Chinese zodiac: Five animal signs are favoured by luck this week (Image: Getty)
The Chinese New Year, which falls on January 29, 2025, marks the beginning of the Year of the Snake.
Unlike the Dragon, which is associated with power, strength, confidence, and ambition, the Snake symbolises wisdom, intuition, and transformation.
Though not inherently linked to good luck, unlike the Dragon and the Pig, the Snake could bring good luck to some in 2025. Until then, “luck will favour five Chinese zodiac signs”, says tarot reader and astrologer Valeria Black.
Sharing her astrological insights with Your Tango, she revealed that the Dragon is among those set to “attract success” from December 16 to 22.
She credited the I Ching hexagram of luck, “wind over mountain,” which changes to “water over wind”, revealing “the nature of luck when one seizes it the right way”.
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The Year of the Wood Dragon has been notably unlucky for those born in Dragon years (Image: Getty)
1. Rabbit
People born in Rabbit Years (1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011), particularly those under 20 years old, will find luck coming “from every direction” and area of life this week.
Being receptive to it is important, even for those older than 20. The key is to engage in child-like energy, according to Valeria. She noted that white and blue are considered lucky charms for those born in the Year of the Rabbit this week.
2. Horse
Good luck this week is heading to those born in the Year of the Horse (1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, and 2014). Valeria claimed that it presents itself in gastronomic ventures and all things food-related. She suggested making this week about the pleasure of eating delicious food and learning about the world through such a lens.
The exact source of luck may surprise those born in Horse years and be inspiring. Lucky colours, white and blue, are shared by the Rabbit and Horse this week.
There are 12 animal signs in the Chinese zodiac (Image: GETTY)
3. Dragon
The Chinese zodiac animal representing the year you were born is not typically lucky when the 12-year cycle sees it roll around again. And that has certainly been the case for those born in Dragon Years (1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024).
Despite being known as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune, the Dragon hasn’t fared as well as other animal signs, like the Ox. However, Valeria says this will change this week. “Dragon, your luck this week encourages you to step out of your comfort zone and embrace life for everything it has got! You will find something intriguing waiting for you around every corner”, she urged.
The astrologer suggested making the most of what’s left of the Year of the Wood Dragon by expanding your social network through events and activities. As for lucky charms, look out for the colour red.
4. Tiger
Those born in the Year of the Tiger (1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, and 2022) will find their ability to attract success this week stems from their creative endeavours. Valeria urged: “Lean hard into this area, and your luck will continue to shine. You grow lucky when engaging with people with a unique perspective of the world in the field you are a part of.”
The astrologer suggested that luck may be found while travelling, and the colour white, particularly white roses, symbolises good fortune this week.
5. Monkey
People born in the Year of the Monkey (1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016) will find their luck is heavily entwined with money this week. Valeria spoke of such luck as “bringing gold” in a literal and metaphorical sense be it through a career or personal relationships.
Three colours, blue, green, and yellow, will be lucky for those born in Monkey Years this week. Valeria added: “Yellow flowers will also boost your luck at this time.”
