2010: Year of the Tiger
The Year of the Tiger roared in on February 13, 2010— the Chinese New Year, 4708. After last year’s slow, plodding Ox energy, the pace of life increases to an exciting new velocity. In Chinese lore, the Tiger is known for its bravery, and is a bold and courageous fighter. Always searching for excitement, the Tiger lives dangerously and often finds itself center stage. A little of the Tiger’s competitive spirit revives our life force energy, giving everything a dazzling, vibrant edge.
To best maximize your efforts in the Year of the Tiger, strive fearlessly toward your goals. Welcome any attention you receive with gratitude and happiness. You deserve to be recognized for your hard work and efforts! Should you find yourself having to fight or compete for a victory, put your game face on and give it all you’ve got.
This is the year to discover and own your strength. The Tiger is a kind and natural leader, as well as a protector. Although ferocious and domineering on the outside, the Tiger is just as noble and distinguished on the inside. Seek your greatest potential through straightforward and continuous efforts—never give up! The old cliché “quitters never win and winners never quit” rings true. Stay determined no matter how frustrated you may get. Remember to honor the persistent and instinctive ways of the Tiger. Let your wild intuition and fearless heart be your guides.
A few things you might trying during a Tiger year:
* Sign up for a team or competitive sport
* Audition for a play, sing live (even karaoke), push yourself beyond your comfort zone
* Work with a life coach or mentor who helps you find your edge
* Take a self-defense, martial arts or assertiveness training course
* Get glamorous headshots taken of yourself
* Sign up to tutor a child from an underprivileged neighborhood
* Sharpen your mind with strategy games, crossword puzzles, or Sudoku
To read more about your Chinese zodiac sign, check out our Chinese Horoscopes!
— Co-written with Abbey Fromkin of Life in Balance Acupuncture
