✨ Theme for January 2026
Star #3
- A slower pace brings better outcomes
- A shift in circumstances marks both change and a new beginning
- Solutions begin to appear for ongoing issues
🧭 Compass Chart Insights
In January, Star #3 is located in the Northeast, overlapping Star #8 on the original compass chart.
This position carries the power of stopping and change, mountains, towers, family matters, revolution, home, and structural transformation.
At the same time, Star #3 is positioned above Star #5 on the yearly compass chart.
Star #5 represents the power of kingship, decay and regeneration, love, aging, emptiness, and renewal.
The opposite pole is Star #6, which governs completion, achievement, leadership, fathers, business, and service.
🧿 Message from the Yi-Ching
Yourself — Hexagram 62 (Xiao Guo: Preponderance of the Small)
Balance is essential.
If you are being passive, you should become slightly more proactive.
If you are already proactive, you may be overdoing it — in that case, restrain yourself.
Your Environment
Male (Female at work) — Hexagram 62 (Xiao Guo)
The environment mirrors your position.
Adjust your actions carefully, avoiding both excess and deficiency.
Female (Male at home) — Hexagram 16 (Yu: Enthusiasm)
What you have been preparing will begin to show results.
Starting something new is acceptable.
If you proceed according to rules, manuals, and proper order, things will move smoothly and bring joy.
📌 Points & Advice
1. A slower pace brings better outcomes
This month, you are influenced by Star #2 energy, making a slow and steady pace the most effective approach.
Star #3 individuals are often quick and agile by nature, so conscious adjustment is required.
Your environment is under the influence of Star #8, associated with stopping and transformation.
Progress may follow a pattern of stopping, then moving forward, then stopping again.
Those around you may feel stuck, and some may be carrying unresolved problems.
However, your energy and the surrounding energy are aligned.
Rather than pushing forward aggressively, turn your attention inward to strengthen your foundation.
There are times suitable for outward activity, and times suitable for internal preparation.
January is a preparation phase.
Instead of looking upward or forward, focus downward and inward.
Star #8 symbolizes mountains — adopt a high vantage point and look down calmly.
This is a time to observe what is happening inside organizations, families, and inner structures.
2. A shift in circumstances marks both change and a new beginning
Something may come to a stop.
What stops is often exactly what needs to be addressed.
For some, a major external change will arrive, followed by the beginning of something significant.
Even if the change feels unwanted, accept it — it will lead to future results.
Some may receive offers involving heavy responsibility from superiors such as bosses, company presidents, or senior figures.
These are valuable opportunities, so accept them proactively.
There is a sequence:
first a stop, then a new beginning.
Do not worry if things temporarily stagnate.
When change arrives, momentum will grow rapidly.
Those making requests are often in a hurry, so respond promptly.
However, proceed one step at a time, carefully and reliably.
3. Solutions begin to appear for ongoing issues
Long-standing, accumulated problems may surface.
This month, they are easier to resolve, so begin with small, manageable steps.
These issues may relate to work, family, or even land and property matters.
They represent January’s core challenges.
Star #3 individuals are quick-moving and may feel tempted to solve everything at once.
Instead, move three times slower than usual, preparing thoroughly before acting.
If you rush, results will not be favorable.
💼 Work Luck
- Changes are coming.
You may be transferred, experience changes in responsibilities, or see shifts in clients. - You may be required to relocate offices or warehouses, or reconsider the direction of your business.
Emotional hesitation or surrounding circumstances may make movement difficult, but delaying will only worsen the issue.
Change direction quickly and decisively. - Sales of previously popular products or services may suddenly drop or stop.
This is a signal that a new direction is needed.
Swift response is essential. - This is a good month to start a business or change jobs.
Direction matters — avoid unlucky directions indicated in the gray areas of the compass chart.
Detailed monthly and annual direction guidance will be provided separately after the annual fortune posts. - For those facing organizational issues, resolving internal problems leads to opportunity.
Topics may include organizational reform, downsizing, or communication issues between superiors and subordinates.
💰 Money Luck
If you hold stocks, bonds, or real estate, review your assets carefully.
This is also a suitable time to reassess funding for business reform or restructuring.
🩺 Health Luck
- Back pain and joint pain are likely.
Even if symptoms seem resolved, recurrence is common — proceed with caution. - Be careful on steps and stairs, as fractures are more likely.
- Watch out for food poisoning and stress-related issues.
🤝 Interpersonal Luck
- Interactions with family are especially lucky.
- Changes in family structure may occur, and family members may face problems.
Support them patiently in resolving these issues. - People around you will expect leadership from you.
Those offering advice are often bosses, fathers, husbands, or older, capable men.
Their words may contain hints leading to valuable opportunities.
💖 Love Luck
- You may find yourself attracted to different types of people than usual.
- For those with partners, relationships may shift toward marriage-oriented intentions.
- A good time to introduce your partner to your family.
🎁 Lucky Inspirations
Lucky Colors
Brown, Yellow, Beige
Lucky Foods
Beef, potatoes, fish eggs, mille-feuille (layered foods), mushrooms, cheese, yogurt (fermented foods)
Lucky Items
Mountains, houses, hotels, patchwork items, bamboo, recycling-related items
Lucky Actions
Climbing mountains or tall towers (high-visibility places),
renovating or redecorating your home,
visiting a different beauty salon or shop than usual,
throwing away unnecessary items,
visiting cafés or restaurants
🌏 Doyo Period (Winter → Spring)
January 17 – February 3
This is a period when the energy of the earth is replaced, occurring four times a year between seasons.
Traditionally, it was believed to be a time to return soil to the universe,
and people were advised to avoid working with soil.
If working with soil is unavoidable due to your job, use gloves.
During this period, objects, people, and situations may become unstable.
Conflicts are more likely, and some appliances may malfunction.
It is also advised to refrain from signing new contracts or canceling existing ones during this time.
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