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Embracing January's Transformative Energies: Astrology and Personal Growth for 2025

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Looking to harness the transformative power of 2025? Discover how January, the month of preparation, can set the stage for your year ahead. Through the lens of astrology, communication, and personal growth, we explore the transition from the Year of the Dragon to the Year of the Snake. As we navigate this shift, embrace the wisdom of the ox, symbolizing steady progress and patience. Clear out what's holding you back and forge a solid foundation for a year filled with dynamic change and personal evolution. 

Join us as we unpack how the energetic shifts in January provide a unique opportunity for introspection and self-discovery. Learn how to leverage lunar astrology to guide you through potential communication hurdles and geographic influences, with a special focus on understanding the significance of the goat and horse signs in your birth chart. This episode isn't just about forecasting; it's a call to action. Face the challenges of the new year with courage and prepare for February's distinct energies. Whether it's clearing emotional clutter or making impactful decisions, this is your chance to embrace the real you and thrive in the months ahead.

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QiPro Sam:

You gotta love a new year with all those resolutions and I can do betters and I'll do this and I'll do that. And then we hit the ground in January and we kind of hit the floor. Well, guess what? It's okay, no big deal, because January is not the beginning of 2025. We have that to reach in February. So this month you have a whole different agenda that you need to do to be ready to welcome the year of the snake in February.

QiPro Sam:

Curious to know more Thought. So I just want to give people a place to go to get information. I want them to enjoy learning about Chi and how it's easy to learn about it and affect change in your own life. So Chi Pro is here for the curious seekers and for the professionals looking to get ahead. It's about mine. I want to empower people with information because the one thing that can't be taken from you is your knowledge.

QiPro Sam:

As the last month of 2024, we're going to see a lot happen because the outgoing dragon of 2024 is kind of in a jousting position with the incoming snake of 2025. There's a new kid in town and she's a whole different creature from him. You see, january is something called Ding Chu. Ding is in fire. Chu is ox. Now the ox is a seemingly stoic and unshakable animal on the outside, yet within this January, ox lies a guiding fire that fuels its relentless drive. This is the creature, remember, that plows the fields of change one steady step at a time, carving deep lines into the cold, unyielding earth. Yep, you get me. I love to paint a picture, and this one is important. The ox does not shy away from hard work. Neither do you, neither did any of us in 2024. But now things are about to change. The ox embraces everything that's gone before and is setting a fabulous foundation, like it's really setting the template, if you will, for 2025. But the handover isn't complete. The ox is kind of furrowing into the earth and creating places where new things can grow, but the ox can't grow anything. That's going to be up to the snake.

QiPro Sam:

Now the ox also teaches us that change isn't always flashy. It's often quiet, determined and methodical. Now that's really important. I said to someone the other day a co-worker and I was kind of like wow, I feel like I'm walking through cement. And they looked at me and they're like oh, my God, yes. And I said you know, I'm getting ahead, I'm getting things done. I got lots of work going on the whole thing, but I feel like my progress is very slow. So I've kind of turned that around in my head a bit and I want you to do the same. It's quiet, determined and methodical. That's what we're doing. But if you're looking for some quick, flashy change this month, don't. You're setting yourself up for failure. That can come inside the actual 2025 year, but not yet Now.

QiPro Sam:

The hidden fire that's inside this ox, it burns with a guiding wisdom that requires both patience and persistence, and it's urging us to dig deep and sow the intentions that will bloom in the seasons ahead. So I kind of want you to understand that there's this light inside the ox. It's like a flashlight. You can't always see a flashlight at first, but it's there. So I need you to kind of trust, blindly, understand that your progress could be slow, but there is progress. So don't worry if things aren't playing out quite as you thought they would. Don't worry if things aren't playing out quite as you thought they would. There is a level of patience that's required this month and it's perfectly in line with the month. So, just in case you're raring to go and thinking, I made a resolution, I'm going to do this.

