. Communicate more with younger and female colleagues to gather unknown intelligence. Be cautious of being set up, as problems may erupt in October. Do not be greedy for credit; steadily maintain your work and handle tasks within your capability. October : Work suggestions and problem-solving measures you proposed in the past will begin to show results, earning recognition, rewards, and increased authority. The weakness: official procedures will consume considerable time. Handle them carefully. November : Be careful about your spending to avoid being misled and suffering losses. Also, watch your health; seek medical attention if unwell. The benefit: both major and minor problems are easily resolved satisfactorily. December: When handling official business externally, do not create discord with the senior personnel you are dealing with, or you may suffer significant losses. January 2027: As everyone prepares for the new year, take this month to send thank-you messages to those who helped and cared for you this year, letting them know you are grateful. This can help you avoid major ups and downs and prevent others from making things difficult for you. That concludes the sharing. Wishing all friends who read this post good luck in the coming Year of the Horse. Remember, during times of good fortune, make an effort to help vulnerable groups and bring sunshine into their lives

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