Gui-Si Monthly Forecast (May 5 – June 4) | For Earth Elements (Wu & Ji): Resources are converging upon you. With a safety net beneath you, this is a month to move forward with complete confidence!

After Lixia on May 5th, we enter the Guisi month of the Bingwu year (5.5-6.4)~

The year of Bingwu and the month of Guisi is a very typical ‘extremely strong Seal Star + visible Wealth Star’ month for Wu earth and Ji earth.

The year pillar is Bingwu, the monthly branch has active Si fire, forming a semi-union fire formation. The fire is very strong, directly supporting the full strength of the earth’s seal star.

This means that the support, resources, learning ability, and inspirational insights that the Earth Five Elements receive will all be enhanced.

But at the same time, the monthly stem reveals the wealth star, forming a clash with the yearly stem’s seal star, so overall it will present a very interesting state:

Everyone will feel that on one hand, there are people supporting you, while on the other hand, you want to start becoming independent to ‘make money and implement ideas.’ This isn’t a conflict; rather, it is the reason you start actively seeking results after gaining confidence.

For strong Wu Earth and Ji Earth individuals, who are usually confident, steady, and resilient, but can also be stubborn: 

This month, the resource star is very strong, which will further enhance your sense of stability and desire for control. 

One thing to be slightly careful about is that when the resource star is too strong, you may tend to be conservative or want to do things according to your own understanding. When it comes to money and results, there may occasionally be situations where your judgment is slow or not flexible enough.

For those of the Wu Earth and Ji Earth types who are physically weak—meaning people who usually overthink, are prone to self-doubt, and rely on external recognition and support: this month is actually a noticeable ‘period of blessing.’ The star of support is strong, which essentially means someone is backing you, and the environment is helping you. You will find it easier to receive support and resources, or have someone to cover you at critical moments. You might feel that things you usually hesitate to try can be attempted this month, and unstable situations may gradually stabilize. For Wu Earth and Ji Earth individuals who are neither weak nor strong and are generally balanced, both of the above scenarios may occur in terms of fortune.

This month’s Earth element of Wu is strong with the partial Yin, so you are not just simply ‘being supported’; people will start looking at things from different perspectives, sometimes even going against convention.

Additionally, with direct wealth appearing, you are very clear that it ultimately comes down to ‘results and benefits,’ making this a very goal-oriented month.

Career: Able to dig up information that others cannot

For employees in the workplace: you may find that this month you don’t feel like doing things the way you used to. With strong Indirect Resource influence this month, you are more inclined to change your thinking, optimize your path, or even bypass inefficient processes.

You will also be more sensitive to information from the outside world, able to uncover things others cannot, with a very strong sixth sense. However, this may also make you overly sensitive, causing anxiety, or being manipulated by others.

Fortunately, with Direct Wealth influence this month, it means that ultimately you can put these adjustments into results, helping to moderate your ‘information hypersensitivity.’ For example, when you repeatedly struggle with a choice, you are able to make a decision based on the outcome.

This month is also suitable for observing and absorbing information, studying for various qualifications, or entering document review processes. It is favorable for those engaged in research, niche professions, or psychology-related fields.

For those with side businesses or engaged in commerce: The influence of the partial imprint this month will make you discover some ‘opportunities you hadn’t noticed before,’ such as changing channels, changing expressions, or changing strategies. 

The regular income will make you clearer about which ones can truly be monetized. This is a stage where you can ‘upgrade your way of making money.’

In terms of wealth: not taking the usual path

Relatively speaking, this month’s financial luck is quite favorable for some weaker Wu Earth individuals, who may have the chance to make money through some additional information channels, or obtain resources through professional titles, real estate, or information asymmetry. For some stronger Wu Earth individuals, this month you may appear a bit ‘stubborn,’ being overly sensitive and inflexible, missing some opportunities. However, as long as you are healthy and happy this month, that’s what matters~

In terms of relationships: quite individualistic

In May, people with Earth Wu (戊土) are relatively passive in terms of romance, but it is also a month where their personality is more outwardly expressed. You will pay more attention to your inner world and think about more ‘abstract’ issues such as the essence of marriage and the depth of a relationship.

In relationships, your style will be ‘rational with a bit of your own ideas.’ You will no longer completely follow the other person or the established pattern of the relationship but will start considering: how can this relationship be more suitable for me.

Overall, it is not a particularly favorable period for romance because the more one thinks, the more ‘closed off and indifferent’ one tends to be.

Relatively speaking, it is more favorable for those with weaker Earth Wu, who have a chance to meet good romantic prospects through learning, research, or teachers.

