After every flurry of activity comes a retreat to regroup and recharge. This repose provides space and time to reflect upon where we are in the scheme of things and ascertain how a task, goal, or thing can be manifested in a more perfect way or form. Such is the situation as we leave the Dragon and enter a new lunar year—the Year of the Snake.
Coming off a dynamic Year of the Wood Dragon in 2024, the creative force in the cycle of life continues with the Wood Snake, albeit this year with more caution as the Year of the Snake brings a new energetic influence to the table that is more circumspect and introspective.
The Dragon Versus the Snake
While the dragon that precedes the snake is flashy and energetic, the charming and graceful snake is cool, mysterious, and subtle in manner and behavior. Owing to its suspicious and insecure nature, the snake is a guarded, cautious, and keen observer who reflects on events and notices things. Whereas dragon energy is bold, ambitious, and charismatic, snake energy is more refined and elegant. Snake achieves refinement (hence perfection) through reflection and the pursuit of knowledge.
Toni Krehel
AP
Toni Krehel, AP has been in private practice since 1997 serving the holistic health care needs of children and adults in the Jacksonville FL area. Specializing in chronic illness and post vaccine syndromes, she writes articles and provides continuing education for the Chinese Medical profession.
