Anticipating 2024
Year of the Wood Dragon
The Chinese Sexagenary calendar aka 60-year cycle (干支历,又名中国阳历) first originated from the Zhou Dynasty and is a consolidation of profound cosmic astrological knowledge from our ancestors. It explains the rhythmic changes of nature and how we can adapt to living in harmony and balance with the energy changes.
Master Sherwin decodes and translates the ancient wisdom of the 24 Solar Terms (节气) in this masterpiece calendar to useful tips in the modern context. Read on to find out and use them to your advantage.
04
FEB
2024
Spring Begins 立春
The start of spring signifies the refresh of the annual luck. Always welcome this day with positivity and wear your lucky colours to start your year on a positive note.
19
FEB
2024
Spring Showers 雨水
Avoid getting drenched in spring showers. Will easily catch a cold as the chilliness of the winter can still be felt.
05
Mar
2024
Animals Awakening 惊蛰
Expect the Unexpected. Have backup supplies when going out, so you won't be caught by unexpected hiccups. For example, spare clothing, power banks for your devices, etc.
20
Mar
2024
Vernal Equinox (Mid-Spring) 春分
Get your fingers green! Grow your favourite plant and nourish it with their blossoming energy of the season. Go outdoors, breathe in fresh air and enjoy the beauty of spring. Let your body and mind connect with nature.
04
Apr
2024
Tomb Sweeping 清明
With the abundance of rain, tombs need tidying from the weeds. It's also a time for reconnecting the past and present. Just don't forget to bring your umbrellas.
19
Apr
2024
Grain Rain 谷雨
Review your goals for the year and continuously remind yourself. Have action steps to make them into a reality so that you can have a harvest this year.
05
May
2024
Summer Begins 立夏
Sunshine after the rain! Catch some rainbows this month. As we are pursuing our dreams and completing our daily chores, remember to take some time to smell the flowers along the way too.
20
May
2024
Grain Fills 小满
Give yourself a little treat for the minor accomplishments achieved so far from your efforts since the start of 2022. Keep going for more!
05
Jun
2024
Seeding Millet 芒种
Be productive and do more if you can. The right actions in the right season, can double your results.
21
Jun
2024
Summer Solstice 夏至
It is okay to take a short break. To go far while enjoying the journey, rest is imperative.
06
Jul
2024
Moderate Sweltering Heat 小暑
Take some time to learn something new and have fun as well. All work and no play makes everyone dull.
22
Jul
2024
Great Sweltering Heat 大暑
It is easy to lose focus and count the chickens before they are hatched. Continue to keep growing and be a better version of yourself. Iced soft drinks are tempting but keep in mind everything in moderation.
07
Aug
2024
Autumn Begins 立秋
Marks the beginning of the second half of the year. Carpe diem – Seize the day. If you haven't started what you set out to do for 2022, get to it now. Time doesn't wait for you.
22
Aug
2024
Heat Withdraws 处暑
People tend to fall sick due to the change of season from hot to cold. It's "heatiness". Maintain a healthy diet (less oily, less bbq food) with exercise and drink lots of water. Add some honey to it too.
07
Sep
2024
White Dew 白露
Need to replenish your energy more with warm foods and drinks. More from the stove, less from the fridge.
22
Sep
2024
Autumn Equinox 秋分
You have worked hard and now you reap your rewards. High time to catch up with friends and loved ones. Go for some excursions and set yourself in explorer mode.
08
Oct
2024
Cold Dew 寒露
Exercise to get more energy flowing through your body.
23
Oct
2024
Frost 霜降
It's time to nourish yourself. Chestnuts, spinach, winter melon soup, duck meat, beef, and lamb. Take your pick.
07
Nov
2024
Winter Begins 立冬
Treat yourself to tonics to boost your health. In order to prepare well for the coming year, start with this winter. Build a strong foundation to scale greater heights next year.
22
Nov
2024
Light Snow 小雪
Travel to see the world, learn from a new cookbook, pick up a sport. Keep your mind and spirit engaged.
06
Dec
2024
Heavy Snow 大雪
Be grateful for the abundance we have received this year. Spread your love, warmth and positive vibes in your community, be it by volunteering for a cause you believe in or to support a less fortunate group of society.
21
Dec
2024
Winter Solstice 冬至
Organise family gatherings to touch base with everyone and spend a cosy evening together at home.
05
Jan
2025
Moderate Cold 小寒
Time for reflection for the year that just passed and plan to handle and manage the coming year with more wisdom, tact and graciousness.
20
Jan
2025
Severe Cold 大寒
The cold is almost over and time to get ready for a new cycle of sowing and harvesting in 2024. Make sure you have all your resources ready.
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