Just like every year, the Year of the Wood Dragon 2024 also comes with its share of good and challenging times. In Chinese astrology, predictions are made for the 12 zodiac animals based on cosmic alignment. Since 2024 celebrates the mythical Dragon, a powerful and vital creature embodying promising opportunities, this year is characterised by overall good luck. However, some animals will also clash with the Dragon’s hot temper and sharp tongue, spelling doom on their fate. Let’s take you through the unluckiest Chinese zodiac signs in 2024, expected to encounter more challenges than others.
Did you know that every Lunar New Year, there are a couple of zodiacs that offend tai sui (the guardian deities) and traditional belief holds that these folks receive bad luck because of that? Their lucky streak is interrupted by the presence of cursed stars, making them more susceptible to accidents, gossip, career downfalls and more. Here are five unlucky Chinese zodiac signs that could have a tumultuous year.
Unluckiest Chinese zodiac signs in Year of the Dragon 2024
Dragon zodiac years: 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024..
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As ironic as this sounds, Dragons might not be lucky in their own zodiac year. 2024 marks the Year of the Dragon, also called ‘Ben Ming Nian’. In Chinese culture, Ben Ming Nian can at times bring poor fortune. The reason behind this is none other than tai sui, the deity who oversees the fortune and fate of all living beings. Tai sui changes each year and is at odds with people who share his zodiac sign. So, Dragons, since you’re offending Tau Sui in 2024, be ready to face bad luck, misfortune, conflicts with family/ friends/ colleagues and more.
How can Dragons boost their luck?
According to the South China Morning Post, Feng shui master Tong Pik-ha suggests, Dragons can magnify their luck with auspicious events like getting married, starting a family, buying property or venturing into a new business. To appease tai sui, you can also adorn red clothes, jewellery, jade accessories or an amulet of your zodiac sign.
Goat zodiac years: 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015
This year is a mixed bag of prosperity and challenges, Goats. While you will reap the rewards of your efforts and inch closer to your goals as well as increase your wealth, it’s also a year of encountering individuals who will provoke irritation and aggression and ultimately impede your progress. Rather than losing calm and breaking close relationships, you should have patience and understanding for others. Money disputes also cloud your luck, so be vigilant about lending to friends and family.
It might feel like the universe is working against you, but remember you’re not the only one facing challenges. Cultivate a sense of rationality, and realise that the world doesn’t revolve around your experiences.
How can Goats boost their luck?
Pay close attention to your entourage, because they’re the only ones that’ll help you navigate the obstacles you face this year.
Dog zodiac years: 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018..
Dogs, your incompatibility and conflicts with Dragon are why 2024 won’t be as smooth when it comes to career, health, and finances. As opposed to the dominant and adventurous personality of the Dragon, you are humble, sensitive and careful. While Dragons like to take charge and lead, you like to cooperate and people-please. These personality clashes are what cloud your lucky stars.
Additionally, a big, cursed star will affect your finances this year, so steer clear of making any aggressive investments. Health and home aren’t your strongest suit this year either.
How can Dogs boost their luck?
Since you don’t have any lucky stars to rely on, determination and resilience will guide you towards better days. To further wash bad luck away, Tong Pik-ha recommends buying property, starting a family or any such propitious event that marks the beginning of something. Engaging in social gatherings like attending weddings or parties will also boost your luck.
Ox zodiac years: 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021..
Misunderstandings and bad gossip will get the better of you this year, all because of your clash with tai sui. 2024 signifies a period of great transformation, so it’s time to break away from your old patterns to become more adaptive and embrace change.
While you’re just like Dragon when it comes to determination and work ethic, the fire-breathing creature won’t favour your practical and rational approach to life as it conflicts with their creative and imaginary spirit. Oxes, it’s time to blend tradition with innovation and find new ways of solving old problems.
How can Oxes boost their luck?
Thankfully, a lot of lucky stars are by your side when facing obstacles. Whenever you face failures and setbacks, there will be benefactors to help you out. Since bad stars are looming over your health and home, it will be beneficial to incorporate Feng Shui principles to clear the negative energies. It’s time to renovate and refresh the vibes of your home.
Rabbit zodiac years: 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023..
Rabbits, pay extra attention to your surroundings and actions in the latter half of 2024, as this is the time when misfortune knocks at your door. Your clash with Tia Sui aka the Grand Duke of Jupiter will lead to conflicts at work, health challenges, and familial discord. 2024 is also a bad year for networking and building interpersonal relationships.
How can Rabbits boost their luck?
Your intuition is your biggest strength, which will shield you in difficult situations and help you stay grounded. Be careful and exercise caution when it comes to financial matters. It’s advisable to delay any big, life-altering plans in 2024 as they might not fructify in the best way. Since you’re more prone to getting into accidents and sustaining injuries in 2024, Tong Pik-ha suggests donating blood or getting your teeth cleaned at the dentist in the second or eighth month of the lunar calendar. This will balance the bad energy.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
– Which Chinese zodiac sign will be unluckiest in 2024?
Dragon, Dog, Goat, Rabbit and Ox will be unlucky in the Year of the Dragon 2024.
– Which Chinese zodiac sign will enjoy luck in 2024?
Pig and Monkey will attract massive luck in 2024.
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