Others Like You
In 2022 the Tiger can enjoy good fortune, but the Tiger is not the luckiest one. You might have expected to be, given that it’s your year, but life doesn’t always work that way. Maybe it’s just because your profile is too high, however, there is still plenty of luck to be had by cultivating flexibility. The Tiger’s advantage is that being the Tai Sui or year boss in 2022, they set the tone. In a Tiger year the Tiger sets the stage. Focus on the end result you want.
Wherever there are Tigers there is also wealth. This is especially true this year, so be selective about how you are getting yours. Pay special attention to this in January, April, July, and October. Consider how you might distribute it if you have more than you need.
Tigers can expect to reap a commensurate reward for whatever they put their efforts into. The Tiger’s natural state of movement is supported in 2022. Tigers will want to travel or be called to it for family or business reasons. You might also find yourself traveling for study, training or other academic pursuits. These are good things.
The downside for the Tiger in the Tiger year is it may be difficult to stop moving unless it’s by accident. If you find that’s an issue for you, Feng Shui can help. If you haven’t explored using it in your home before, you might consider trying it this year. Why not? This is a year for the Tiger to learn and grow.
Some Tigers may be learning about illness (not necessarily their own) and how to manage it. Others may be learning to find power in numbers. Some Tigers may be learning how to use the brakes/breaks. None of this is inevitable. So what do you want?
In 2022 there is a danger that your powerful position may tempt you to exploit others because you are dissatisfied (anxious?). That doesn’t leave much room for grace, should you fall. I’m saying this metaphorically but also literally because you may be accident prone this year, especially in May and August. Cultivating flexibility and patience is what will make you safe and reduce any anxiety you might have.
Being in the position of the Tai Sui heightens the competitive edge the Tiger vigilantly maintains. The Tiger is the one who will get the best seats for a show without ever standing in a line; they invented the VIP section. They know where to go for resources. The Tiger has a master plan that involves staying ahead of others, or staying ahead of whatever standards they will be asked to meet. This is the kind of luck Tigers can expect this year. What’s new is that Tigers may find other people are onto your tactics, they might even be adopting them.
Because there are so many others like you in 2022, I want you to consider joining forces with them instead of thinking of them as problems. This may go against your nature. You’re good at presenting as flexible, but are you really? Your answer to that question might make this the year to cultivate true flexibility. Consider radically changing your position. Consider joining a pack of others like you who all have a common cause of justice. Become versatile. Learn new skills, methods and approaches.
2022 is the year where Tigers realize they are not the only keen eyed predators. While this has always been true, prepare to have your eyes opened as to where the others are located. There are others like you who want the same things that you want. They are all around you. They may be ready to do what you are willing to do to get those things. Depending on where you fall in the current social hierarchy, this might either startle you or urge you to aggression. I want you to keep asking yourself how much of your behavior stems from anxiety, because no one has to get hurt.
Much of the year may be influenced by considering that your role, having been previously defined either as predator or prey, is changing. Your uncertainty about this may lead you to make some goofy and hasty moves, either to protect yourself or to attack. What comes to mind is the sometimes self harm of a startled house cat. In the moment where they are uncertain as to how to respond, probably in mid air, they might not stick the landing. Take the time to be gentle with yourself and others.
What I’m saying is, the Tiger isn’t afraid to create some chaos and destruction to get the desired result, so if there is something that needs to be broken to facilitate the changes you want to make, consider what your goal is in advance. Breaking systems is different than breaking people. Take responsibility for the outcome of your actions from the outset.
In a Water Tiger year, the Tiger, along with the Snake and Monkey, are involved in a triangular relationship sometimes called the Fire penalty. The takeaway for the Tiger is: what you do or say is going to be known more widely than usual. When that kind of attention is on you, all you have to do is manage your behavior in accordance with your intended outcome. Elementally speaking, Fire is how you express your Wood energy.
Know that there are more eyes on you now. These are the eyes of others like you, but also those of critics, opposers and the third parties who have relationships with them. Like you, they are ready to pounce. Tigers are used to being the observer not the observed, at least until the moment they can make the kill. You may not get away with that this year.
If you’re already in a position of privilege, maybe it’s time to use your luck to help someone else get a roof over their heads. That’s the kind of thing that Tigers can do: acquire. Because you set the tone of the year for all, you can choose between kindness, protection and aggression. What would work best is a magical mixture of all three.
In the context of work this year, you’ll get the best results by focusing on a specific goal. In the context of teamwork, family or otherwise, you’ll want to share your intentions so that others can make a decision about participation and/or give you advice. Let them temper your potential ruthlessness. Find ways to make yourself accountable. Make that as public as you can stand it.
In February, surprise someone with an otherwise unlikely opportunity. An important mission for Tigers this year, should they choose to accept that they are kind, is to take in the chronically disappointed and others with lots of potential who don’t have the exact skill set they are looking for. Being a Tiger, you’ll know when it’s right. Go beyond appearance. Look for the underemployed and humble genius. There are so many.
In the Department of Romance, things will be interesting. Single Tigers may form a deep bond quickly, the question is will it last – or maybe you already met someone last November? You might find a match or matchmaker in March.
As you are probably already aware, it’s hard for anyone to keep up with the Tiger. A Horse may come close but they’re short on the Tiger’s brand of stamina. The constant movement and growth of the Tiger can use up the unprepared partner. Should that happen, you may find yourself on your own again in November. If that’s not what you want, you need to be ready to give lots of space for both you and your partner. Crowding people into acquiescence might be handy in certain situations but intimacy isn’t one of them.
When you read space, include the idea of time. Slow down. Fortify your patience and flexibility. Explore the idea of a room of one’s own either for you or for someone close to you. Sleep is going to be important for your physical health. Build up your stamina. Support your physical needs.
Whatever you do this year, don’t fake it. You know that’s what breaks you and makes you do things that you regret. If there’s a duty to fulfill, it’s to spread and share the opportunities you’ve had and have. That’s it. Extend the defense you would give to your young to anyone who asks. Your initimidating facade and your keen instincts will protect you from those who would take advantage of you.
Amulet: Pig
Rather than thinking of an amulet as something to use, or something to protect you, cultivate the idea of a partnership with the energy of the Pig. Take on humble and humbling tasks, learn new skills. Do creative things you never thought you would do.
Summary: Breaks & Brakes. The breaks you make, breaks you take.
February-April: Getting breaks. Brakes are off.
May: Pump the brakes.
June-July: What brakes? What breaks?
August: Slamming the brakes.
November: Breaking up?