Chinese astrology is based upon a combination of yin and yang; the five elements of fire, earth, metal, water and wood; and the 12 animals of the zodiac. A lunisolar calendar is followed, dictated by the rhythms of the solar system. Water Monkey Month: August 7 to September 6 Elements of the month: yang metal and water The seventh month of the Chinese calendar represented by the Water Monkey, Geng Shen.
The Monkey corresponds to the hours of the day between 3pm to 5pm. The Monkey relates to commerce, creativity and activity. This month is all about transformation! As we enter a very important time of the year, it’s time to gain control by resetting your boundaries and setting plans in motion for the second half of this powerful year.
You have the power to correct and recover, so be gentle on yourself and others using the positive energy of autumn to its fullest, without waste. In traditional Chinese culture, the energy of the Monkey is active, energetic and with a natural sense of leadership and innovation. Self-assured and determined, expressive and truthful, the nature of those born with a Monkey in their charts indicates they are passionate and enthusiastic about life.
The essence of the Monkey lends them great vitality with a tendency to dominate or teach those less aggressive than themselves. How Monkey-like are you? Born in the Monkey year: you love fantasy and thrive on mystery. You will be observant of your environment, resulting in you always being informed of even.