January 2021 I Ching Horoscopes

Pisces 

Your January trigrams are Li (Fire) over K’an (water) and the hexagram is called Wei Chi or before completion. January will bring you the chance to get to grips with a project or a problem that needs sorting out. This hexagram is telling you that you need to get the correct perspective to actually work things out. K’an represents the danger that you will let your emotional side predominate. Li is telling you to get clarity before you act. You need to see the situation as it truly is. K’an rules the kidneys and maybe is telling you it’s time to let go of some ideas that are holding you back. Li rules the eyes and the intellect. Really look and engage your brain before acting. 

Aries 

Your January trigrams are Ch’ien (Heaven) over Ch’ien (heaven) and the hexagram is also called Ch’ien – The Creative. This hexagram is pure fiery tang energy and will give your fiery sign a huge boost in January. You have a great opportunity to get ‘into the zone’ – that flowing state when things happen with no effort. Guard against the temptation to try too hard, to organise too much. Don’t get impatient – just be yourself at your best. Learn to be comfortable in your own skin. Have the courage to let Chien take you where you need to be. Who you are is much more important than anything you do. 

Taurus 

Your January trigrams are Ch’ien (Heaven) over Chen (Thunder) and the hexagram is called WuWang or Innocence (The unexpected). The creative energy of Ch’ien needs the arousing thunder or Chen to achieve maximum potential. This may be uncomfortable for a fuel earth sign like yours. Resist the temptation to be stubborn and resist change – however uncomfortable. The change is necessary if you to achieve what you need to do. You need to remember not all changes are bad. They can bring an improvement. Communication will be important and remember communication is two way. Understanding what is being communicated is important in January. 

Gemini 

Your January trigrams are Chen (Thunder) over Ch’ien (heaven) and the hexagram is called Ta Chuang or The power of the great. As a mutable air sign you are naturally adaptable and that will stand you in good stead in January. The cosmic creativity of Heaven is underpinning and driving the change indicated by Chen. It could be a wild ride! But trust that everything is happening in its own appointed time and in the correct way. Perseverance will be your best approach. Keep on keeping on and listen to your inner wisdom. 

Cancer 

Your January trigrams are Sun (Wind) over Tui (Lake) and the hexagram is called Chung Fu or Inner Truth. You have a strong sense of what is right and what is wrong both in yourself and in others. You may try to persuade others if you sense they are heading off in the wrong direction. Sun is telling you the best approach is to be gentle with them and yourself. Sun is all about penetration – the way the wind can penetrate thought the smallest gaps. When change is needed it is best driven by feelings and understanding the need rather than force of will. You can lead a horse to water – you cannot force him to drink sadly – until he wants to. Some people take a long time to understand what they need. But being gentle with yourself also means taking to play. Tui is encouraging you to find time to enjoy the good things in life while you wait. 

Leo 

Your January trigrams are K’an (Water) over Sun (Wind) and the hexagram is called Ching or The Well. The sub heading of this chapter is ‘Don’t remain locked in a conventional view of the way things work.’ K’an is warning about a hidden danger. Letting your stubborn side take over could lead you straight into that danger. Your sign is fixed and your fiery element does not sit well with either the wind or the water. It may be uncomfortable but the Sun is encouraging you to reflect on whether your view of someone is actually correct and whether they are really benefiting you. K’an rules the kidneys – the organ that keeps you healthy by getting rid of things that could harm you. Whether it’s an idea, or a person you need to let it go. 

Virgo 

Your January trigrams are K’an (Water) over Li (Fire) and the hexagram is called Chi Chi or After completion. January is a time when you can look back and think – you know what I did OK. But don’t let renewed self-confidence lull you into forgetting all the changes you made to get you to this point. That would be like a dieter who binges and forgets all the good eating habits when they reach their goal weight. K’an is warning you of the dangers of slipping back to old ways. Li rules the heart and is telling you to love yourself enough to continue on the path. Yes – one thing is completed but you still have a way to go yet. 

Libra 

Your January trigrams are K’un (Earth) over Chen (Thunder) and the hexagram is called Fu or The turning point. January is a month when you need to confront something or someone. Chen is going to bring a new perspective – shine a light on things that need to be examined in greater detail. It may not be comfortable and your instinct may be to avoid it, but don’t. K’un is telling you to be receptive, reflective, gentle. Chen is encouraging you to really listen for communication which may come like a bolt from the blue. Harmony can only be restored in future if you confront things now. Be decisive – grasp the opportunity to make lasting changes for the better. 

Scorpio 

Your January trigrams are Sun (Wind) over K’un (Earth) and the hexagram is called Kuan or Contemplation. You have a simple view of the world – right and wrong are clear. Facts are true and either good or bad. In January you need to find a different perspective. Remember ‘beauty lies in the eye of the beholder.’ Just because you find something beautiful does not mean other people cannot look at it and see it as ugly. K’un is asking you to be receptive to the idea that there are few absolutes in life. Sun is asking you to be gentle with those who see the world in a different way to you. They may well have something to teach you. Both hexagrams are encoring you to reflect on your own attitudes and how they impact on others. 

Sagittarius 

Your January trigrams are K’an (water) over Chien (Heaven) and the hexagram is called Hsu or Waiting. Waiting is not something that comes naturally to you but it will be worth it. Chien is telling you creative dynamic forces are working in your favour. K’an is warning you to be patient and wait for things to happen at the right time and not to give in to doubt. Sometimes being still is the hardest thing to do. Cultivating stillness in January will be worth the effort and save you a lot of frustration. Chien rules the head. It indicates wisdom and knowledge. You are being encouraged to use your wisdom and knowledge. K’an rules the ears so use yours wisely and remember it’s easier to hear things when it’s still and quiet. 

Capricorn 

Your January trigrams are Ken (Mountain) over K’an (Water) and the hexagram is called Meng or Youthful folly. The self-control and discipline represented by K’en is natural for you but remember there is a thin line between perseverance and stubbornness. K’an is warning you against being stubborn. ‘Youthful folly’ often represents not realising you have something to learn. You have to understand you NEED to learn before it can happen. K’an rules the ears and the kidneys. The ears represent your ability to take information in and the kidneys represent your ability to get rid of things and attitudes that are unhelpful. Realising you don’t ‘know it all’ is not a sign of weakness. 

Aquarius 

Your January trigrams are Sun (Wind) over Tui (Lake) and the hexagram is called Chung Fu or Inner truth. January will bring the opportunity to start some important learning. To benefit from it, the Sun is telling you that you need to concentrate and reflect on what your inner truth is. Don’t allow yourself to be indecisive though. Tui is about recognising your own spirituality. Our truth is driven by our thoughts which we express as words. This hexagram is also warning you not to underestimate how powerful your thoughts and words can be. Tui rules speech. This hexagram is warning you to think before you speak.