QiPro Sam:

Well, quite frankly, I don't believe that January 1st or I don't follow. I should say that January 1st is the beginning of the year that's coming up next month, in February. We are closing things out right now. We are cleaning the surfaces, we are organizing. That's what we're doing this month. So, in some respects, what I want you to do is understand that the universe is going to politely tap on your shoulder and say sit down down, be still and listen. Honestly, sit down, be still and listen. Now, who are you listening to? Well, it may have been the universe that tapped on your shoulder, but it's you you need to listen to. This is a time of thinking about what you want to do this year, because the snake is coming forward and she's going to encourage us to take off a very heavy coat that we've been wearing. A lot of weight has been on our shoulders a lot. We've carried a lot around with us and 2025 is going to help us release it. So what you need to do right now is think about what and who it is you want to release Now. I'm going to give you an example, because I think it helps to share. You know, if we're sitting down together. It's good to share these things back and forth.

QiPro Sam:

I've taken time already in this month and I'm a few days into the month recording this. I'm a little bit behind because I've been busy and I've been looking at the interactions with many people I know and who brings value to my life. Now, value isn't money or things, or prestige or something big. It's not a label. It's who makes space for me, who holds space for me, who welcomes me in, and those are the people that I'm going to spend more time with this year. Those are the people that are going to be prominent in my thinking and in my actions and everything I do. And the people that haven't held the space that fits for me, it's okay. I'm just going to release them. No hard feelings. But I'm going to move away from some people now because it's time and it's okay. They're going to do their own thing. So I want you to do the same thing.

QiPro Sam:

This isn't Mercury retrograde, this isn't other things that come up. This is totally different. This isn't the time to rush ahead. It's the season to cozy up with your thoughts. Let your inner voice have the mic and tune in to what truly calls you as the guide by your side, think cosmic flashlight with a hint of sass. That's me. I'm here to help you see the path that's unfolding. Even if it feels a bit foggy right now, even if, like me, you kind of feel like you're walking through cement, it's okay, you won't always be walking that way.

QiPro Sam:

January isn't just a month. It's your personal pregame, warm-up, prepping you for a brand new year that's bursting with possibilities. So sip your tea, take a breath and trust that this stillness is setting you up for something extraordinary. Now there are some things I'd like you to avoid in January. It's not the month to throw caution to the wind or, heaven forbid, make any rash decisions. Mm-mm. Now trust me this one.

QiPro Sam:

When I sort of uncover this, I'm like oh, that goes against my every being. I'm known for rather impulsive moves. However, quite a lot of the time, those impulsive moves are good, but even I had to sit back and think okay, okay, and you're going to hear in astrology, when we get to that, that this is a direct clash for me on something. So it's a very good month to be mindful. It doesn't mean I can't make big decisions or some fast decisions, but I do need to put some thought into it, and you may have to do that as well.

QiPro Sam:

Now, energetically, it's like dealing with a grumpy elder set in the ways, stubborn, resistant and refusing to budge. That's what January is. People around you, and maybe even you and me, will dig in their heels at the mere hint of change. Actually, I'm going to remove me from that because I do love change. I am one of those strange creatures that embraces change because I know it's the beginning of something great. But I also know that many fear change, and it's okay. But I also know that many fear change, and it's okay. You have to approach it at your comfort level. But I ask you to look at change as the wonderful opportunity that it is. And sometimes, when change presents it, comes forward in a forceful way. It's not a choice, but that's because you weren't making the choice. So the universe will send a method, it will send a messenger to bring that change to your door.

QiPro Sam:

Now here's the kicker the one thing we can always count on is change itself. So don't let the stubborn energy of the month back you into a corner. If you find yourself in a pickle whether it's a decision you can't make or a situation you can't untangle. Reach out and ask for help. The ox doesn't plow a field alone. It has a person there. Either there's two ox oxen or there's a, and there's often a person leading the ox. So do ask for help if you need it. If you're struggling getting through something, there's no shame in leaning on a friend, a mentor or even your cheeky cosmic guide that would be me to steer you towards clarity.

QiPro Sam:

Okay, I want to move into some feng shui and then I want to talk about some astrology. So let's start with how you max out your feng shui in January. So remember, feng shui is the art and science of how a space will affect you. It's the energetic Wi-Fi that we tap into for greatness and sometimes we inadvertently tap into it for problems. So it's all about understanding what that Wi-Fi is and what it can do for you. It's complex and yet it's super simple. Now, the most important takeaway when I talk about the feng shui is understanding that the monthly Wi-Fi I don't know your full home feng shui, but this monthly Wi-Fi I'm talking to is universal. It's happening to everyone. So this is something you can tap into without me.

