The year of the Pig is here! The Chinese New Year falls on February 5th, the new moon. Welcome the Earth Pig. If you are a follower of astrology, you know that this year will bring shifts in finances and self worth as long as you dedicate yourself to your own transformation. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Pig represents the receptive quality known as yin. Earth is all about staying grounded and meeting each day with an attitude of potential.

The last time we had an Earth Pig year was 1959. Pigs are all about generosity, honesty, optimism, and kindness. They enjoy simple pleasures and community gatherings. Now is the time to tune in to yourself and your attitude about life. How do you approach your days? What triggers you and what helps you enjoy life?

This two minute gratitude practice has completely shifted how I approach life – for the better! Try it for yourself and see what happens.

Keep a blank book and a pen or pencil by your bed. When you wake up, sit up in bed. Stretch your arms up skyward. Give thanks for another day on the planet. Now, open your book and start writing affirmations about yourself.

How do you want to see yourself? I honor beauty, strength, confidence, and connection to family and friends. Don’t think too hard. Let your creativity flow.

Now, what do you want to manifest? Write about work goals, life goals, and ways you want to shift your approach to life. I remind myself that, in all aspects of my day, I am a channel of divine energy. I ask for support from spirit as I go through my day.

Write for 2 minutes or until you feel complete. Feel the uplifting energy that come from devoting 2 minutes of your morning to yourself and your intentions. It is profound to start your morning by taking care of yourself.

This practice sets you up to be pro-active instead of reactive all day long. Magic is a shift in consciousness, a change in attitude. When you are willing to see life on the bright side as well as accept its challenges with a light heart, magic will follow. Align with Earth Pig’s grounded and kind-hearted energy and have a beautiful year to come!