As 2015 finally bids farewell and became a thing in our past, we just can’t help not looking back at the things happened. All the tragedies, the joy, regrets, sadness, pain, excitement and thrill we’ve got will surely come to reflect as we welcome the New Year while hoping to have a great, brighter and better year ahead!
It is true that every time a year comes to an end, most of us get curious and a bit entertained to know what the lucky colors, hours, numbers dates and charms for the upcoming year. So, to feed out those hungry minds of yours we have collected all the things you need to know about 2016 or the year of the ‘Red Fire Monkey.’
Please click the page below to continue...The list were originally presented by EliteReaders.com1. The Year of the Red Fire Monkey actually starts on February 8, 2016.In the Chinese calendar, the New Year begins on the night of the second moon of the winter solstice.
2. The Year of the Red Fire Monkey ends on January 27, 2017We are typically celebrating the end of the year on December 31, but for Chinese astrology, 2016 will end a little later.
3. 2016 is “Game Changer” YearMonkey is known for its enthusiasm and because they are always rewarded, the risks are very low. With this, Susan Feng shui expert Susan Levitt said 2016 is the right time to make that change and move forward.
Levitt, however, warns about trusting the wrong people. Some are likely to engage in deceitful tactics to trick the vulnerable ones, so be careful.
Another advice is to stay away from nonsense tail-chasing cycles, which monkey minds most likely exhibit.
As soon as you realize that a path is not fruitful, try a new one instead of staying stuck and trying to analyze the past, said Levitt.
4. 2016's Element Is FireAmong the five Taoist elements, fire was assigned to the year 2016. With this, the year of the monkey will especially be bright and blazing.
Fire also symbolizes passion, which brings out joy, creativity and intensity. People, however, are warned against playing with fire excessively as it can cause massive trouble literally and figuratively.
5. 2016's Lucky ColorsThere is no single lucky color for 2016. According to astrology reports, the best colors for the year are bright red, light blue, white and gold. Sounds like a nice combination, don’t you think?
6. Lucky Direction: WestExperts recommend to do things toward the west direction. For example, plan a holiday trip toward the west or do something adventurous or risky towards that direction as it is bountiful of luck.
7. 2016's Lucky CharmsThe most prominent lucky charm for 2016 is called Pi Yao or Bixie, which is a Chinese mythical creature that looks like a lion with wings. It is said to drive bad spirits away and protect people.
Any accessory with a monkey on it is also good. You may also want to consider getting yourself anything with jade, rock crystal, tiger’s eye, rose quartz, amber, aquamarine, citrine or garnet as these are 2016’s lucky For the Chinese, there are certain hours that are labelled according to the different animal signs. Since 2016 is the year of the monkey, monkey hours are considered lucky. Aside from that, snake, dragon and rat hours are also considered favorable hours to start an activity as it will yield good results.
8. Lucky Hours- Monkey hours: 3 – 5 pm
- Dragon hours: 7 – 9 am
- Snake hours: 9 – 11 am
- Rat hours: 11 pm – 1 am
9. Lucky Numbers: 4, 6, 9The lucky numbers for 2016 is 4, 6 and 9. However, nine stands out because the monkey is the ninth Zodiac sign. Nine is linked to lots of adventures, ambition, smartness and a little mischief.
10. Lucky FlowersThere are two lucky flowers for 2016: crape myrtle and chrysanthemum. Gentlemen, you know what to give the ladies!
There you have it. We hope you found this compilation of Elite Readers very informative and wish you all a happy, healthy and fruitful 2016!
The list were originally presented by EliteReaders.com
