2026 - The Year of the Fire Horse is here... are you ready?

February 17th 2026, marks the beginning of Chinese New Year. This year we will be welcoming in the year of the Fire Horse. Blending the elements of Fire ( Passion, speed, rebellion and creativity and destruction walking hand in hand) with that of the horse ( independence, change and adventure) should prove to be a volatile and unpredictable year for many of us. Think extremes: it will present a high opportunity of personal advancement with an equally high possibility of burn out. Finding the balance and learning how to harness the Fire Horse energy will be the winning combination.

Globally we can expect massive shifts in power, lower birth rates, weather extremes and advances in technology, health and the beauty industry.

How does it effect you personally? That depends on your birth sign!

If you are a Rat - You may find yourself pushed out of your comfit zones during this time. Try to be more flexible and learn when to let go to avoid burn out.

If you are an Ox - Your stubbornness may be your undoing unless you temper it early. Change is inevitable so focus your energies on achieving the best results in one area of your life rather than all.

If you are a Tiger - This year is kind of made for you. Speak your truth and lead by example, but be wary of clashing egos with other tigers.

If you are a Rabbit - You may find the energies of this year overwhelming at first. Try to strengthen your personal boundaries and choose peace rather than conflict.

If you are a Dragon - This year should bring you more into the spotlight, but you should try to lead with sensitivity rather than dominance for best results. Remember that there are others who have their eye on the prize as well, so diplomacy will be important this year.

If you are a Snake - To get the most out of the Fire Horse energy, trust your intuition and always speak the truth. Deception or lies could be your downfall.

If you are a Horse - Although this is very much a positive year for you personally... though the costs may be a bit high as everything is intensified. Personal identity and freedom are your highlights for this year.

If you are a Goat - 2026 may not be the easiest of years, but it will foster an inner strength that will serve you well in the long term. Resilience is your key word, remember: what doesn't break you makes you stronger. Try to avoid solving the problems of the world and keep your focus centred within.

If you are a Monkey - Oh the mischief you can get up to this year! Expect a plethora of change, but remember pride comes before a fall.

If you are a Rooster - This year should show you the weaknesses and flaws in your plans. Try not to be too harsh on your self criticism though, instead redirect that energy into the positive changes you need to succeed.

If you are a Dog - This year will bring up many tests for you; particularly your loyalty and integrity. Beware of acting from a place of fear in difficult situations. You may be asked to be a voice for others this year, but it would be best to only carry your own load this year, not the weight of others.

If you are a Pig - This is a year of reinvention and re-evaluation of personal priorities. Focus on filling your cup for later, rather than just accepting any easy options offered.