2022 壬寅 Annual Luck Analysis by the 12 Earth Branches (Chinese Animal Zodiac)

The next solar year i.e. Ren Yin (壬寅) year is not too far ahead as we are now in the start of the Ninth Lunar Month of the Metal OX Chinese Lunar Calender.  This means we are almost at the end of Autumn and the Ox month in and Ox year is just round the corner at the last bit before the Spring emergence Tiger year begins.  There is a specific significance with a double Xin Chou 辛丑 appearing after a long long time like a 辛巳 stem appearing for the United States. [Note: Reflect upon 1941 and 2001 major events, Hmmm – the 20^th year Anniversary programme over National Geographic Channel just reminded us last month]. A quick check on the calendar shows the start of the lunar new year a,k.a. “chu yi’ 初一is also is a bit earlier than the Solar new year a.k.a. “lap chun” (立春 – Li Chun) on 1 Feb and 4 Feb 2022 respectively. So, let’s go to the “meat and bones” of this annual luck thingy.

In Chinese Astrology circles, the commonly used method to predict and forecast annual luck and fortune is using the Annual Shen Sha for each of the 12 Earth Branches (“EB”) according to year of birth in their annual or yearly luck forecasts for individuals. The 12 Earth Branches are also known as the 12 Chinese Animal Zodiac signs. We should bear in mind that there are hundreds of millions of people that have the same Chinese Animal Zodiac sign as us. Putting aside differing birth, parentage and background environments, country, landscape, demographics etc., how does one get to a more customized to a specific person’s forecast? This article explains the Annual Shen Sha approach and its usage to see what is in store for one in the upcoming Ren Yin (壬寅) 2022 year.

The traditional way is to read the annual luck based on year of birth but nowadays we do use the day pillar’s earth branch as a reference as it denotes the self and/or spouse while the year Earth Branch denotes one’s nuclear family or grandparents generally.  It is to be noted that the Annual Shen Sha stars are different from the Shen Sha stars used for reading a Natal Bazi chart although some stars by virtue of similar names appear in both sets e.g. Sky Horse (移马).

Yang Water on Heaven Stem with Tiger in earth branch is a Heaven Producing Earth formation with Water on top and Wood at bottom. Some traditional masters describe this as “Heaven Grow Earth” or Gan Sheng Zhi 干生支 configuration. Hence, the effectiveness of the Water Stem is reduced. Nevertheless, there are 3 hidden stems in the Tiger which would be of use. It is also the branch representing the Growth phase of Fire. And any fire-related endeavours can gain a foothold in line with the upcoming and some say now already Li離 Period 9 era. Since 2022 is Yang Water on Tiger year, we analyse the Yin (寅) EB first.

A.  Analysis for those born on Tiger (寅) days

There are no positive stars whereas there are 5 negative stars.

This Earth Branch has the Hidden Corpse (伏尸) is also known as lying corpse. The subject is not advisable to travel a great distance or far for there may be misfortune or disaster. Illness or disease is also possible as well as accidents. Females have to be wary of encountering bad luck relating to health. Generally, it means losing your direction, or forsaking ambitions. The Tai Sui star (太岁) is 1 year of going against the norm, swimming against the tide. When meet favorable stars would be favorable. If meet unfavorable stars, would have an obstacle-ridden path or face extreme difficulty, making unfortunate events likely. As there would be a tendency to be spending a lot, choose to spend wisely to gain knowledge & memories. The Peeling Head star (披头) – Pi Tou increases the risk of a family member suffering a health condition. Therefore, do take note of anyone at home feeling less than normal. It’s a sign that one should pay more attention to and spend more time with loved ones. The Earth Killing Sha (地煞) – Di Sha, denotes problems and setbacks derailing one’s plans. There would hiccups and obstacles along the work-related projects and plans. Sword Edge or Sword Tip (剑锋) star as some would call it when meet good stars, would have authority, boldness & braveness. When meet bad stars, would signify having to undergo surgery or enduring cuts. The sharp point of a sword can be a useful tool to cut (positive) or a punishing weapon to face (negative). It implies cuts and injuries in addition to stress and depression.