QiPro Sam:

So I'm going to talk about two good areas, beneficial areas, and two areas that I consider that are problematic. Yes, I know there's eight full compass directions in some respects, but we're going to just highlight two on each side. So the first good one is the southwest. So find out where the southwest is, in your home, your apartment, your condo, even at work, if you need to. This has excellent financial opportunities in the in the area. So this is good for your home, for a business. Tap into it for increasing wealth and power. It's just a super. The Southwest this month of January has basically the money is what I'm going to say. It really does have the money and it's doubling up. So this is a unique time to really focus on your ideas for making money. If you're already employed, maybe this is an area you sit and discuss different types of work and how you can make more money or contribute more at work and possibly earn more money. But it's not just money, it's also power. The second area I like is the northeast. It's all about advancement for you here, so this is really good. So the southwest and northeast are great areas. If you're aiming for a promotion, use this area more so to make those calls and have those discussions and strategize. So there is power in the Southwest, but there's advancement in the Northeast. Two very different things, but they can be cohesive. So use those areas more, and this really is more about career.

QiPro Sam:

On these two Okay Now problematic areas, what have I got for you? Well, the first one is the West. How can I put this Problematic communication, determined behavior that challenges everyone In a nutshell? Avoid this area. It's just a no-gogo zone. The energy is doubling up in all of the areas, so this one is a double no-no.

QiPro Sam:

Okay, I'm not keen on it. There could be problems with arguments, bickering and problems with the actual mouth, with teeth can we say vomiting, and things. I don't think so. I think it's more the mouth and it's verbal and it's communication, with some fallback into the actual teeth and gums as well. It's just not a great area, so try to avoid it if you can.

QiPro Sam:

The other area I'm not so keen on is the South. It's a very feisty and fiery area this month Now. This is like ignitable conversations, things that just take off at high speed and you cannot control them. Is it real fire as well? Yes, it is. It's just an area that is problematic. So I would not use the South for important conversations because they may seem like they're going along really well and all of a sudden they'll just spark off in a different direction and you may lose control of the topic and the conversation, so it's not really beneficial.

QiPro Sam:

Now, I know you may not be able to avoid an area I speak to or even use an area I speak to. I do get that 100%. We can't always do that, but we try. So my goal is to give you areas that you can use more and less, so you can get the advantage this month. They're just to help. Now what really helps is the next part is our astrology forecast for January.

QiPro Sam:

Now remember, if you don't know your astrology chart, if you're new to me and this is one of the first times you're hearing my voice hop over to qiprosamcom, click on the astrology calculators and you'll find one for BATSA, which is Chinese astrology, or Daymaster, I think it's called and work out your chart and take a picture or a screen grab, because you need to know. For this particular forecast, we need to know the animals in your chart. So there are elements on top, animals below Now, the elements I use in something called a day master reading. That's on YouTube, but this one is all about the animals in your chart. So we're going to have a look at those, okay. So if you haven't got that, go grab it and then keep it on your phone, save the picture.

QiPro Sam:

So we're going to go through the animals and we're going to talk about clashes and harms and punishments and penalties. Now, these words are pretty hard and they're pretty tough sounding, but I will explain what they are, so stay with me. So my first question is do you have a goat anywhere in your birth chart? So that could be, you could be year of the goat, month of the goat, day of the goat, hour of the goat. Well, I've got to raise my hand here, because I do have a goat in a part of my chart and and this is kind of like, oh, this is not so fun for me because it's in a very personal area of my chart. So I know that there's going to be some change there. So I'm looking to that for, ok, there are some things I want to change, so this is the month to do that.

QiPro Sam:

So when we have a clash, it's like the universe giving you a firm nudge, or sometimes it feels like a full-on shove, but it's towards big change. It will feel disruptive. Sure, you may not like that and it might feel like someone's rearranging the furniture in your soul without asking. I get it, but here's the thing this discomfort is exactly where the most passionate growth happens. Clashes don't come to destroy. People worry so much about the word clash in astrology. Please move away from that. It's not how it is. When a clash comes, it comes to realign. It comes to force you out of the comfortable corner you've been sitting in and into the wide, open space of possibility. Yes, it's messy and yes, it can be frustrating as it occurs, but it's also the spark that ignites transformation. Lean into it, please, even when it feels awkward, because this is where you shed old layers and step into the version of yourself you were always meant to become. I love it for you.

