Chinese New Year is arriving on Feb 16. This 2018 we will be celebrating the Year of the Dog. The Dog is the 11nth animal with 12 Chinese Zodiac Signs. According to the Chinese Horoscope Calendar, 2018 is the year of the Earth Dog.
The Dog is man’s best friend. The Chinese consider the Dog a prosperous animal. It’s because the animal understands the human spirit and respects their master regardless of wealth or status. The loyal creature is also a symbol of intelligence and protection. The prospect of the new year gives us hope and a fresh start.
This 2018 would bring about a lot of change in our lives, from lifestyle, finance to relationships. Because the dog is loyal as well as a protector, expect 2018 to be a harmonious year of unity and understanding – only if you put the work in it. Here are a few things to have and look out for if you wish to have a harmonious and luck Year of the Earth Dog.
People Born Year of the Dog
If you were born in 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994 and 2006, your Chinese Zodiac is the Dog. People who were born in the Year of the Dog are usually loyal, responsible, clever, courageous, and lively. The same quality traits as the animal. But like every other person, you come with a set of weakness you need to overcome.
Dogs are sometimes sensitive, conservative, stubborn, and emotional which can get in the way of their decisions. Celebrities and public figures with the Chinese Zodiac Dog include Winston Churchill, Bill Clinton, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, Ellen Degeneres, Billy Crawford, and Paolo Ballesteros.
Lucky Colors and Colors to Avoid this Year of the Earth Dog
This year’s lucky colors are green, red, and purple. Since it’s the Year of the Earth Dog, it’s also connected to the color brown. The color brown is an earthly color same with beige. Having a touch of these Earthly tones represent stability, safety, and loyalty. You don’t have to wear these lucky colors from head to toe. It would be nice to have a little touch of it on your wardrobe though. Because if you overdo it with the lucky colors the luck will backfire. It can become restrictive and constraining.
But there are also a few colors you might want to avoid this year. This year’s unlucky colors are blue, white, and gold. If you do wear any of these colors make sure you have a touch of Earthly tones to balance it out.
Lucky Numbers
Year of the Earth Dog lucky numbers is three, four, and nine. It doesn’t mean you’ll immediately win the lottery if your ticket hast these numbers. The number three is a lucky number in Chinese culture because it sounds similar to the Chinese character of “birth.” While the number four is considered as an unlucky number for the Chinese, as the word for death sounds similar to the number. But the number four can also be linked to fortune.
Nine, on the other hand, is regarded as one of the luckiest numbers. The number represents means everlasting, longevity and eternality. There’s also a few unlucky numbers to seek clear off this year. The numbers one, six, and seven are considered unlucky for the Year of the Dog. Even though six is also regarded as a lucky number, it’s not the case for this year. Seven is associated with the word “gone,” it’s a very unlucky number for the Chinese.
What Each Sign Should Expect This year
Most people would think being born in the Year of the Dog would automatically mean they are the lucky ones. In fact, if you are the companion of someone who was born in the year of the Dog, you are the lucky one. So let’s take a look what 2018 has in store for the other Zodiac signs during this year.
If you were born Year of the Dragon, Goat or Rooster you might want to consider slowing down for a while. The Earth Dog has a slower pace which might seem frustrating at first but it will teach you patience. In the end, it will benefit you.
The Dog is considered an independent yet loving creature so if you were born Year of the Horse, Tiger, and Ox your love lives will have a positive development. This 2018, you will find someone to share your lives with. If your sign is Rat or Pig, your love life might not be the main focus but your finance is.
People who were born the year of the Rat and Pig will expect a huge pay off for their hard work. Meanwhile, other signs are going to have to go through a few obstacles. If you were born the year of the Snake, Monkey, and Dog have a few lessons they need to learn this year. Especially for the Dog when it comes to health concerns. But it’s nothing like a change of lifestyle and exercising won’t fix.
If you were born in any of three signs mentioned, don’t worry your lessons and bumps will benefit you in the end. All you need to is keep your relationships close, steer clear of distractions, and know you will learn from mistakes.