Overall Rating: Inauspicious

B.  Analysis for those born on Rabbit (卯) Days

There is 1 positive star and 3 negative stars. The positive star is Tai Yang (太阳) The Tai Yang is the Sun. It is the brightest in light. All is smooth is well. Nobleman is there to assist. The subject is supported, promoted or sponsored by Nobleman. With the Tai Yang, several negative stars’ effects can be offset. Some call it the Ip-Man (叶问) star for its ability to “fight” the “bad guys”. Therefore, it’s about being a saviour and helping others solve their problems and uplifting oneself at the same time.

The Year Sha Star (年煞) Nian Sha indicates that you may be involved in some quarrels. It denotes that you will need to be sensible and grounded in order to deal with difficult situations. The Sky Emptiness Star – Tian Kong (天空) causes feelings of loneliness and isolated in the subject’s social sphere, causing them some emotional turbulence. With the shrouding negativity of the star, it is also likely that they may experience some form offinancial loss this year. Salty Pool (咸池) – Xian Chi, denotes that the subject has indirect peach blossom luck and is flamboyant. It is the star of temporary love (short-term relationships. However, Xian Chi only gives you temporary love luck with possibility of you flirting or others flirting with you. Such relationships tend not to last. Generally, it brings short term encounters.

Overall Rating: Auspicious.

C.  Analysis for those born on Dragon (辰) Days

There are no positive stars while there are 5 negative stars.

The Month Sha (月煞) – Yue Sha, causes extra and excessive worrying. The subject counters mother or senior family members. This is related to the Bazi month pillar which signifies someone older than the natal chart owner. Sky Crying (天哭) – Tian Ku, makes one sensitive and teary-eyed, being easily affected by events around them. Their emotions would be unstable and prone to anxiety attacks and general feelings of restlessness. Females are likely to cry without any reason when Tian Ku is present in the constellation. There is Di Sang (地丧) – Earth Funeral and Funeral Door (丧门) – Sang Men which denote the native would encounter funerals or death events (or mourning for elders). Affliction by these 2 stars is indicative of death of a closed one, to wear funeral clothes somewhat. The subject is advised against visiting hospitalized friends and relatives and also attending too many funerals. The one should pay attention to the health condition of the elderly at home. Leopard Tail (豹尾) – Bao Wei star causes the individual’s mood and spirit to be absent minded (blur) and uneasy, troubled and disturbed. There is a possibility of losing money or valuables due to carelessness.

Overall Rating: Inauspicious

D.  Analysis for those born on Snake (巳) Days

There is 1 favorable star and 6 negative stars. The sole favourable star is the Tai Yin (太阴) being the Moon Star, is a Nobleman star. Veering towards females and also known as the mother star, the subject can get help from powerful female figures. Entrepreneur-ship opportunities would be available for you to take action upon.

The Hook Spirit star (勾神) – Gou Shen, causes upsets to work and relationships. Make sure you communicate clearly and avoid using harsh or hurtful words. To mitigate, work slowly and steadily by putting things clearly documented to overcome mis-communication & unpredictable nature of others. The Piercing Rope star (贯索) – Guan Suo, causes one to be overly aggressive and forceful in pursuit of wealth, leading to gossips and arguments with those around him, negative rumours included. The Six Harms Star (六害) – Liu Hai, brings about loneliness and isolation that leads to moodiness and ill-tempers. Though one is not necessarily ostracized and cut-off per se, this star tends to nudge you into the anxiety zone, It may fester into depression as well as cause disagreements or ill wills or magnify trivial matters into something serious, more so amongst the “Six (6) Relatives” 六亲. Death God (亡神) – Wang Shen is an annoying star. He is also likely to lose some personal belongings, such as wallet, passport, mobile phone or keys (some personal property). The Triple Punishment Star (三刑) – San Xing, indicates clashes with family members. Persons under this sign need to treat those individuals with care and avoid getting involved in foolish quarrels. Remember, that you always have a choice to step away peacefully. The Lonesome star (孤辰) – Gu Chen denotes uneasiness，not peaceful relationship with spouse or strains with spouse. It also means loneliness and bad moods. The subject should get some fresh air more often to feel less depressed.

