Annual Forecast & Feng Shui Remedies for 2007 : Yin Red Fire Pig Year - Rooster Sign (Chinese Zodiac

The Chinese Zodiac Astrology is ancient, interesting, accurate and loved by millions across the world. The Chinese Zodiac is based on cyclic concept of time : a cycle of 12 years, repeated again and again. The 12 Years are associated with 12 Celestial Animals : Rat (or Mouse on Mongoose), Ox (or Buffalo or Bull or Cow), Tiger, Rabbit (or Hare or Cat), Dragon, Snake (or Serpent), Horse, Goat (or Sheep or Ram), Monkey, Rooster (or Hen or Cock or Chicken or Phoenix), Dog and Pig (or Boar or Hog). The animal names occasionally differ with the Oriental Country they originate. The Chinese Yearly Horoscopes are basically built around these 12 Animal Signs.

Your Chinese Astrological Zodiac Animal Sign is directly based on the Chinese Lunar Year of Birth that you were born. The Chinese New Year is mobile and could start anywhere between 21st January and 20th February, depending upon the year. If your Date of Birth falls into any of the following Chinese Lunar Years, then, because you are born in the Year of the Rooster (or Hen or Cock or Chicken or Phoenix), you are symbolically identified by your Celestial Animal, the "Rooster (or Hen or Cock or Chicken or Phoenix)" :

From 22 Jan 1909 to 09 Feb 1910

From 08 Feb 1921 to 27 Jan 1922

From 26 Jan 1933 to 13 Feb 1934

From 13 Feb 1945 to 01 Feb 1946

From 31 Jan 1957 to 17 Feb 1958

From 17 Feb 1969 to 05 Feb 1970

From 05 Feb 1981 to 24 Jan 1982

From 23 Jan 1993 to 09 Feb 1994

From 09 Feb 2005 to 28 Jan 2006

In Chinese Hsia Calender, 2007 is the 4704th year and significantly, is also the fourth year of the New Feng Shui Land Luck Cyclic Period 8. The forthcoming new Chinese Lunar Year is from 18th February 2007 to 6th February 2008. The next Chinese New Year, the Yang Earth Rat will begin on 7th February 2008.

Enjoy the Annual Forecasts and learn about the suggested Feng Shui & Crystal Remedies that you may need for the coming "New Lunar Year 2007 : Ding Hai, the Year of the Yin Red Fire Pig" :

CAREER An year of recovery. While 2007 will be better than 2006, you still have many obstacles in your path. You lack enthusiasm, will not feel like working hard and would slack off frequently. If you stay disillusioned with last year and the current lack of progress, you will fail. Pull yourself together, seek advice and help from your boss, mentor or parents to regain your status. Take the initiatives boldly, be tolerant with colleagues, follow your benefactor's suggestions, pursue your path with determination and you will see your luck evolving slowly but steadily. Competition and work pressure will pile up, but proceed as planned with total focus and concentration. Your personal skills and strengths will be put to test in hostile environments. There will be last minute hitches. Some of you will even expand business and venture abroad too. Voluntary changes will open up more doors. If self-employed, think of diversifying. If you are employee, consider career switch or job change or internal departmental transfer. But promotions could bring more severe responsibilities. Do not get into arguments or disputes in the office. Avoid confrontation with your enemies and ignore rumours. Display the statue of the Mentor Kuan Kung in the North West for protection and timely guidance. A good year to expand your social networking and add to your many friends. If you are in the creative industries like drawing, painting, dance, arts, poetry, professional writing, etc., you will do better than others. In 2007, you are being "eyed" by certain shady, scheming characters - display the icon or genuine photo of the White Tiger, for your personal safety.

MONEY A strangled inflow of money is further depleted by unexpected and unwanted expenses. Do not make impulsive and large purchases. Be prudent and plan an advanced budget to get you through these testing times. Do not indulge in shortcuts to earn quick money - you will end up in legal problems. Invest more on Health Insurance Policies. Stay away from speculative schemes and gambling - you hardly have any windfall luck this year. Be careful when signing documents and do not act as guarantor for anybody. Keep a set of Dragon & Phoenix Coins along with a set of "Four Guardian Kings" Coins with your main cash.

HEALTH Worries will spoil your mental health. Relax, unwind and meditate. Seek medical help immediately if you get any of these problems : microbic and viral infections, respiratory problems, persistent cough, sinus, aching body or spinal discomfort. An elderly family member might pass away. If you were born in 1969, have a thorough eye checkup. If you were born in 1945, you may have to undergo surgery this year. If you are a female born in 1969 or a female born in 1981, you could face gynaecological problems. If you were born in February, you are prone to injuries in the limbs, tendons and bones.

LOVE Not a good year to marry. Singles should extend their courtship period patiently through to next year. Married Roosters, while being alert, should also continue to trust their spouse and ignore the gossips. Resist the temptation of unfaithfulness. If your personality is challenged by your life partner, assert your independence without domination. To avoid pessimism and depression from disrupting marital harmony, consider shifting your home or devote fully to raising a new garden. Place a pair of Pink Mandarin Ducks in the South West of your bedroom.

