Happenings

LA FIRE RELIEF: Please join us for our Free Community Acupuncture event on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Multiple acupuncturists will be on hand to treat you and your loved ones. Wear comfortable clothing. 

In collaboration with Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Tao of Wellness Pasadena, 171 South Los Robles Ave, Pasadena CA 91101

Monthly Horoscope

Welcome to your January 2025 Chinese Horoscope! 

In 2025, the Lunar New Year begins on January 29, making January the final month of the Dragon year. Governed by Ding Chou (丁丑)—a blend of Yin Fire (Ding) and Yin Earth (Chou)—this month offers grounding and reflection. Yin Fire brings light and inspiration, while Yin Earth provides stability and patience. However, their interplay can create tension, as Fire’s desire for expression clashes with Earth’s resistance to change, potentially causing stagnation or emotional volatility. Take the quiz to discover your Element and read on for your horoscope for January 2025.

WOOD ELEMENT

Wood individuals are growth-oriented, creative, and driven by a desire for expansion and improvement. You thrive on planning and taking action but may struggle with impatience or frustration when progress is slow. Keep reading for your horoscope.

FIRE ELEMENT

Fire individuals are passionate, energetic, and charismatic. You excel in social situations and are natural leaders, but your intensity can sometimes lead to burnout or emotional volatility. Keep reading for your horoscope.

EARTH ELEMENT

Earth individuals are nurturing, practical, and grounded. You value stability and harmony and are excellent at supporting others, but you may become overly cautious or stuck in routines. Keep reading for your horoscope.

METAL ELEMENT

Metal individuals are disciplined, focused, and value structure and order. You are skilled at organizing and strategizing but can sometimes appear overly critical or detached in your pursuit of perfection. Keep reading for your horoscope.

 WATER ELEMENT

Water individuals are intuitive, adaptable, and deeply reflective. You are a natural problem-solver and thrive on exploring ideas, but you may struggle with indecision or emotional sensitivity. Keep reading for your horoscope.

Happy Year of the Dragon!

Dr. Mao's Year of the dragon Forecast

Based on the Ancient Science of the I Ching

By: Dr. Mao Shing Ni 

Universally, a new year ushers in hope for a new beginning and letting go of the past. It is no exception that nearly two billion people in China and throughout Asia celebrate the lunar new year to bring about a positive reset for their lives. What’s uniquely different about the Asian lunar New Year versus the Western Gregorian New Year is the recognition of astrological significance associated with each new year within the 60-year cycle. 

The calendar system developed in ancient China millenniums ago is still in use today and avidly followed by many, especially feng shui and astrology students. 2024 is a Jia Chen year, according to the 60-year cycle of heavenly stems and earthly branches (from the I Ching), and it is comprised of Wood and Earth elements, respectively. It is also the year of the Dragon, arguably the most powerful and auspicious of the 12 animal signs. 

As we usher in the Jia Chen (Wood Dragon) year, the cosmic energies promise a period of transformation, growth, and adaptability. This Wood Dragon's influence encourages us to align our actions with the essence of Wood—symbolism for vitality, growth, and expansion. In this astrological forecast, I will dive into personalized advice for individuals based on your elemental archetype, encompassing physical, mental, relationship, career, and financial aspects. Additionally, I will provide practical tips to address challenges and seize opportunities unique to your element. To discover your element, take the quiz here.

General Outlook

Political

Growth and Expansion: Jia (Wood) is associated with growth and expansion. Chen (Earth) is associated with stability and harmony. In a Jia Chen year, there may be a focus on political initiatives aimed at development, innovation, and progress. Policies that promote sustainability and new beginnings might also be emphasized.

Challenges in Control: in the Five Elements interaction, Wood overbears on Earth, which could imply challenges in managing growth and maintaining control, possibly leading to political tensions, unrest, or conflicts. Look out for election year clashes in the US and worldwide, as in 2024, nearly 50% of the world’s population will vote politically and geopolitically worldwide with seismic consequences.

Economic

Innovation and Development: Jia (Wood) energy is conducive to innovation and growth. Economic sectors related to technology, especially AI and chips that underlie it, renewable energy, and sustainable practices, may see growth and additional investments.

Strategic Planning Needed: The struggle for dominance between Wood and Metal suggests the need for strategic planning to overcome potential economic challenges. While the US economy may continue to chug along, the rest of the world may lag behind with anemic growth, inflationary pressures, and recession. 

Security

Emphasis on Stability: Chen (Earth) is associated with strength and stability. Government leaders will most surely prioritize national security measures, including stricter border control and immigration policy, beef up defense buildup and cybersecurity, and seek to project strength and maintain stability in the face of potential geopolitical challenges.

Need for Diplomacy: The inevitable jockeying for power between Wood and Metal indicates an increased potential for conflicts or tensions. Diplomacy and strategic negotiations will be critical to managing international relations and security concerns.

Environmental

Focus on Sustainability: Jia (Wood) is linked to the environment and growth. There will be continued focus on environmental policies, conservation efforts, and sustainable practices to address climate change and ecological concerns even as the world pumps evermore fossil fuel. 

Challenges in Regulation: The conflicting nature of 2024 astrologically suggests potential challenges in regulatory frameworks. Striking a balance between growth and environmental responsibility will require thoughtful planning.

Health

Holistic Well-being: Jia (Wood) is associated with vitality and well-being. Health initiatives may focus on innovations in healthcare, preventive and collaborative care models, lifestyle changes, and longevity hacks to promote wellness.

Challenges of Access and Costs: Three years after a global pandemic that broke healthcare systems around the world, policymakers have struggled between scaling up to prepare for the next pandemic, improving mental health access, and skyrocketing and unaffordable healthcare costs.

Social

DEI is Here to Stay: Despite backlashes against DEI policies, globally, the trend will continue to embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion to foster community cooperation and well-being.

Need for Balance: As with all social policies, extremes in either direction will engender fierce opposition; therefore, it’s important to have a holistic perspective, careful consideration of the impact, and a balanced approach to creating a sustainable diversity and inclusion outcome.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 22ND at 5:30 PM

This class not only helps alleviate tension and discomfort in the back but also supports mental clarity and emotional balance, fostering a youthful, resilient body and mind. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, "Young Spine, Young Body" offers a holistic approach to maintaining a healthy spine and a vibrant life. 

Please RSVP by calling Riley at 626.397.1000 or emailing Pasadena@taooofwellness.com by January 21st.

Yo San University Qi Studio provides morning qi cultivation classes to the community. Led by certified practitioners, these drop-in classes are aimed at making Qi Gong, Tai Chi, and Dao-in accessible to all! Qi cultivation is an ancient Chinese practice that focuses on enhancing the flow of energy, or qi, throughout the body. Through gentle movements, breathing exercises, and meditation, practitioners can improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Register here: https://yosan.edu/qistudio/