Overall Rating: Fair

E.  Analysis for those born on Horse (午) Days

There are 3 favourable stars and 4 negative stars. The San Tai（三台）or Three Stages star is of Imperial Examination success, fame and rise to authority (官). ). This star opens doors for career and wealth endeavors. The Golden Lock star (金匮) – Jin Gui, indicates that the subject has a good career or business. Folks born under this sign would have capacity to accumulate wealth for the year. This includes easy access to favours, borrowings and chances to increase one’s bank balance. The General Star (将星) – Jiang Xing denotes the subject having some form of authority and status or power if join bodies of authorities. Athlete or movement related sports alike. It is a star of authority and indicates improving one’s social status.

The Year Charm (年苻) – Nian Fu and Five Ghosts (五鬼) means the subject has to be vary of annoyance from petty people and even suffer loss of wealth from gossips and arguments. The subject could be hurt, encumbered and burdened by actions of the petty people (小人). Officer Charm (官符) – Guan Fu star points to some legal complications. One needs to be extra sharp in signing documents and contracts to avoid being caught up in an in-escapable disadvantageous deal. Flying Charm (飞符) – Fei Fu connotes being restrained, restricted or held hostage by thugs or brigands. The individual would have problems with documentation and personal effects or would be careless in handling them. He is also likely to face fines, penalties and forfeiture, taxes and duties. Also means unexpected lawsuits, arguments and gossips.

Overall Rating: Auspicious

F.  Analysis for those born on Goat (未) Days

There are 3 favourable stars and 3 negative stars. The Monthly Virtue Star – Yue De (月德) indicates support and assistance from Noble People. It brings about new relationships with are helpful and supportive. Try to meet like-minded people who could offer insights on improving career, business and wealth. It also bears the positive effects of mitigating the inauspiciousness of the year to bring about good outcomes. . Sky Happiness – Tian Xi (天喜) is the star of relationship proper, meaning the subject would meet someone to develop a long-term relationship that might end up in marriage. It brings desirable long-term love relationships. The Climb/Pulling Saddle star (攀鞍) indicates that the subject would benefit from travels, movement, relocations and shifting. He can seek fortunes and build life or business expansion into foreign lands. Minimally, one has to move out of his comfort zone to reap benefits. Exploring new fields and places would be beneficial.

On the negative stars’ side, the Lesser Consumer Star (小耗) indicates possibility of financial losses arising from cheated or taken for a ride or simply extravagant spending. This implies that your lack control in your own area finances. As such, you will need to be more aware of your money matters and stick closely to your own set budgets. The Death Charm star – Si Fu (死符) is a reminder to not neglect those that have been in your life for a long time that you may take them for granted. This is especially so for the male elders in the family. The Yellow Flag Star Huang Fan(黄幡) is a magnet for injuries and accidents thus, posing threats to your physical well-being. Take extra care when handling metal objects or when partaking in physical activities such as outdoor sports. You should try to stay away from negative or risky environments.

Overall Rating: Auspicious

G.  Analysis for those born on Monkey (申) Days

There are 5 favourable stars and 6 negative stars. Di Jie (地解) can dissipate negative energy into good (Nobleman). It can suppress numerous types of negative energies. It can also handle adverse luck i.e. can逢凶化吉turning them positive. The Relief God – Jie Shen (解神) has the ability to smooth over difficult events and turn negatives ones into positive outcomes. Conflicts would be resolved and you have what it takes to overcome any obstacle that comes across your path be it financial, relationship or health issues. The same goes for the Sky Relief star (天解) Tian Jie which is also with this animal sign this year. Tian Ma – Sky Horse (天马) which is also known as Yi Ma (移马), this star alludes to travels or ventures in foreign land or a place away from one’s home base or hometown. This could be due to a job work or assignment. It should be considered as a useful experience to further one’s career in future. Therefore, one should make the most of the travelling opportunities and experience. The Eight Seats star (八座) Ba Zuo is of Imperial Examination success, fame and rise to authority (官). Do favourably in exams. It indicates enhanced or elevated social status. Would enjoy better social status and have good luck of recognition and fame. In today’s world, it would be about gaining fame, popularity and succeeding as an Influencer, (perhaps).

