1 February 2022 is the start of the Chinese lunar year which promises to be an energetic period where the 12 zodiac animals will be competing to achieve their multiple and varied objectives

2022: Time to temper the Tiger

Moving on from the quieter Yin year of the Ox, the expansive Yang Year of the Water Tiger 2022 symbolises determinism, spontaneity and novelty. However, calm, balance and moderation in judgements are the main qualities that should be cultivated thoughout the lunar year.

Be prepared for unforseen changes and surprising developments. For the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac, it is time to do the best to significantly improve living conditions. It is also a good time for all those who wish to forget their stormy past, heal their wounds and find a legitimate place in society.

The petulant Tiger may be tempered by the Water element. While passions will lose a little intensity, relationships are likely to be more distant and less playful, however they will gain in depth, objectivity and transparency. Action and willpower are balanced by an increased capacity to step back and not succumb to the emotion of the moment.

As well as observing the demonstrative, passionate and ambitious character traits specific to the year of the Yang water Tiger, we can expect the emergence of new technological inventions and major advances in medical research and psychology.

The Water Tiger is the least reckless of the five possible types of Tiger (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water). Water’s purifying qualities internalises the fire of the Tiger. The nobililty of soul and natural generosity associated with the personality of the Water Tiger confer enviable virtues for all those who will manage to grasp the stakes starting from Chinese New Year 2022.

Boosted by the energy of the Tiger, Yang zodiac animals (Ox, Tiger, Dragon, Horse, Monkey, Dog) become more impulsive and self-determined and with rigour and perseverence can pursue their objectives to achieve success. For the Yin signs of the Chinese zodiac (Ox, Rabbit, Snake, Goat, Rooster, Pig) it’s a question of putting ardour into their actions and not being discouraged at the first pitfall, while remaining realistic about what they are able to accomplish.

This dynamic year ahead can be the source of remarkable professional, romantic and family success provided that it is lived with lucidity and a sense of ethics and altruism.