Feng Shui Bliss with the happy pig and boar
Good news! The year of the Pig is predicted to be peaceful and harmonious. In Chinese astrological forecasts, the year of the Boar is perhaps a bit more yang due to a preference for the more masculine aspects of life. In our western culture we are prepared for the year of the brown pig, with a more yin and feminine character, and governed by the stability and security of the earth element.
Our vision for the coming year must reflect the many positive traits of the pig and wild boar. The boar is quick-witted, smart and determined to keep going. Clear goals and an action plan are crucial to laying the foundation for success in the New Year.
A bon vivant and epicurean, the Pig likes the finer things in life and longs for all to be right on earth.
In the yearly charts of Chinese astrology, the elements are well balanced, with an emphasis on fire and water. The year is ruled by the earth element, which creates a favorable scenario for a nurturing and peaceful environment. According to predictions, the Year of the Pig is full of opportunities to create wealth and prosperity, more so than in recent years.
By emulating the positive traits of the Pig and following basic feng shui principles, we have an optimal chance of fulfilling our personal desires. The Pig is self-indulgent and prefers to relax in comfort and luxury. Personal well-being is essential and the environment must be aesthetically pleasing. The pig personality enjoys tradition and culture with an eye for beauty and good taste. Once basic well-being needs are met, the Pig is altruistic, kind and generous. In the hierarchy of needs, feng shui always advocates that basic needs must be met in order to successfully achieve higher goals.
Shape your Year of the Pig and the Boar with this feng shui recommendation:
• Create an action plan and set clear goals.
• Look at your world with the eyes of an aesthete.
• Provide objects with an aura of symbolic value.
• Discriminate and choose quality nutrition with the experience of an epicure.
• Enjoy sensory experiences involving all five senses.
• Fill your space with the rich sounds of your favorite music.
• Spread frankincense and myrrh, the gifts of the wise with fine aromas.
• Wear red to spark new ideas and increase energy.
• Create your personal spa environment with fluffy towels and aroma oils.
• Thus refreshes and replenishes your energy.
• Use mirrors to reflect your best possessions.
• Use lights to illuminate what is significant and aesthetically pleasing.
• Illuminates dark corners.
• Favor the earth element by clearing the space of the terrestrial sectors of the bagua.
• Enhance the center and display a vase to collect the gifts of the universe.
• Connect with your deeper self by meditating.
• Immerse yourself in the luxurious and comforting.
• And remember, according to Miss Piggy, “the best things in life are free.”
The pig is the 12th and last in the parade of zodiac animals, therefore the action plan must include completion. The end of a cycle is always fertile ground for finishing projects and tying up loose ends. With a clean slate, the future is wide open for renewal and transformation.