On Wednesday, January 29 began, the world entering the year of the wooden snake, which will last until February 16, 2026. The snake is the 6th animal in the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac signs, coming after the dragon and before Horse. The reviews of you include 2025 (this year), 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965 or 1953, the next year of the snake being in 2037 which will be the year of the fire snake.
All about the year of the wooden snake
The date of the Chinese New Year is determined by the monthly calendar, so it varies every year, but usually falls between January 21 and February 20.
The new Chinese year began – the year of the wooden snake. Photo source: Profimedia Images
The Chinese zodiac is based on a 12 -year -old cycle, each associated with an animal: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, cock, dog and pork.
The Chinese theory of the five elements attributes to each year one of the five elements – metal, water, wood, fire and earth. The combination of animal and element defines the predominant characteristics of a particular year.
Therefore, the snakes born in different years will have different personalities.
The Chinese New Year 2025 will be special in the zodiac cycle, because it will be governed by the wooden snake, a sign associated with wisdom, intuition and renewal. Every 60 years, an animal (in this case, the snake) and an element (such as the wood) align, offering a year full of unique energy and specific characteristics.
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This year, on January 29, the year of the wooden snake begins. Although the year of the snake may seem frightening to some, according to the Chinese zodiac, the year promises a slow and constant development.
In many Western countries, snakes have long been associated with evil and temptation. However, in China, snakes have a more complex and varied symbolism. They are simultaneously associated with harvest, procreation, spirituality and luck, as well as with cunning, evil, threat and terror.
Those who are patient, strategic and willing to embrace the wisdom of the snake will discover that they can prosper by adapting to a slower pace in all aspects of life.
People born in the year of the snake are considered rational, calm, caring and loyal to loved ones.
Wooden snake is a charming, intelligent and creative sign, but also secretive, cunning and sometimes ruthless.
The year of change
The energy of the serpent is also related to transformation, because this animal loses its skin to renew, a powerful symbol of personal and spiritual evolution.
On the other hand, wood, as an element, is associated with growth, creativity, stability and connection with nature. The combination of Snake and wood create a special synergy in which the introspective and transformative energy of the snake combines with the expansive and balanced nature of the wood.
2025 will be a favorable year to strengthen the relationships, due to the harmonious energy of the wooden snake. This period will favor empathy, deep communication and mutual understanding. People will be more inclined to reflect before acting, which will help avoid unnecessary conflicts.
Forecasts in the year of the wooden snake
Love: This year will be ideal for establishing solid emotional links. Couples will be able to deepen their relationship, while single people will have the opportunity to meet people with similar interests
Friends: The diplomatic energy of the wood will help solve misunderstandings and strengthen friendship
Family: It will be a period when working at the family unit will be worked and the existing problems will be approached and wisdom
The influence of wood will encourage creativity and innovation, while the snake’s energy will provide the strategy needed to achieve the goals.
Career: People will be successful in projects that require critical thinking, long -term planning and creativity. This year will be particularly favorable for those who work in areas related to art, education, research and sustainable businesses
Finance: Although the growth will be gradual, the thoughtful investments and the strategic approaches will generate economic stability
In 2025, the year of the wooden snake brings an additional level of significance, because the wood element represents growth, renewal and vitality.
From the point of view spiritualthis year encourages introspection and search for inner wisdom, being a strong period for personal and spiritual development.
Energy The snake in 2025 can influence spiritual practices by encouraging a deeper meditation, attention and self -discovery. People can feel attracted to explore their spiritual path more intensely, seeking to understand their inner self and mysteries of life. This year, the introspective nature of the snake is aligned with spiritual practices that promote peace, reflection and a deeper connection with the world around us.