The Broken Star – Po Sui (破碎) indicates that communication breakdown that may negatively impact your reputation and image. It could also be false rumours spread by others that adversely affects your social standing. The Instability Star (浮沉) Fou Chen, causes the subject’s mood or state of mind to be uneasy and restless. All matters are unstable, shaky. It’s a burdensome, toiling, void, collapsing and ruining star. This sha means going back and forth, slowing down progress and making luck unstable. It literally means “floating and sinking”. It adds to insecurity and uncertainty to the subject’s luck. Da Hao (大耗) – Great Consumer star, implies that the subject’s wealth is wasted and lost. Its effect is bigger and worse than Xiao Hao (Lesser Consumer Star). It is the star of major financial loss. Sui Po indicates turbulence and upheavals lead to breakage, damage, wastage and losses. To alleviate, just execute plans to big some big ticket items which were on the afterburner. Year Breaker (岁破) – Sui Po indicates turbulence and upheavals lead to breakage, damage, wastage and losses. Plans would fail. People matters would be uneasy. Lan Gan (兰干) is the star of hindrance and is obstructive (blocking). It indicates troubles brought upon by gossips and legal disputes or imprisonment, trapped feeling woes. To alleviate, posture yourself to move away from an overly negative mindset. Blood Knife (血刃) – Xue Dao denotes the subject would encounter blood related accidents or mishaps. It may also surgery, operation or frequent visits to the hospital. It means cuts and wounds on the subject’s limbs. Need to watch out for traffic to avoid car accidents. It is the unlucky star of injury.

Overall Rating: Auspicious

H.  Analysis for those born on Rooster (酉) Days

There are 2 favourable stars and 4 negative stars. The Dragon Virtue star (龙德) Long De, since it is residing in the same domain as Emperor Star, the subject would attain power, authority and status. Can resolve dangerous situations and turn things around. Emperor Star (紫微) Zi Wei, has “Meet unfortunate, dissipate into good” qualities. This Nobleman star can suppress numerous types of negatives. One can expect to have some abundance in wealth inflows and be honourable this year.

Brutal Defeat (暴败) star, Bao Pai denotes that the subject would go through a perverse, unreasonable and outrageous spell leading to destruction and failure. The Dark Sky Star (天厄) – Tian E star indicates the subject via non-human means (i.e. Spirits), directly or indirectly induces or causes calamity, misfortune or unfortunate events. The Broken Star – Po Sui (破碎) indicates that communication breakdown that may negatively impact your reputation and image. It could also be false rumours spread by others that adversely affects your social standing. The Barrier (的煞) – De Sha indicates that the subject faces court cases or lawsuits, being robbed or plundered. It is also indicative of harming or countering relatives or suffering from muscle problems.

Overall Rating: Auspicious.

I.  Analysis for those born on Dog (戌）Days

There are no favourable stars while there are 5 negative stars.

For White Tiger star (白虎) Bai Hu, this star indicates that during the year, the subject should avoid travelling and movement. Accidents, spillage of blood, disease or hidden ailments might also occur. The Great Sha star (大煞) Da Sha denotes that one has to be conservative in spending and to avoid gambling excessively. Poor choices could lead to loss of revenue and higher expenditure. The Flying Lian (飞廉) – Fei Lian star indicates bad luck, accidents or misfortune flying into the subject’s path. It could mean being hit by falling objects. The Sky Warrior Star (天雄) Tian Xiong, brings about communication breakdowns. Hence, you are likely to give others the wrong impression of yourself, causing misunderstandings amongst the people around you. Elegant Seal star (华盖) Hua Gai is seen as a mixed nature star this year as it denotes lonesome talents and solitariness making one easily misunderstood and preferring to be alone and isolated. However, within isolation, great ideas can be conceived and brought to life.

