✨ Theme for January 2026
Star #4
- When the mind is in order, everything else naturally falls into place
- Unexpected events with significant impact unfold
- Major responsibilities or large-scale matters come your way
🧭 Compass Chart Insights
In January, Star #4 is located in the South, overlapping Star #9 on the original compass chart and influenced by Anken (hidden pressure) energy.
Star #9 carries the power of midday sunlight, brilliance, separation, emotion, spirit, intellect, and visibility.
At the same time, Star #4 is positioned above Star #6 on the yearly compass chart, also under Anken energy.
Star #6 represents completion, achievement, leadership, authority, fathers, senior men, and business matters.
The opposite position is Star #5.
Through Star #5, you encounter what others expect from you, as well as people who give you hints that lead to valuable opportunities.
🧿 Message from the Yi-Ching
Yourself — Hexagram 4 (Meng: Youthful Folly)
Proceeding without understanding immaturity and ignorance is dangerous.
There is a lack of information and knowledge at present.
Humbly seek guidance from your leaders or mentors.
Your Environment — Hexagram 9 (Xiao Chu: The Taming Power of the Small)
Things appear to be moving forward, yet they are not progressing smoothly.
This sense of stagnation comes from inner dissatisfaction and anxiety.
In other words, this is a time to acknowledge current limitations in ability.
Rather than forcing results, accumulate skills and preparation in anticipation of the next major opportunity.
📌 Points & Advice
1. When the mind is in order, everything else naturally falls into place
Bathed in sunlight, you are likely to be noticed, evaluated, and placed under attention this month.
Because you yourself are illuminated, you can also see the situation around you very clearly.
However, seeing too much can also lead to irritation and emotional reactions.
Emotional control becomes the key factor this month.
You may receive both evaluation and expectation from superiors or people in higher positions.
At such times, a rebellious or defiant attitude may arise.
Considering the strong influence of Star #9 energy this month,
the first priority is to bring order to your own mind.
This mental alignment is the secret to ensuring that everything proceeds smoothly.
You may also have more opportunities to attend glamorous or high-profile gatherings,
particularly meetings of executives or people in influential positions.
At such occasions, be polite, well-groomed, and appropriately dressed.
Because confrontational feelings can easily arise now, exercise caution.
Others may appear lazy or careless to you,
but please continue to behave with courtesy.
Hidden pressures (Anken energy) tend to operate behind the scenes this month,
so make a conscious effort not to be ruled by emotions.
2. Unexpected events with significant impact unfold
Some people may experience unexpected good fortune, while others may face unexpected troubles.
Even if an unexpected event takes the form of separation or loss,
for Star #4 entering a new stage from 2026 onward, this process is necessary.
People and things that are no longer needed will leave,
while what is truly necessary for you will remain.
Even if you feel sadness temporarily,
new and better elements will eventually enter your life.
3. Major responsibilities or large-scale matters come your way
Large requests or responsibilities may arrive from superiors, company presidents, fathers, or senior figures.
These matters represent January’s key challenges.
Those making the requests may themselves be facing serious problems.
At first glance, these may appear to be major troubles.
Please address them patiently and persistently, resolving issues step by step.
Both you and those around you will carry fast-moving energy this month.
If you rush, efforts may become inefficient or misdirected.
Proceed slowly, carefully, and reliably to bring matters to resolution.
💼 Work Luck
- You will be busy with tasks involving significant responsibility.
Those around you are also capable, so acknowledge and recommend their contributions.Because of heavy workloads, irritation may arise easily.
Be mindful of staying calm, as others may perceive you as arrogant during this time. - Many tasks may come directly from bosses or clients, sometimes accompanied by problems.
These individuals can serve as valuable advisors this month.
Seek their input and work together to resolve issues. - Your past efforts are likely to be highly evaluated and publicly recognized, both internally and externally.
If you are offered opportunities such as presentations or public appearances, accept them.
Being visible is a lucky action this month. - Some people may receive awards or formal recognition.
This is also a favorable year for qualification and certification exams. - You may feel like quitting your job.
If this impulse comes from emotional dissatisfaction with superiors or colleagues, you may regret it later.However, in cases of headhunting or offers with clearly favorable conditions, changing jobs is acceptable.
💰 Money Luck
You may feel drawn to expensive or high-quality items.
This month, it is lucky to purchase or experience things that are one level above your usual standard.
However, be careful not to overspend.
Set a clear budget so that next month’s credit card statement does not come as a shock.
Enjoy luxury within limits.
🩺 Health Luck
- Pay attention to your circulatory system.
Those with high blood pressure are especially prone to irritability, so monitor your condition carefully. - Be cautious of cerebral infarction, heart disease, and similar issues.
If you experience headaches, consult a doctor promptly. - Take care of your eyes, and beware of burns or high fevers.
- Make time for rest and mental refreshment.
This is a period requiring sustained focus, so fatigue can accumulate easily.
🤝 Interpersonal Luck
- Providing support and service to your family helps smooth your overall fortune.
- Star #9 represents light and fire.
While brightness is important, it also increases the tendency toward short temper. - Star #6 energy adds a strong sun-like passion, which can become excessive this month.
Keep your words and actions humble, warm, and cheerful. - Politeness and fashion appropriate to the occasion bring good luck in January.
Be mindful of facial expressions. - Make an effort to change your mood and avoid conflicts.
Conflicts that arise this month are likely to become long-lasting and reduce your fortune. - Maintain good relationships with family members, especially fathers, husbands, bosses, and senior men.
They will support your luck and offer hints that lead to important opportunities.
💖 Love Luck
- If you seek a passionate romance, there is a chance to meet such a partner this month.
- Women may encounter older, capable men.
- If you are looking for a long-term relationship, proceed calmly and steadily.
- There is also a possibility of reconnecting with a former partner.
- If you have a partner, avoid arguments.
While this can be a time when divorce becomes possible,
leaving due to emotional impulse is likely to result in regret.
🎁 Lucky Inspirations
Lucky Colors
Red, Purple, Gold, Silver
Lucky Foods
Crab, shrimp, shellfish, avocado, other hard-shelled foods, sandwiches,
bitter foods (black coffee, beer, bitter melon, black pepper), spicy foods,
wrapped foods such as dumplings or burritos
Lucky Items
Fashionable clothing, necklaces, earrings, glasses, accessories worn above the neck,
art, movies, hotel cafés, luxury items, computers
Lucky Actions
Watching movies, visiting a hair salon or spa, museums, classical music concerts,
churches or temples, driving
🌏 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 time, 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 period.
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