Today marks the first day of the Chinese New Year, which, as the most celebrated traditional holiday in China, will conclude on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month with the lantern festival. It marks the end of the winter season, the start of the new lunisolar calendar, and represents a host of myths and traditions in countries and territories around the world with significant Chinese populations.
Young professionals can take solace in the fact that 4710 is the year of the dragon, representing hope and optimism for the next twelve months. Dragons are known for their big ideas and extreme ambitions, so this is definitely the year to make it happen – whatever “it” may be. Be self-sufficient, take risks, and accept challenges. The year of the dragon is one of changes, often from bad to good, which obviously can’t be bad for business. If only the economy would follow suit.
It all sounds promising, but be weary of the flaws that come with being a dragon; irresponsibility, fatigue and solitude are side effects of charging ahead full-scale. Don’t let your pride reject beneficial help from others, develop and maintain strong connections with peers rather than going the distance alone, and take a break when fatigue or a sense of feeling unfulfilled kicks in.
Make the most of the dragon year because you’ll have more than enough time to iron out the kinks during next year’s astrological follow-up: The year of the snake. Snakes are wise and intelligent, which are probably two key characteristics you’d like to have following a year of ambition and risk-taking endeavours.