Chinese New Year 2020 - Year of the White Rat

Every year, I look forward to Lillian Bridge’s forecast for the upcoming Lunar New Year. 2020 is a big year - the start of a new 12 and 60-year cycle. This is a significant and dynamic year for all of us!

Read through her very detailed year forecast below and then scroll down to read your individual one by animal!

Individual Animal Forecasts for 2020

🐀 Rat* - Water Element: 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020 This is a somewhat stressful year, less so for those turning 60. This is a good year for moving, changing jobs and for starting new projects. Rats will have to work hard but try to save money, as you will spend it easily.

🐂 Ox - Earth Element: 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009 and 2021 This is a lucky year, especially for making a return on previous investments of all kinds. Health problems clear up and there is renewed energy and motivation. Oxes will be feeling much more optimistic.

🐅 Tiger - Wood Element: 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022 This is a year where there will be financial worries, but it is a very good year for socializing. Tigers have a chance of becoming known for their special talents and this will lead to future rewards.

🐇 Rabbit* - Wood Element: 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011,2023 This is not an easy year for Rabbits as they will feel more tired than usual and will need to take good care of their health. There will be more unexpected expenses, but this is a good year for investing.

🐉 Dragon - Earth Element: 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024 This is an outstanding year with lots of opportunity available. Dragons will feel healthier and more energized. They can accomplish a lot, especially with new ventures in business and there is luck in romance.

🐍 Snake - Fire Element: 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025 This is a stable and calm year for Snakes. Progress can be made in business and finance and debts can be cleared or lessened. It is a good year for making plans and preparing for the future.

🐎 Horse* - Fire Element: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026 This is a somewhat difficult year for Horses, as there will be extra expenses and they will feel less energetic than usual. They will find themselves feeling a bit more short- tempered and need to think before they speak.

🐑 Sheep - Earth Element: 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027 This is supposed to be a restful year for Sheep and they need to spend time recuperating and recharging. However, there will be steady progress in business and making money and relationships are harmonious.

🐒 Monkey - Metal Element:1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028 This is an excellent year for Monkeys. They will be more creative and inventive. Business will expand, along with income; relationships are happy; and they will feel healthy and energetic.

🐓 Rooster - Metal Element: 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981,1993, 2005, 2017, 2029 Roosters will want to retreat this year, as the energies will feel chaotic to them. They will be more reserved emotionally, but they will be more creative. There may be some hidden or surprising expenses.

🐩 Dog - Earth Element: 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030 This is an exciting year for Dogs and they will need to remember to rest. They will want to expand their business and will talk more about their dreams, but need to take things slower than they want to go.

🐖 Pig - Water Element: 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031 This is a somewhat uncomfortable year for Pigs, as they will experience more change than they like. But it is a good chance for them to re-organize, rediscover and restart things, if they can overcome their resistance.

*Rats, Rabbits and Horses will find this year to be more difficult, so they should carry an Ox charm for protection to bring more luck their way. But remember that this only means that they may have to: work harder; move; travel more; change jobs; start a new job; get married; or have a baby – the Chinese call it experiencing “Good Bad Luck.”