STUDIES Total focus and sustained efforts are needed to make even the modest progress. Do not resort to short-cuts or cheating during exams : you will end up disgracing yourself and face stiff penalties. Wear an Amethyst Crystal Pendant around your neck.

Birthstone : Topaz Good Relationships with : Ox, Snake and Dragon, for 2007 Conflicts with : Rabbit, Dog and Rooster, for 2007 Polarity Force : More Yang Lucky Numbers : 1, 5, 6, 12, 15, 16, 24 and 51 Zodiac Protector : Bu Dong Ming Wang or Ahalanatha Vidyaraja (Sanskrit)

A NOTE ABOUT REMEDIES :

The above analysis has suggested some remedies/cures for reducing the impact of negative energy and has recommended certain enhancers for increasing and improving upon the beneficial energy of the year. For the remedies/enhancers to be effective, they should be cleansed, energised, blessed and programmed not only for the particular individual/family but also for the specific purpose/problem. They should also be placed in the indicated location, to derive the maximum benefit. Any or all of these remedies can be reused for the forthcoming new years, but they may have to be repositioned according to the specific new year.

Janarrdhana Guptha is an Energy Consultant, Kabbalah Energy Numerologist, Crystal Master & Clairvoyant Karma Reader. His speciality is permanent Karma Energy Correction through custom-built Crystal Energy Fields. His E-Mail : crystalvaastu@yahoo.com. His website :www.crystal-vaastu.com/home.htm & www.newage-kabbalah-numerology.com

Decorate Your Bathroom Using Feng Shui

For some people their bathroom is just the room where they get ready for the day, eliminate waste, and store their hygiene products. Still others like to transform their bathroom into a personal spa. While no one likes to talk about it, the bathroom is a vital, necessary part of all homes. For those who practice, or want to practice, Feng Shui in their homes, this room absolutely can?t be ignored. Certain decorating strategies are necessary to ensure that this room is in accord with the ancient Chinese philosophy. While bathrooms weren?t part of the original Feng Shui tradition, since it was created before indoor plumbing, you can still arrange your bathroom to complete the benefits involved in Feng Shui. Feng Shui and bathroom design will further provide a calm, soothing home for all of the occupants.

The good news is that in Feng Shui and bathroom usage, the bathroom is closely related to the element of water. Let?s face it; the majority of purposes in the bath are connected to water in one way or another. Water represents cash flow and prosperity in addition to the career aspect of life and prosperity. Ensuring that this room is designed in the Feng Shui tradition can help improve those areas of your life tremendously.

On the other hand, it can?t be ignored that the bathroom is also used for elimination. Whether it is through the toilet or down the shower drain, this room is used for getting rid of toxins. Luckily when the proper Feng Shui and bathroom practices are followed, you can reduce the effects of negative chi, while increasing the helpful water element.

The first thing that needs to be done to Feng Shui friendly your bathroom is to give the room a thorough cleaning. Products sitting on the sink or the back of the toilet need to find a proper home if they are essential to your hygiene. If not, it?s time to get rid of the unnecessary items. Clutter is counterproductive to a good chi flow, and especially in the bathroom it is vital to keep this space debris free. Don?t forget to include under the sink and any linen closets in this process. They count too, and leaving them unorganized is not going to help you in combining good Feng Shui and bathroom d?cor.

Now that you have the bathroom clean and ready for its Feng Shui makeover, let?s talk colors. There is no need to go overboard on elaborate color schemes. Bright colors are distracting and not beneficial to the Feng Shui and bathroom design. Your best bets are neutral colors like cream and light blue. If that isn?t going to work for you, at least use a color that is relaxing and muted.

As far as the fixtures in the bathroom go, it is very important that they are all in excellent working order. Leaking facets represent your money and prosperity flowing down the drain. Be sure the sink and bath tub facets shut off effectively. Noisy drains are an issue as well. If you have a problem with any of these plumbing issues, and can?t fix them yourself, don?t hesitate to call in a professional to get you started on your way. Feng Shui and bathroom maintenance work best when all of the fixtures are working properly.

The non water element fixtures serve a purpose as well. For example the mirror should be as large as the space above the sink allows. Since you prepare for your day in the bathroom, it is important for you to have a clear, bright vision of yourself every day. The recent trend of placing a mirror split in two in the bathroom isn?t in touch with good Feng Shui and bathroom design.

It is essential to make sure your bathroom is as pleasant as possible. This is one of the most effective ways to ensure that the negative aspects of the bathroom are controlled and don?t cause any problems with the flow of positive chi. The use of crystals is helpful in creating and activating good energy.

Another thing to watch out for is if your bathroom is opposite your kitchen. It doesn?t take a genius to determine why this is not good for the flow of chi. If you do find yourself in this type of situation, the easiest solution is to always keep the bathroom door closed. It is also beneficial to leave the toilet lid down when not in use. Anything you can do to keep the negative chi from escaping into the kitchen and the rest of the house is a step in the right direction.

Feng Shui and bathroom design and placement are an important part of providing your family with a harmonious environment. Color choices and fixture maintenance are essential in allowing a positive energy flow.

Candace Czarny,ASID,CFM,LEED AP, "Award Winning" Interior Designer, Feng Shui Expert & author. www.artofplacement.com is continually ranked "Top 10" in Google and Yahoo. Clients testify of dramatic results!