Overall Rating: Inauspicious

J.  Analysis for those born on Hai (亥) Days

There are 3 favourable stars and 3 negative stars. Fortune Star (福星) Fu Xing signifies fortune, prosperity and longevity. However, it cannot neutralize the negative stars but can only enhance the positive ones. Brings powerful people to your help. the Heavenly Virtue Star (天德) Tian De would help you remove obstacles and challenges in your life by dispersing the bad energy into good energy. The presence of Noble People in your life would dissipate the surrounding negativity turning them to positive. In short, someone is looking after you and they’ve got your back covered. Sui He (岁合) is present in Pig Palace. It means chart’s Year branch has hidden combination with Annual Pillar. One can make a lot of friends and contacts. A partnership with good parties would bring good tidings. Association and partnerships with bad parties would bring misfortune and problems. If it’s a favorable combination with the Annual Pillar branch, it would bring powerful people to help you. The subject would find things more stable and go more smoothly when encountering this favorable star.

The Crossing Sha (绞煞) Jiao Sha and Curled Tongue Star (啳舌) Luan She are present. These 2 negative stars indicate outside interference in your interpersonal relationships with rumours and gossips. If you are not careful, you could fall into potential legal issues and complications. The stance you should adopt is to avoid getting involved into the hearsays and gossips as it will only bring you unnecessary troubles. The Robbery Sha– Jie Sha (劫煞) causes the subject to be robbed of wealth and does not meet much returns in his path. On both ways, it is a loss of monies or wealth. The subject would lose money because of friends. Advisable to not lend too much money to anyone, bad debts are likely. Unexpected financial loss may happen out of the blue.

Overall Rating: Inauspicious

K.   Analysis for those born on Rat (子) Days

There are no favourable stars while there are 3 negative stars.

The Funeral Guest star (吊客) i.e. Diao Ge signifies that the subject would encounter funerals or death events (or mourning for elders). It is best not to visit the sick at hospitals. The Sky Dog (天狗) – Tian Gou, is a loss and wastage star. In addition to defects, drawbacks and blemishes, it also indicates injuries, cuts and scars. There is likelihood of loss of wealth due to theft (stolen by others) or mishaps and accidents. When it comes to Calamity Sha (災煞) – Zai Sha, the subject may encounter obstacles, hurdles and setbacks. With unexpected causes or reasons, one faces difficulty and troubles.

Overall Rating: Fair

L.  Analysis for those born on Ox (丑) days

There are 2 positive stars while there are 4 negative stars. The Mo Yue or Surpassing Path Star (陌越) is indicative of enhanced social status. However, the drawback is that it would make one restless, worried and anxious. Therefore, being mindful of such negative thoughts is paramount to maintain one’s mental peace for the year. What one should do is to try to maintain a good balance between work and personal life to keep the worries at bay. Under the influence of the Red Phoenix star (红鸾) – Hong Luan, the subject has happy marriage luck and there is celebration this year. In middle age, there are happy events after happy events. It brings excellent love luck and also enhances interpersonal relationship which indirectly helps career luck. It is the most powerful star of relationship for both romantic relationship and general interpersonal relationship.

The Swallow Trap star (吞陷) – Tun Xian, forewarns that one should be careful with his money and be cautious when it comes to lending and borrowing it. He is strongly advised to manage his finances well and be very cautious when making large significant transactions and to avoid large risky investments. For Heaven/Sky Sha (天煞) – Tian Sha, the subject counters father or senior family members. One should not perceive this as too much of a problem because the star signifies that one should be always open to changes in favour of new options. The Sickness Charm (病符) – Bing Fu, suggests that the subject has ill health. Body lacks peace or is uneasy. It marks of prevailing sickness and indicative of possible surgery and operations. It is a minor sickness star. Normally, it is not serious unless in prevailing sickness year. The Gu Xu star (孤虚) – Gu Xu is a star which has similar effects as the Lonesome Star (Gu Chen). The minor difference is that it has a more melancholic effect to it. One has to look at the bright side of things to alleviate oneself from it.

Overall rating: Auspicious

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So, there you have it for you Bazi enthusiasts out there, happy analyzing with the Annual Shen Sha method!

If you have any queries and comments, leave them here with your contact details. And enjoy your countdown to the upcoming Metal Tiger year and commence your preparations (for those who want to get more bang outa their 老虎 year!).

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