Lunar New Year 2026–The Year of the Fire Horse (February 17-March 3, 2026)

After a turbulent Year of the Snake, which many of us have experienced with unexpected surprises, accidents, and problems as well as moments of joy and heroism, the Year of the Fire Horse is galloping in to change the aftermath and collateral damage of 2025.

With the continued shambolic regime of a demonic, depraved. deranged demagogue, what can be in store for us?

The Lunar New Year starts on February 17, but many people start thinking of the animal sign on the first of the New Year.  While the Dragon is the luckiest symbol in the Chinese Zodiac, the Horse symbolizes a strong desire for freedom and a spirited nature, and represents both physical strength and the ability to overcome obstacles with energy and enthusiasm.

A system of twelve animals (not unlike the western zodiac with symbols for each of the twelve months) the Chinese zodiac is organized according to the order in which animals (including the mythic dragon) were converted by the Buddha.  The first was the Rat (not ugly and inauspicious as in European mythology) and the Horse is the seventh among the twelve. The spirit of the Horse is recognized in the Chinese zodiac as energetic, elegant, warm-hearted, intelligent and able, but also capricious  with a  skittish and anxious nature that gallops unrestrained. Prepare for a thrill ride ahead.

The year of the Fire Horse is supposed to  favor bold action, visibility and growth — but only for those who can avoid burnout. In simple terms, the year of the Fire Horse indicates rapid change, fresh opportunities, personal growth, and a faster pace of life.

In Chinese astrology, a Horse year is considered a fortunate year.  Horses were believed to be magical, to fly (like Pegasus), but with the Chinese Bodhisattva Guan Yin as its rider.  Her white Horse flies through the heavens, bringing peace and blessings.  In the Year of the Horse, sustainable habits are better than working in short bursts of intensity.

So, have your New Year’s resolutions include:

• Regular movement and exercise that you can consistently maintain over time
• Practicing meditation, journaling, or time spent outdoors.
• Creating clear boundaries around when and how you rest, remembering that it’s essential, not optional.

But don’t over-schedule, ignore exhaustion or fatigue, or confuse busyness with being productive.

If it’s right, then don’t overthink it.    Take a leap and fly. But have impulse control not to overdo it.   Enjoy the Year of the Fire Horse!