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Zodiac Sign: Rat (Associated with the Branch Zi) Auspicious Stars: Tang Fu, Tian Chu Maleficent Stars: Sui Po, Da Hao, Tian Ku, Zai Sha

Recent Birth Years of the Rat: • 1924 – Year of Jia Zi (甲子） • 1936 – Year of Bing Zi （丙子） • 1948 – Year of Wu Zi （戊子） • 1960 – Year of Geng Zi (庚子） • 1972 – Year of Ren Zi （壬子） • 1984 – Year of Jia Zi （甲子） • 1996 – Year of Bing Zi （丙子） • 2008 – Year of Wu Zi （戊子） • 2020 – Year of Geng Zi （庚子） An Important Note on Determining Zodiac Signs: A child's zodiac sign for the year is determined by the month of their birth. In traditional metaphysics, the Start of Spring (Li Chun), which falls on February 4th or 5th in the solar calendar, is the definitive boundary for the zodiac change. Therefore, a child is only considered to belong to the new lunar year's zodiac sign *after* the Start of Spring has passed. This clarification is necessary as some publications mistakenly claim the Lunar New Year day itself marks the change, which is misleading. Remember, the Start of Spring is the correct dividing line. Overall Fortune in 2026 According to traditional metaphysics, the Tang Fu star symbolizes power, prestige, career luck, and wealth. In 2026, the Rat's fate palace is blessed with this powerful auspicious star. The influential stars for each zodiac sign rotate annually with the Grand Duke Jupiter (Tai Sui), causing shifts in fortune each lunar new year—similar to the changing fortunes in our Bazi destiny analysis based on the flow of the year. With Tang Fu in the fate palace, those born in the Year of the Rat can expect enhancements in their career, particularly in authority, prestige, and wealth. For Rats in uniformed services or civil service, this year presents opportunities to meet helpful people and encounter situations that can elevate your status and authority. As Tang Fu represents power, those in management may find it easier to get promoted to more authoritative positions. Rats will have the courage and confidence to expand their territories this year, especially those born in 2008 (an Earth year). Since 2026 is a Fire year, and Fire produces Earth, the Tai Sui is supportive of your prospects. Remember to choose your timing wisely, avoiding inauspicious months to navigate challenges successfully. Even for those not in management, this star indicates you will likely gain the trust and reliance of your superiors. You will possess the decisiveness needed to execute assigned tasks. Increased authority often goes hand-in-hand with improved regular income in the modern business world. The other auspicious star, Tian Chu, represents food, blessings, fine dining, and opportunities arising from being treated to meals by benefactors. When invited out this year, make an effort to attend, as this can help alleviate pressures and provide support to overcome challenges. You are likely to meet helpful people in social dining settings who can assist you. Increase your social activities to borrow strength and luck from others. This star also suggests potential for salary and income growth. Combining the influences of these stars, you might meet individuals at banquets or gatherings who can significantly aid your career, potentially helping you seize opportunities for power at critical moments. Therefore, make time for socializing this year. However, 2026 is a Horse Year (Fire element), while the Rat is associated with the Water element. This elemental clash indicates a year where your energy can be easily depleted. You may feel pushed to change by external forces in your personal life and environment. This will likely be a physically demanding year where you feel tired. The best remedy is to sleep early, avoid late nights, and refrain from watching videos until the early hours. Do not overdraft your vital energy; allow your body sufficient time to recharge. This clash also explains why this is a Year of Clashing with Tai Sui for the Rat. The Rat belongs to the water element and the 2026 year is a fire horse year . This make the clash with the current year command star inevitable . Maleficent Stars & Challenges Let's first discuss the maleficent stars in the Rat's fate palace before delving into the Tai Sui's influence. The Sui Po (Year Breaker) star is intrinsically linked to the Tai Sui. It is considered one of the most ferocious malignant stars in Chinese zodiac astrology. Rats should avoid renovations or ground-breaking in the *North* or *South* sectors of their homes this year. The North is the Sui Po sector , and with this star in your fate palace, disturbances there could cause issues. If construction is unavoidable, carefully select an auspicious day from the Tong Shu Red Book (Chinese almanac)—choose a "red" lucky day that is *not* a Rabbit or Horse day—to help mitigate potential problems. While others might get away with disturbing the Tai Sui sector, your fate palace's Sui Po makes you more susceptible. To understand Sui Po, one must first understand Tai Sui: it represents the most revered of the year, the "Jupiter of the Year," and should not be offended. Sui Po is the sector directly opposite the Tai Sui, symbolizing a direct confrontation with authority—a highly inauspicious position. Disturbing this sector is like challenging the emperor, inviting significant trouble. Remember: Do not confront your superiors or elders this year, especially around mid-year and year-end. Otherwise, you may face unfair treatment under their authority. Feng Shui-wise, it's not advisable for people belong to the Rat zodiac to sleep in the North sector this year. If possible, choose the Southeast—the major wealth sector for 2026. In summary, with Sui Po in your fate palace, Rats should be cautious of: • Confronting superiors. • Lawsuits, disputes, backstabbers, failed investments. If a legal dispute hasn't escalated, consider admitting fault and withdrawing. • Travel mishaps, family accidents/illnesses, bloodshed. Avoid booking hotels in high-crime areas. Guard important documents like passports. Be vigilant against theft, even from hotels or vehicles. • Fighting with relatives. Avoid family conflicts to prevent internal drain and financial loss. Keep the Sui Po sector (North) clean, tidy, well-lit, and free of clutter, garbage, or sharp objects. This is a crucial Feng Shui tip. These measures also help address the effects of clashing with Tai Sui. Another maleficent star is Da Hao (Great Loss). This star warns against making rash, all-in investment decisions in volatile ventures this year. The potential for significant financial loss is higher for Rats. Keep your finances secure to face difficulties confidently. Beware of scams, especially those urging you to continually invest more