Year of the Tiger 2022 predictions
No Chinese New Year celebration is complete without reading up on your Chinese zodiac predictions. Just like our love for horoscopes and astrology, it’s fun to know what your huat levels are going to be in terms of career and finances, whether you’ll be in the pink of health, and whether Cupid’s set his sights on you.
Instead of bogging you down with Feng Shui cheemology that you’ll need to consult master shifus to decipher, here are the quick and digestible Year of the Tiger 2022 predictions for your Chinese zodiac sign. To help remedy any bad juju, we’ve also included tips to make the most of your Year of the Tiger.
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1. Tiger – Shabby love luck, opportunities for windfall
2022 is your year to prosper, and career will be at the forefront. There’ll be opportunities aplenty for windfall, but be prudent in terms of investments and business dealings so you don’t lose a chunk of your savings due to carelessness.
Meanwhile, your love luck will leave much to be desired. Singletons will need to remain patient in their pursuit of romance, while attached Tigers have to tide through turbulent chapters with their partner.
Although there are no major medical complications to worry about this year, minor ailments might plague you especially during sudden changes to the weather.
Tiger birth years: 2022, 2010, 1998, 1986, 1974, 1962, 1950
2. Rabbit – Increased risk of accidents, stellar romance forecast
Drivers ought to be extra careful on the roads to prevent any casualties
Hooray, Rabbit folk; your love luck is off the charts in 2022. Come the new Lunar New Year, your charm and magnetism will be highly pronounced, turning the heads of many a potential suitor.
Financial matters will mostly be stable, with no mishaps that require you to dip into your savings. If anything, the generally frugal Rabbit signs can learn to be a tad looser with their purse strings, and treat themselves with the generosity which they usually extend to loved ones.
In terms of health, proper stress management and being extra conscious of your surroundings will be of utmost importance. This is because frequent headaches and increased risk of accidents are part and parcel of your Year of the Tiger prediction.
Rabbit birth years: 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963, 1951
3. Dragon – Focus on self before finding romance, keep stress at bay
Keep your stress levels in check to prevent the development of serious health issues
If there’s one dating tip for single Dragons to take note of in 2022, it’s focusing on yourself and getting to know what you bring to the table, so you can sit back and relax till Ms or Mr Right comes along.
Stress has a high chance of doing a number on your health, so keep close tabs on your H2O levels and make sure you’re hitting all your recommended nutrient intake. That’s right, no more subsisting on a fast food diet and being picky when it comes to fruits and veggies.
For those looking to make big business dealings or risky money decisions, it may be best to wait till the final months of the Lunar calendar for maximum stability.
Dragon birth years: 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964, 1952
4. Snake – Be wary of saboteurs, stay active to boost metabolism
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Snakes may be known as symbols for treachery and betrayal, but it is you who needs to be wary of frenemies according to your Year of the Tiger predictions – especially within the workplace. When all else fails, buckle down and stay in your own lane, and you will be handsomely rewarded in time to come.
Attached Snakes may face trouble in paradise, but hold firm to the foundations of your relationship and this too shall pass.
While your health fortune for 2022 may not be the best, it’s nothing that regular exercise and a more active lifestyle won’t help with. You’d also benefit from a healthier diet with reduced fast food and tidbits. Remember, your metabolism ain’t gonna be the same forever.
Snake birth years: 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965, 1953
5. Horse – Challenges in love life, advised to quit bad health habits
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but the Horse sign has one of the worst love luck forecasts for 2022. The silver lining is, if you and your boo can withstand this test, there’s little else you’ll have to fear in terms of being broken apart in future years.
Health wise, minor ailments seem to be plenty throughout the year. So if you’ve been thinking of quitting bad habits like smoking or excessive drinking, now’s as good a time as any.
In terms of finance and career, Horse folks are predicted to face frequent setbacks and lack of progression. Keep your chin up and your spirits high, and your determination will be recognised in due time.
Horse birth years: 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954
6. Goat – Potential love match or marriage, career accomplishment
Goat hearts are a-fluttering this year, as singletons cross paths with a promising match and wedding bells ring for attached folks yet to wed. Mark your calendars for the month of September, as that is when your love luck is predicted to be in full bloom.
As far as health advice goes, you’ll want to pay closer attention to your gut health and nutrient intake in particular. Remember, not supplying your body with the nutrients that it needs could lead to digestive ailments like constipation and – in more severe cases – colorectal complications.
Last but not least, some career news worth celebrating: those who have been slogging it out in work will be seeing the fruits of their labour in the Year of the Tiger.
Goat birth years: 2015, 2003, 1991, 1979, 1967, 1955
7. Monkey – Encouraged to find new passion, reassess romance
Sky’s the limit as discover new passions this year, from skateboarding to pole dancing.
