We celebrated Chinese New Year on February 1. We had two dinner celebrations because our flight got moved that weekend. It made me also remember how I used to spend the eve of Chinese New Year at the Yin and Yang Shop of Harmony’s luck festivals before the pandemic.
Through the years of knowing them, it made me see feng ahui beyond fanatics. It made me understand the science of it, maybe because their principal Feng Shui Master Patrick Rey Lim Fernandez holds degrees in Management Engineering and Economics (Honors) from the Ateneo de Manila University and an MBA from the University of California, Los Angeles, with advanced analytics courses from MIT and Stanford.
Fernandez was trained in Asia and North America in the classical schools of feng shui and Chinese metaphysics such as Hsuan K’ung, Eight Mansion and Bazi, and was also under the tutelage of the highly respected Princess Lim Fernandez.
It was Princess Lim Fernandez’ wisdom and heart of benevolence that always reminded me of the ultimate importance of being a good-hearted person, to allow a good flow to permeate one’s life. Their genuine intention to help a person, family or business is seen in their meticulous work and care. Below are some of Yin and Yang’s thoughts for the Tiger Year:
“As the Year of the Ox [concludes], we look forward to the Year of the Thundering Water Tiger 2022. As the world continues to cope and manage through this global pandemic, there is a light on the horizon. This is because the past three years were the Winter years in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese Zodiac. The years of the Pig, Rat and Ox [2019 through 2021] belong to this most frigid of seasons. It is no wonder that the world had been in a mode of hibernation as is customary during Winter time. The coming year of the Tiger signifies the beginning of Spring which will last for the next three years. As the world gets ready to re-emerge from a period of docility and lethargy, the Tiger symbolizes a form of rebirth and reinvigoration.
“Additionally, the Tiger also brings with it a Yang energy which is characterized by being strong and aggressive. There will be a lot more re-mobilization in the world as it awakens from a mode of slumber which will in turn spark a lot of activity in many life aspects: in business/careers, relationships, health and money luck.
“The Stem energy of the year belongs to that of Yang Water. This energy is akin to one emanated by the mighty ocean. As Yang Water is the most cerebral of the Stems, the key characteristic of the year is that of intelligence and innovation. Thus, the key will be not working harder, but working smarter. If there is one thing the pandemic has taught a lot of people, it is finding creative and innovative ways to manage through the ‘new normal.’ Continuing to use one’s intelligence and smarts will be crucial this year. Moreover, there is an Academic Star this year, meaning that apart from using one’s existing knowledge, it also behooves one to acquire new skills and expertise and expand one’s intellectual horizon.
“However, one must guard against being narrow-minded and not listening to others’ perspectives. Try to gather as many facts and points of view as you can and from that, form your opinions and conclusions.
“The branch of the year belongs to the Tiger, which is a Wood energy. The aforementioned Water and Wood energies complement each other, so it will be a generally harmonious year. Additionally, the Tiger brings with it a sense of adventure and audacity. Given that, try to push the envelope and be bold in your decisions this year. As the season brings rebirth, use this energy to re-energize the different aspects of your life. Just caution yourself from being impulsive and acting without thought or regard for the consequences. Be thoughtful in your actions and let conscientiousness guide you throughout the year.
“There is a Travel Star that is present for the year, as the Tiger belongs to the group of zodiac signs related to travel. Thus, you may find yourself or your work virtually or physically travelling. On the work side, this may mean your work products or services going to new geographies and markets. Take advantage of this by seeking out new opportunities to expand your horizons, both personally and professionally.
“Lastly, there are also a few stars that relate adversely to health. Therefore, the health and safety of you and your loved ones should be a high priority this year. This includes your emotional health as well. Take the preventive steps necessary by focusing on the right diet, exercise, sleep and stress management.”
As each person has a unique luck chart tied to one’s birth circumstances, it is recommend to get a personalized reading to come up with a more tailored and specific plan and path for this year given one’s energy signature based on their element and Chinese zodiac.
More information can be had via yinandyangshopofharmony@yahoo.com or 632-77525882.