for greater returns—scammers exploit human greed. Always have a contingency plan for major dealings. Manage your finances prudently, avoid high-risk investments, and control major expenditures to prevent severe losses. Expect impacts, turbulence, and opposition, which could lead to sudden financial or career setbacks. Be prepared to let unstable opportunities pass; avoid a "go-for-broke" mentality for the sake of achievement. The Tian Ku (Heavenly Weeping) star brings sadness, worry, and loneliness. Rats may experience low moods, and combined with Da Hao and Sui Po, this emotional state can lead to poor decisions and losses. Distance yourself from emotionally draining people and their negative energy. Don't waste energy on trivial battles; know when to cut losses and withdraw to conserve strength for what truly matters. Don't let strong sadness disrupt your focus at work. Engage in positive exercise to dispel negative emotions. This is a year prone to overthinking; keep your mind occupied—perhaps by reading more. Pay attention to the health of your elders and yourself. Fulfill your responsibilities while managing your emotions. With Zai Sha (Catastrophe) alongside Sui Po, Rats must be vigilant against accidents, illnesses, mishaps, and legal troubles. When traveling, avoid regions prone to natural disasters or high crime rates. This is a year for heightened caution. For a more precise personal forecast, consult a master who can calculate your annual luck based on your complete birth date and hour (Bazi). This is more accurate than zodiac astrology alone. 2026 Monthly Forecast (Based on Solar Months) February: A month with many petty people, amplified by your maleficent stars, potentially impacting your luck. Avoid major decisions. To guard against detractors, avoid placing plants in the West (this year's quarrel sector) of your home during New Year. Place a glass of water in the Southwest, changing it weekly. Guard your speech; avoid gossiping, especially behind backs. Others will talk about you. Keep unnecessary stories to yourself, even with friends. Significant events like major investments should not be decided this month due to the strong influence of Da Hao and Sui Po. Focus your energy on Lunar New Year festivities and family reunions. March: After an unstable February, this month is better for decision-making. Beneficial stars for the month suppress your maleficent stars. Your authority and work performance will shine, gaining recognition from leadership and leading to important assignments. A drawback is potential gossip, avoidable by not complaining about pressure from superiors. Don't overly trust intelligence from opposite-sex colleagues, especially advice urging you to resign. April : Challenges and pressures arise this month, but you are capable. Pay close attention to the health and safety of family elders. Avoid attending non-immediate family funerals, as this can diminish your auspicious star power. Show more care to your partner to prevent feelings of neglect. May: A favorable month for signing quality contracts and receiving customer orders. The weakness is your health; sleep early, wake early, avoid overtime and late-night screen time. Plan your work schedule effectively to seize opportunities and leverage your auspicious stars. June: Your work contributions gain recognition, potentially increasing your authority. With greater power comes greater pressure; avoid complaints when handling important matters. Stay calm and have a Plan B. Avoid nightlife and unsafe areas during business trips or locally. Refrain from risky recreational activities; this is a month prone to accidents. Drive only when well-rested. Don't let success lead to arrogance; stay grateful and humble to navigate this month's challenges. July: Helpful people are willing to support you at work. Report difficulties to leaders and request understanding and resources; they are likely to assist. Avoid people who constantly speak ill of others to save time and energy. August : Moods may be low. Socialize actively and practice empathy to gain perspective. Use a calm mindset to solve problems; don't let emotions dictate your actions, especially during conflicts. September: A month for resolving issues. Your romance luck strengthens, making it a good time to pursue a relationship. Avoid unproductive social gatherings that don't aid your growth, as gossipers might exploit your weaknesses, potentially costing you important projects. October: Be cautious of legal issues. Avoid violating rules and regulations, no matter how much you want to help someone. November: As your status potentially rises, criticism may follow. Don't reveal your weaknesses in October, or you may regret it this month. If traveling, choose safe destinations with good security. Guard your passport closely. December: Be wary of scams while shopping. Monitor your health. This is a year-round reminder to maintain healthy habits and avoid overindulgence. January 2027: Well-laid plans may be disrupted by those in power. Have a backup plan. Sometimes issues arise not from your incompetence but from intentional sabotage. Remember the year's advice: endure and avoid clashing with direct superiors. Don't rely too heavily on powerful individuals or pick fights with past benefactors over minor issues. Control your temper to end the Horse year smoothly. Traditional Remedies for Clashing with Tai Sui 1 . Worship Tai Sui: After the Start of Spring (Feb 3rd/4th, 2026), visit a temple to pay respects to the Year's Tai Sui (Grand Duke Jupiter of Bing Wu - General Wen Zhe) and your own Birth Year Tai Sui (Ben Ming Tai Sui), praying for peace and smoothness. 2 . Wear Red: A traditional practice for those in conflicting years involves wearing red underwear, socks, or belts for luck. *Note: This depends on your Bazi's favorable elements; if your chart dislikes Fire, avoid red. 3 . Carry a Tai Sui Talisman: Purchase and carry a specially designed talisman or amulet (e.g., a Tai Sui charm pouch). 4 . Light Temple Lamps: In Buddhism, lighting a lamp is symbolic of illuminating darkness for a thousand years. 5 . Act Cautiously: Carefully consider major decisions like investments, job changes, or starting a business. 6 . Perform Good Deeds: Accumulate positive karma through acts of kindness, generating positive energy—this is part of the law of cause and effect. The concept of "Clashing with Tai Sui" is a folk tradition, essentially reminding people to approach the new year with greater caution, thorough planning, and a positive attitude to face challenges. There's no need for excessive worry, but maintaining a sense of reverence is wise. The Chinese are a wise people; we understand that no flower stays red for a hundred days.