Year of the Yin Wood 乙 Snake巳 2025
The year of the Yin Wood Snake is upon us for 2025 and the energies for the year are shifting from Yang to Yin. The Wood element in the stems is still prominent as it has shifted from Yang Wood to Yin Wood adding more flexibility. The symbol of Yin Wood is a plant, flower or bamboo, soft and flexible. Yin Wood is a highly creative element and like Yang Wood can indicate pioneers exploring new territories as the the Wood element is ruled by the planet Jupiter. Jupiter is the planet of expansion and growth and also loves to expand its horizons through travel and search for meaning as Wood element in Chinese astrology rules philosophy.
Yin Wood types are more internal and reflective and have a tendency to be more shy. They tend to be more night owl’s so they have a tendency to burn out yin and blood from a Chinese Medical point of view. This can make Yin Wood types more prone to be nervous and fidgety compared to Yang Wood. It is important for these types to have adequate rest to nourish blood and calm the nervous system.
The Yin Wood element for 2025 will influence how the 12 animals branches will make decisions for the year. The energies of Yin Wood are encouraging us to make a more intuitive approach to life that promotes creative solutions. Yin Wood is especially beneficial for in areas that require creative thinking, fashion and textiles, the arts, sports, interpersonal relationships and expanding philosophical horisons.
Generally when the year is Yin in nature it can make us more introspective and reflective. The Snake is regarded as wise, but inwardly naive, prudent, easily scandalised and possessive. The Snake also symbolizes wisdom, associated with intelligence, intuition, and insight. The Snake's ability to shed skin represents renewal, transformation, and continuous growth, making zodiac Snakes practical visionaries, good leaders, and great thinkers. The Snake is also part of Metal element combination and for those born in the year of the Rooster and Ox the Snake combines for the year. These combinations are favourable if we are using the energies of the Metal element. If the Snake is not favourable then wearing a Monkey pendant can benefit as it combines the Snake away. If you already have a Snake in your chart this year brings another Snake. Two Snakes brings a configuration called the up and down configuration. This can make your year have many highs and lows, so the year may not be smooth sailing for you.
The Snake is also a traveling star. It is consider one of the branches that makes up a traveling horse chart. Other travel stars are the Pig, Monkey and Tiger. Most people who have these animal branches in their charts will love movement. If you have the Pig, Monkey and Tiger in your four pillars chart with no Snake branch. This year will be highly favourable for you as the Snake will complete the traveling horse configuration which is considered high auspicious as it completes the four travel stars.
Those who know their day masters. If you have a Yin Water day master this year will be highly auspicious as the Eating God Nobleman comes in for you this year. This is symbolised by the Yin Wood Snake. If you are a Yin Water Day master and have this in your four pillars chart it is an indication success generally. If the Yin Wood Snake is not in your chart and it comes up this year it is great for financial opportunities such as salary increase.
Yang Metal day masters will have the Yin Wood stem in combination this year, making it a beneficial year as the Yin Wood stem represents your wealth element. It is extremely favourable when these heavenly stems of the day pillar combine with the year.
For those born in year of the Pig or have Pigs else where in their four pillars chart the Snake will be in clash with the Pig. Clash periods can indicate instability or movement. If your health is vulnerable pay attention to your health this year. One of the body parts the Pig rules is the Kidney and the Snake the Heart. This clash can arouse nervous tension. This can manifest a Chinese medical pattern called the heart and kidneys not communicating which can generate anxiety. For those who suffer from these conditions acupuncture and herbal medicine greatly benefit.
The year of 2025 will have much to offer. Be sure to follow me on Instagram and Youtube as I will do a Year of the Snake live and for those who participate it is a good opportunity as I will give you a brief overview of your four pillars Chinese astrology chart. For those who want to dive deeper for full astrology chart readings and Chinese astrology mini readings book at www.astropillars.com.au.
Happy Lunar New Year!!!