QiPro Sam:

Now we need to talk at the end of the month, because I need to make sure this is good for me, because I personally have more coming up. Let's see if you do as well. So the second animal we're going to talk about is the horse. Do you have a horse anywhere in your birth chart? Once again, my hand goes up and I'm like, oh my God, this is a tough one. January is always tough for me, by the way, and I know that and I pace myself through it. That's the beauty of knowing Chinese astrology I know when to be slow, when to take more time out and when to advance. And this is a month of steady, eddie, and not piling too much on my plate and being mindful. So if you have a horse in your chart, you're with me and we're experiencing a harm this January chart. You're with me and we're experiencing a harm this January.

QiPro Sam:

So a harm in Chinese metaphysics can feel like an unwelcome shadow creeping into your energy and it brings feelings of isolation, doubt or even the sense that you've taken a wrong turn. And I will tell you a thousand percent, we are I'm recording this January 12th, so we're six days into the month, cause, like I said, I'm a little bit behind here and I have felt this and I had to remind myself the other day whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Sam, you are actually taking this out of context, you are imagining something that's not there and I so. It gave me great comfort and I hope it will do that for you as well, because I was able to look at my chart and say and see, and sort of look at. See, right, that's why you're feeling that way. So just, in a sense, take a chill pill, sam, it's all right. You need to let this unfold, because this harm it's the kind of vibe that makes you question everything and can leave you unsure of your next steps. And I'm telling you, I had that happening for a few days and I'm like what. And then I just kind of pulled back and I thought, no, no, you're okay. Remember the ox, steady Eddie, just keep going. You're allowing those feelings to take control over the facts. So it was very helpful and I hope you find it helpful too.

QiPro Sam:

Now here's the silver lining Harms aren't here to break you. They're here to teach you. This is your time to pause, tune into yourself and truly understand what you need. That's exactly what I've been doing and what I've taken from that too, and I advise you to do the same thing. I'm realizing I need to be completely honest. If something's not right, I need to say. If something is right, I need to say and maybe need's not the right word, because that makes it sound like something's missing I want to say I want to be part of the conversation and I want to be honest and be myself, and that's partly because the snake's advancing, and that's her agenda this year is to make sure we are all who we want to be and truly are.

QiPro Sam:

So, with this harm, don't rush forward blindly. Instead, realign with people who genuinely support you, and those who bring clarity and guidance rather than confusion or judgment. This moment is asking you to build a stronger foundation by knowing yourself better, so when the fog clears of January, you'll step forward with confidence and the right allies by your side. It's actually very powerful. Okay, let's look at another animal. In fact, I've had to pair these two together. So look to see if you've got a dog in your birth chart or a goat. So I kind of have to put my hand up again because I've got that goat right. So this one is something called the bullying punishment, and again the word punishment is like oh my God, it strikes fear. Right, don't do that those. These are just terms that were created many moons ago and we use them in Chinese metaphysics, but I love to explain. So let's do that together.

QiPro Sam:

You may feel backed into a corner with a bullying punishment. That's usually what it does, and it feels very overwhelming like the world has turned against you. But before you let the pressures consume, you pause and ask yourself is this situation as it seems, or could it be shaped by past choices or perceptions that you've made? And I have to say that I've made and the answer is yes. You see, sometimes we imagine adversaries where there are none, or we unknowingly set the stage for those conflicts from our earlier actions. Anytime we have a punishment there's many different kinds it's often related to our own actions in some format, and this one looks like someone's bullying us, but we have a role to play in that. So this is a bit of a time of reckoning for you, which is why I'm encouraging to proceed mindfully, slowly, calmly, methodically, because you didn't. It's not that you made mistakes before, but things, decisions and things you've done have brought you to this point.

QiPro Sam:

Now, if you do truly find yourself backed into the corner, don't stay there. Lift your head, square your shoulders and meet your adversary's gaze, not with aggression, but with calm confidence. Start the conversation. Kind words and clarity can diffuse tension and shift perspectives and, more often than not, turn a standoff into an opportunity for understanding and resolution. You see, we think, when we're backed into a corner, that we can't, there's no way out, because it's that. You know it's the thing. Oh, you're backed into a corner. There's no way out. Yes, there is, but you have to choose to want to come out of that corner and not come out kicking and fighting like the famous taglines or whatever they are. Choose to look squarely in the eye of the situation, which could be an adversary at first, but turn them into someone you can work with, not someone against. All right, one more animal to talk about? Oh, sorry, I have a couple. I just realized I forgot one. So we're going to get to that.

