Shengxiao
Refers to the “Chinese animal zodiac” and is a repeating cycle of 12 years, with each year being represented by an animal and its attributes.
Years may pass, but your Chinese zodiac stays the same and follows as you grow – secretly playing a large role in your life. From your personality to your morals, each animal refers to not only the year you were born, but the beliefs that have been attributed to your animal for generations.
While these zodiacs don’t make up every part of your life, they do explain certain aspects at times. There are definitely ways to implement Feng Shui practices when thinking about your animal. Embrace those positive qualities and highlight on elements that can make the energy around you much stronger.
Which zodiac are you?
RAT | 2008, 1996, 1984, 1972, 1960
Clever, funny, creative, and optimistic—but frugal.
You’re super observant and are quick to take action and love having friends around.
🎋 Add a Water element in the North for fortune – goldfish
OX | 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, 1961
Oxes are steady and loyal, and you value honesty and integrity in people.
You’re persistent and aren’t swayed by other people’s opinions.
A big fan of cozy evenings at home, you don’t need huge romantic gestures to feel loved.
🎋 Add a Fire element for luck – ceramics
TIGER | 2010, 1998, 1986, 1974, 1962
Like the animal, you’re daring, powerful, independent, and dynamic.
You value your freedom and don’t ever want to be held back.
🎋 Add a Earth element for abundance – potted plants
RABBIT | 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963
You’re friendly, sensitive, artistic, and even-tempered, making you popular with friends.
You love being around people and hate being alone which encourages you to adapt to different social situations.
🎋 Add a Earth element in the Northeast for good luck – jade
DRAGON | 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964
You’re a natural-born leader and are full of life, bravery, and intensity.
You’re independent and love your freedom.
🎋 Add a Water element in the Northwest for abundance – tabletop fountain
SNAKE | 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965
Snakes are creative and talented, and regularly draw people in.
You’re social when you want to be—but you also know when you need some me time.
🎋 Add a Metal element in the West for good luck – ornaments
HORSE | 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966
You’re bright, open, charming and cheerful.
You love being around people, and are always up for a good party.
🎋 Add a Metal element in the Northwest for fortune – bronze toad
GOAT | 2015, 2003, 1991, 1979, 1967
You’re kind, empathetic, and naturally creative.
You love beauty and surround yourself with it.
You also know the importance of having some quality “me time” to recharge.
🎋 Add a Wood element in the North for fortune – mahogany box
MONKEY | 2016, 2004, 1992, 1980, 1968
You’re clever, entertaining, and good at going after what you want.
You have strong leadership potential and earn the trust of others rather quickly.
You’re also generous, sensitive and love to help people.
🎋 Add a Wood element in the West for abundance – plants (as tall as the person if possible)
ROOSTER | 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969
You have a sense of duty, dignity, and pride, and like to be noticed.
You’re great at communicating and like to be different and unique.
You have great judgment and a strong work ethic.
🎋 Add a Wood element for fortune – grass seeds in a non-metal container
DOG | 2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970
You’re loyal, honest and trustworthy so people love being in your orbit.
You don’t hesitate to make sacrifices for people and ideas you believe in and always see through commitments.
You’re direct and frank and can’t be bothered with silly little details.
🎋 Add a Wood element and avoid Earth/Water for fortune – peach tree branches without soil/water
PIG | 2019, 2007, 1995, 1983, 1971
You’re kind, honest, and peaceful.
You hate arguments and anything that could result in conflict.
You’re also optimistic and fun-loving and generous with friends.
🎋 Add a Fire element for fortune – ceramics
