Gallop higher in Year of Fire Horse

As most Filipinos remain reeling from various economic challenges stemming from the current high prices of commodities, the celebration of Lunar New Year offers us hope that the Fire Horse will bring us to prosperity amid global uncertainties. 

Filipinos believe in the Chinese zodiac due to centuries of cultural exchange, integration of Filipino-Chinese (Chinoy) traditions, and a cultural affinity for superstition, luck and fortune-seeking. 

It is seen as a way to gain guidance, emotional reassurance and hope for prosperity and health during uncertain times. 

According to feng shui experts, the 2026 Year of the Fire Horse (17 February 2026–5 February 2027) is a fast-paced, high-energy and transformative period driven by passion and ambition. 

It encourages bold actions, innovation and rapid progress, but warns against impulsiveness and burnout. 

Success favors those with clear, strategic plans rather than chaotic, fast-moving efforts. 

For energy and ambition, the Fire element combined with the Horse brings intense, dynamic energy, fostering creativity and new ideas.

In terms of career and finance, it is said that 2026 is a strong year for career advancement, particularly for those in construction, engineering, or leadership roles. 

The year 2026 is also a time for taking calculated risks and achieving long-term goals.

For health and emotions, feng shui experts claim that there is high energy that can lead to stress, burnout, or aggressive, emotional reactions. 

A balanced, healthy lifestyle is crucial to managing this intensity.

And for relationships, the fast-moving nature of the year can cause volatility in relationships, requiring patience.

Countering bad luck, according to experts, connotes best practices, which include planning carefully before acting to avoid instability; simplifying life to reduce noise and increase luck, and wearing your animal sign’s lucky colors (whether in clothing or accessories) for protection and good fortune. 

But as feng shui experts always remind us, these are just guidelines and a full, fortunate life requires our faith and hard work.

Because at the end of the day, it is we who make our own destinies.