What's in store for you in the Year of the Monkey?

January is the time to start anew. To let go of last year's bad vibes and negative energy, one must surround themselves with positive people, the ones that who would support and help you become your best.  Get rid ourselves with the drama queens and turn the negative stress into positive action. Once the new year strikes, Id always wear the lucky color of the incoming year and stuffed my pocket with money, to usher in prosperity, wealth and luck, and there should be food in the table consists of round fruits, spaghetti, pasta, pancit for longevity, and desserts like leche flan, ube, rolls, sticky rice for the partner that you would spend your forever with.

Last January 3, 2016, Feng Shui Empress Marites Allen held her annual convention at the Marco Polo Hotel to share the auspicious dates and charms that could help ward off the bad and negative vibes and further improve ones’ fortune.

The convention marks the 11th year since it was first held in 2005. Each participant received a convention brochure containing the overall forecasts and valuable suggestions on how to make the new lunar new year more auspicious.

The event also took on a different path from past conventions where forecasts for each Chinese zodiac sign were presented. This time, Allen provided participant with personal destiny readings based on their birth details. Thus, prospective attendees are advised to register early and provide information on their date and hour of birth, to facilitate the preparation of the personalized charts.

“Although each zodiac animal sign provides certain luck indications for the year, I wish to stress that no two individuals, even with same date of birth, may share the same destiny,” shared Allen. “The reason is that the year, date and the hour of birth have very specific influences on someone’s life as days and hours are governed by different feng shui elements.”

Since my birthdate falls on the Year of the Horse, let me share what's in store for me and to those who are born on the same year for the Year of the Monkey 2016.

Horse: Birth years: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014
Forecast: Your natural confidence will get a boost filling everything you get involved in to be infused with positivity. Heaven Luck will act like an invisible hand that will guide you to make the right decisions. Even if you meet obstacles along the way, do not fight the natural order of things.

It is best for partners to extend as much understanding and support to one another as very little issues can create big fights. This is one of those periods when you have to be cautious with your resources as your wealth luck is quite poor. This is not a good time for you to make major investments or business deals.
Amazingly beautiful career opportunities can take you to different overseas conventions and conferences. The more you travel, the more you forget about the other woes plaguing your this time.

BEST MONTHS: February, July, August, September, November
Bad Months: March, May, June, October.

Incidentally, 2004 was also an election year…just like 2016. So we could expect a lot of changes and some surprises happening.


Allen said the year 2016 will be a year when most people will actively pursue power, wealth or financial security, expect heated arguments and misunderstandings but people will be willing to compromise. There wil be a lot of Challenges for those in leadership positions. The economy looks promising during the 3rd and 4th quarter but business will be extremely competitive. Matriarch/ Female leaders will reign supreme while male leaders may become short fused and argumentative.

In terms of relationship, optimism and happiness will prevail despite the fiery atmosphere and people will be open minded caring and candid. Husbands/ men will be very confrontational and hard to please so better have lots of patience. Marriage luck is strong for Rooster born people and an auspicious year to start a new family or have a baby.

For career, the women can expect more favorable promotion over men, and men will have to adhere to women in terms of decision making and implementation of new projects.

Health luck is not stable this year as the illness star is at the center of the chart.

The Fire Monkey – 1956, 2016
The Fire Monkey is the most active and aggressive of the Monkeys. Naturally dominant, he automatically gravitates towards leadership roles and is competitive in whatever he is doing. He will need to be careful not to let this overwhelm him and turn into toxic jealousy.

He also constantly strives to be in control of whatever situation he is in, which can become overbearing. The main drive for whatever he embarks on is to head straight for the top and stay there. However, when he is in charge of a situation, his people skills kick in and he does nurture those under his charge who need it.

With his Fire energy, this agile, impulsive Monkey often leaps where angels fear to tread. This reckless behaviour sometimes turns out to not be to the Fire Monkey’s advantage. However, he is very creative, dynamic and has a particularly good talent at drawing people to him – this often helps him get out of scrapes. He’ll leap from tree to tree – whichever has the most fruit at the time – then find the quickest, cleverest escape before others get to him.

In general though, the Fire Monkey is flamboyant and charmingly friendly, and has a large social circle.

Life Lessons:

The Fire Monkey’s aggression needs to be channeled correctly to correct and positive directions, or he risks become very destructive and harmful. If the Fire Monkey could develop more patience, it would be good for him and those who work with him The Fire Monkey also needs to think through his ideas before acting on them in order to safeguard his own interests.



Monkey Birth years: 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016
Fabulous luck indications include the support of the Tai Sui or the god of the year. Prosperity star also brings potential wealth and abundance in everything you do. Thre could also be a spiritual awakening of some kind. And there will be sigs that ONE BIG DEAL will come your way. Be alert to spot this opportunity and don’t let it pass you by.

You will be too busy making money or growing your business to be thinking about love or marriage, but if you don’t make time for your partner or family it can lead to arguments. Make time and keep your cool.

You have the support of the Tai Sui and you will be reaping so many good fortunes as long as you do not offend him.

As for health, beware of risks of accidents or minor injuries due to your harsh or fast judgments on the road.

BEST MONTHS: February, April, September, October, November
Bad Months: March, May, June, October, December

Dragon: Birth years: 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012
Forecast: Its going to be an unbelievable year with so many positive indications! The victory Star in your chart brings success in most competitive situations. Not only that you have three more auspicious stars that indicate good fortune in the form of life-changing events. There are also small victories on your way to enjoying bigger blessings. This year promises to be not just a successful one for the Dragon but a very fulfilling one as well.

Avoid speculative luck as casinos or lotteries however as your chances of winning at this time are low. Utilize your powerful negotiating skills to convince potential investors to give in to your terms.

When it comes to relationships, couples must be wary of rumors, while singles may face opposition from their families.

Best Months: February, March, April, June, November, December
Bad Months: May, July, September, October

Snake; Birth years: 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013

Forecast: Stay close to your astrological allies—The Monkey, Dragon and Rooster as they will have positive indications for you. Your life force and spirit essence are both strong plus you get a visti from the Victory Star.

Wedding bells are ringing for those who have been together for long. Starting a family would be a fantastic match to your growing wealth. To singles this is an opportune time for you to find THE ONE.

As your chart has the risk of the robbery star, ensure that your surroundings are safe to avoid risks, including bodily injury . If you are a business owner it will be a great time for your business.

Best months: February, March, April, June, November, December

Bad Month: May, July, September, October.

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