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Finances are stable for the Monkey sign all through 2022, but prepare to be plagued by low spirits. This can in turn do a number on your overall health and wellbeing, so start early and seek out new passions that can ignite a spark in your day-to-day. This could mean trying out new fitness activities, artistic expressions, or even learning to cook.
Those in relationships need to reassess whether their partner is evolving alongside them in terms of personal growth, and get out of a stagnation rut to prevent resentment and quarrels in the long run.
Monkey birth years: 2016, 2004, 1992, 1980, 1968, 1956
8. Rooster – Excellence at work, but potential of burning out
You know you have a problem when you can’t “switch off” from work even beyond office hours
It’ll be a year of chionging at work for Rooster signs, with numerous opportunities for progression or recognition for excellence in general. You’ll experience a burst of vigour and even feel more empowered to take on tasks – or people…ahem – you once found intimidating.
Make sure to maintain balance to avoid burning out. Fire and Earth Rooster signs – meaning folks born in 1945, 1957, 2005 and 2017 – in particular are predicted to have worrying health luck.
Singletons are encouraged to step out of their comfort zone to forge new connections where possible. 2022 may very well be the year you meet someone who checks all your boxes.
Rooster birth years: 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969, 1957
9. Dog – High chance of dating troubles, prioritise mental health
When it comes to affairs of the heart, Dog signs need to be extra wary of manipulation and other dating red flags.
Those who feel like they’ve stagnated in terms of career progression and financial growth will be pleased to know that the Year of the Tiger will end that dry spell. Prepare to reap abundance and journey closer to the next financial milestone in life.
Dog signs are encouraged to practice not just good habits for physical health, but TLC for mental health as well. Otherwise, excessive stress and temper imbalances may manifest into physical ailments, particularly in the middle of the Lunar year.
Dog birth years: 2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970, 1958
10. Pig – Great love luck but inner uncertainty, strong health forecast
2022 is the year of social prosperity for Pigs, from the workplace to friends and love matches.
Pig signs who feel guarded and distrusting can learn to let go a little this year, as your fortune predicts benefactors aplenty in terms of your work and social life in general.
On the romance front, single folks will encounter several suitors and those with a significant other will enjoy bliss and stability. However, the onus will be on you this year to stay dedicated as you may face phases of uncertainty and wavering commitment.
As part of the Year of the Tiger predictions, 2022 is said to bring about a cleansing energy for Pig signs, which decreases their risk of falling ill and allowing them to bounce back to full HP even if they succumb to sickness. That said, this isn’t your sign to behave like a Covidiot.
Pig birth years: 2019, 2007, 1995, 1983, 1971, 1959
11. Rat – Advised to save more, strong charisma but potential drama
The money forecast for Rats this year shows potential crises, so it’s advised to be more frugal and keep a steady pool of savings in case of dire financial need.
The good news is that your charisma levels will be through the roof. That said, be careful of sending the wrong signals to those you are not serious about, which may add more heartbreak and frustration in your life. When in doubt, open communication is key to all romantic and social situations.
Fatigue is the Rat sign’s biggest health obstacle in 2022. As far as possible, take things easy and schedule me time on the regular, on top of keeping your diet and exercise in check.
Rat birth years: 2020, 2008, 1996, 1984, 1972, 1960, 1948
12. Ox – Minor health woes, potential financial abundance abroad
Newer couples can look forward to progressing from the honeymoon stage into something more serious and stable
Ox signs are forecasted to experience minute health troubles like digestive and skin woes, which may fester into more serious conditions if not nipped in the bud.
As far as love luck is concerned, 2022 will be a year of maturing for couples. Think in terms of communication style, alignment of goals, and preventing unrealistic #couplegoals expectations from brewing tension and dispute.
Career and money wise, predictions show strong chances of financial abundance overseas – be it working abroad, investing in global shares, or striking up business collaborations with foreign ties.
Ox birth years: 2021, 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, 1961, 1949
Chinese zodiac sign predictions for the Year of the Tiger
Like donning your best bai nian OOTD and eating your weight’s worth in bak kwa and pineapple tarts, reading up on you and your loved ones’ Chinese zodiac predictions is one of those quintessential parts of Chinese New Year.
Of course, it’s unrealistic to try and navigate the year while strictly adhering to the Year of the Tiger 2022 predictions and fortune forecast. Instead of letting not-so-auspicious predictions bog you down, take these forecasts with a pinch of salt and just live your best life.
Whether your luck rating is a thumbs up or down, practising healthy financial habits, living a healthy and balanced lifestyle, and fostering positive relationships with those around you will do you no harm.
Predictions adapted from: Geomancy Center for Applied Feng Shui Research and The Chinese Zodiac.