Lifecycles show where the stem (wu) is in relation to the cycle of the branches (xu), from birth to death. There are two lifecycles for 2018: mao and yung. April 16 to May 14 is the dragon month and is a time to be careful in all things, especially on April 18 and 30 and May 12. The dog and dragon clash with each other, and these days have the potential to create explosive situations. The hidden yang fire contained under the earth represents a volcano, seething with emotion but unable to release it unless there’s an explosion. The combination of yang earth and the dog indicates a year of seriousness and staying in control since wu-xu is a “commanding pillar”. Characteristics of this animal sign include loyalty, honesty, humour, lifelong friends and being a steady worker. The yin metal element xin gives hidden intelligence and creativity. In addition to yang earth, the dog has the hidden stems of yang fire and yin metal. Wu earth people are slow and steady, but they always see things through to the end. Wu is also seen as a mountain: strong, enduring and immovable. The stem “wu yang earth” is hard earth, like a rock or stone. As the lunar New Year is well after the solar change, a less smoothly flowing year is indicated. The lunar calendar used for celebrations gives the New Year on February 16. The wu-xu, or yang earth dog year, starts on February 4, 2018, using the Chinese solar calendar.
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