QiPro Sam:

Do you have a dragon in your birth chart? My hand goes up once again. I'm like bloody hell. This is not fun. Okay. So if you have a dragon in your birth chart, this is something called the destruction. Now destructions again. They can be tough, they really can. What's interesting with this one is we have a dragon year closing out, and if you have a dragon in your chart, combined with this ox of January, this is a bit of a heavy hit below the belt.

QiPro Sam:

As the dragon's energy bids farewell to 2024. It does not leave quietly dragons never do. It's on a fierce and unapolo, unapologetic rampage, tearing through anything outdated, stagnant or resistant to change, and if you have a dragon in your chart, you're about to feel this big time. But don't fear this fiery destruction. It it's not chaos for chaos sake. The dragon's destructive stance is a call to action, a cosmic bulldozer clearing the way for something new. This is your moment to embrace the rubble and see it as raw material for a rebuild, a renovation and a rebrand as you step into 2025. You see, the dragon demands boldness and vision. That's what 2024 was about, and if you've got a dragon in your chart, this is a big part of you and it's going to urge you to assess what no longer serves you and let it go without regret. In its wake, it leaves fertile ground for reinvention and, whether it's reimagining your career relationships or personal growth, channel this energy into creating a stronger, more aligned version of yourself, because it's time.

QiPro Sam:

So, when I looked at this, when I uncovered this for myself and I realized all the other action in my chart that could strike fear into some people, because this is three major hits for me this month and it could be for you too. You may have similar things in your chart, and yet I'm excited. I mean, as I speak with you now, I'm smiling because I realize, oh my God, this is it. This is what I've been waiting for. These are the changes I've been working towards and I'm so bloody excited. It won't all happen right this moment, because it's an ox month and things are not going to come as quickly as maybe I would like or as maybe as you would like, but they will come. So do not feel this destruction like, but they will come. So do not feel this destruction. It is brilliant.

QiPro Sam:

Now the last animal, the one I almost forgot, is to do with a combination. So do you have a rat in your birth chart? Well, if you do, this january the rat and the ox team up like an unexpected power duo and they bring their unique strengths together to create something truly special. The clever, resourceful rat pairs beautifully with the steadfast, hard-working ox, weaving a dynamic energy that sparks collaborations, opportunities and even unseen paths forward. The rat's knack for seeing opportunities others miss complements the ox's ability to put in the grind and plow the field. So very different animals here. If you have a rat in your chart and maybe you have an ox in your chart, very different attributes to your character from these animals. So they combine this month, which is very, very useful for you actually, and it makes this a time when ideas can be grounded in real useful for you actually. And it makes this a time when ideas can be grounded in real, tangible progress.

QiPro Sam:

Now, this combination encourages you to lean into teamwork and partnerships, knowing that together you can accomplish more than you ever could alone. Be open to new connections and trust that some of the most rewarding paths might not even be visible yet. They'll reveal themselves as you move forward with intention. And my favorite word, curiosity. The rat and ox energy reminds us that success isn't just about dreaming big. It's about aligning the right people, the right resources and strategies to make those dreams a reality.

QiPro Sam:

So, as we close up this forecast for January, the way to succeed is both easy and hard.

QiPro Sam:

I mean it is. I'm not going to lie to you. It's never a slam dunk, but I'm not worried about this month, but it is a moment of preparation. So, as mentioned, it's an energetically charged month with a lot of astrological energy firing on all cylinders. We have one year going and another year moving in, and this is their transition plate. This is their transition point. If you will, there's no avoiding this. Now you could hide from such disruption, or you can seize the opportunity for uncharted growth before February kicks off 2025. January is a month of intense self-work, so don't be shy. Deal with whatever comes your way, knowing that you will make good decisions that will transform your world. It's simply a matter of time, my friend, and it's time 2025 meets the real you Now. If you want to know more, if you want to know exactly what this means for you, hop over to my website and you know you can order your 2025 full forecast. Otherwise, I will see you next month for a talk all about February's snake as she enters. Thank you.