Children: Each is different

For girls with the Earth element of Wu, children may feel a bit ‘suppressed.’ They tend to have ideas but express them little, or they are relatively reserved and not very willing to speak. At this stage, it is better to guide them and listen more rather than directly giving conclusions. As long as communication flows, the overall problem is not significant.

For boys with the Earth element of Wu, children will be more ‘excited,’ and their emotions will be more apparent. During this period, their desire to express themselves will also surge. Parents need to prevent them from overexerting themselves and, to some extent, should limit their desire to go out and play, helping them restore their focus.

Academically: leapfrogging understanding

In May, people with the Earth element Wu have their understanding online, but it tends to be a ‘leaping understanding.’ The advantage is strong insight and the ability to infer one thing from another, but the downside is that they are prone to starting strong and ending weak. 

This month is relatively favorable for studying niche subjects, psychology, philosophy, or disciplines with a heavier metaphysical inclination. 

Regarding exams, everyone’s inspiration is quite strong. To put it plainly, guessing questions is easier to get right~ it is especially favorable for those with a weaker Wu Earth element.

Health-wise: easily drains energy

In May, Wu Earth belongs to a state of ‘quick-thinking but easily mentally drained.’ During the period when the indirect resource (偏印) is strong, people tend to be overly sensitive and generally find it difficult to be happy, because they are always thinking about relatively ‘abstract’ issues, then fall into a sense of helplessness and start internal consumption, leading to insomnia and anxiety. Mosquito suggests that everyone can engage in physical exercise to resist this mental-level pressure, or consider acupuncture treatment, and listen to white noise to soothe themselves.

This month’s Ji Earth will bring a feeling of being securely supported, while beginning to go with the flow to achieve results.

The strong presence of Direct Resource this month provides you with support, backing, and a sense of order. At the same time, the emergence of Partial Wealth allows you to see additional opportunities and increase flexible income amid stability.

Career: There are rules to follow

For working professionals: You will clearly feel that things are ‘rule-bound.’ The favorable influence of the main star makes it easier for you to understand the rules, adapt to processes, and be supported by the system. 

Many things do not require you to force your way through. Instead, following the rhythm can lead to good results. This is especially favorable for those within institutions or engaged in cultural and educational fields. 

If there are any document or paperwork-related approvals or applications, they can be advanced this month. 

At the same time, the presence of ancillary wealth this month will bring some extra opportunities, such as temporary projects, additional tasks, or cross-department collaboration. As long as you are willing to take them on, there is room for added benefits. 

For those with side businesses or in commerce: This month is suitable for expanding incrementally on a stable foundation. The main star represents a stable base, and matters related to contracts and documents can also be promoted this month. 

Ancillary wealth represents opportunity entrances. For example, old clients bringing new resources or existing projects extending in new directions. It is a stage where you can expand simply by going along with the flow.

In terms of wealth: beneficial for saving money

In May, Ji Earth is relatively stable and laid-back, so overall in terms of financial luck, it falls into the category of ‘increase within stability,’ making it a suitable period for saving money. Some Ji Earth may hope to obtain financial resources through real estate, professional titles, new job offers, or support from elders.

In terms of marriage and romance: more tolerant

In matters of romance this month, although Ji Earth may be somewhat passive, the Direct Resource will make you gentler, more tolerant, and more willing to maintain a stable relationship, though it may be somewhat less romantic. 

Single people can consider meeting potential partners through alumni, leaders, teachers, or introductions from elders, making it easy to encounter someone who makes you feel ‘at ease.’ 

For those in a relationship, overall things remain relatively stable this month, but you may need to be mindful of excessive concern from family members, which could cause some discomfort.

To children: Pay attention to the way you communicate

Children who are Earth-born girls are generally well-behaved in May. Parents can assign them some tasks according to their situation, and these tasks can be somewhat challenging. 

However, during this process, the children may experience some emotional or mood fluctuations, but with your guidance, they can gradually stabilize. Overall, things are ‘controllable and positive.’ 

Children who are Earth-born boys tend to be more outgoing in May. Parents can arrange more extracurricular interest activities and explore together with the children~

Academically: steady and solid progress

This month is a very suitable period for steady progress for those with the Earth element. It is favorable for systematic learning, exams, interviews, document review, and other related matters. 

This month, the Positive Seal star is strong, so everyone’s understanding and absorption abilities are at their best. At the same time, the Partial Wealth star emerges, making you more willing to try different types of questions or directions. As long as you proceed at a steady pace, your results can improve, so don’t worry~

In terms of health: suitable for ‘repair’

In May, it is a suitable period for ‘repairing’ and ‘nourishing’ for those with Ji Earth, and everyone’s physical recovery ability is quite good. However, due to the influence of a generally strong Fire environment, it is also necessary to avoid overwork and staying up late.

Alright, that’s it for this episode!