People born in the Year of Geng Wu (1990) will face the "Fighting the Tiger" and "Wu-Wu伏吟" in 2026, the Year of Bing Wu. "Fighting the Tiger" means that the energy of the year is in the same palace as your birth year, leading to fluctuations in luck. "Wu-Wu伏吟" refers to the recurrence of past issues and interpersonal conflicts. The major taboos for those born in the Year of the Horse in 2026 include deep collaboration with people born in the Year of the Rat (Zi-Wu clash), impulsive high-risk investments, frequent changes in environment, and excessive use of red (too much fire energy).
What do 1990 Horses Face in 2026?
According to "San Ming Tong Hui," "When the Tiger is sitting at the head, there is no joy but possible disaster." People born in 1990, who are the Year of the Horse, will face the "Fighting the Tiger" in 2026, the Year of Bing Wu, as the earthly branch Wu (Fire) overlaps with the Tiger's Fire, making it the most direct form of "Fighting the Tiger." This causes a clash between your energy field and the year's energy, leading to fluctuations in career, relationships, and health.At the same time, it forms the "Wu-Wu伏吟," as stated in "Yuan Hai Zi Ping," "伏吟 refers to similar disturbances, causing repeated past events and restless moods."
In terms of career, the combination of "Fighting the Tiger" and "伏吟" may lead to project stagnation and repeated decisions, such as partners suddenly changing their minds or obstacles in promotion, even the re-emergence of unresolved issues from the past.
However, the "Lu Pao Tu" (Roadside Earth) of the Geng Wu Horse is supported by the Wu Fire, and the Three-Heavenly Friends, the Tigers and Dogs, will provide covert assistance. It is recommended to develop the "Important Matters Review Method": spend 5 minutes each night recording key points of the day's work, marking areas that need help from friends, and proactively communicate the next day to leverage the Three-Heavenly energy to resolve obstacles, aligning with the metaphysical logic of "Earth is nourished by Fire, aided by Friends."
In terms of relationships, "伏吟" brings the risk of "verbal disputes," easily leading to disagreements with family or colleagues over small matters, even resurfacing old grudges. Practicing the "Prioritize Listening Method" can help: when you disagree with someone, listen to their full statement first, then respond gently to avoid escalating arguments. Meet with friends born in the Years of the Tiger or Dog once a month to balance your emotional state and reduce the probability of friction.
In terms of health, excessive Wu Fire can cause "fire dryness syndrome," such as insomnia, throat discomfort, and exhaustion. "Fighting the Tiger" amplifies this damage. It is recommended to do 3 minutes of abdominal breathing every morning, place a pot of mint in the bedroom (to moisturize the fire), and stay away from electronic devices one hour before bedtime to alleviate the discomfort caused by the fire energy field through lifestyle adjustments.
The Major Taboos for the Year of the Horse in 2026
Taboo One: Deep Collaboration with People Born in the Year of the Rat (Zi-Wu Clash)The Rat (Zi) and the Horse (Wu) are six clashing animals. During the Year of the Tiger, the clash intensifies the fluctuation of luck, such as easy disputes in cooperation, potential bad debts in loans, and interpersonal conflicts. As stated in "San Ming Tong Hui," "Those who clash with the Tiger should avoid interactions with opposing zodiac animals, fearing the arrival of disasters." Daily life should reduce collaborations involving people born in the Year of the Rat. If unavoidable, clearly define the boundaries of responsibilities in the cooperation agreement and wear a tiger-shaped silver ornament (Three-Heavenly Friend to neutralize the clash) to buffer the impact.
Taboo Two: Impulsive High-Risk Investments (Fire Dryness Consumes Wealth)
Wu Fire is an indicator of wisdom, and during the Year of the Tiger, excessive fire can lead to hasty decisions, making high-risk investments (such as short-term stocks or virtual currencies) prone to being trapped, with losses affecting the stability of regular income. Practice the "Investment Cooling Period": leave 72 hours for reflection before large investments, consulting people born in the Years of the Tiger or Dog for financial experience during this period, while using "Dual Account Management" (fixed expenses + low-risk investment) to control consumption, aligning with the logic of "Earth's wealth needs stability, not fire dryness depletion."
Taboo Three: Frequent Environmental Changes (Avoid Disturbance from伏吟)
伏吟 indicates that "stability in the environment brings peace." Frequent job changes or moving to a new home during the Year of the Tiger can worsen luck fluctuations, such as difficulty adapting to a new position or health issues due to an incompatible atmosphere in a new home. If a change is necessary, organize old items one month in advance (to sort out past matters), and visit friends born in the Years of the Tiger or Dog before moving in or starting a new job (to borrow the energy of friends to stabilize the atmosphere), reducing the impact of the change.
Taboo Four: Overuse of Red (Too Much Fire Energy)
Red is associated with Fire. During the Year of the Tiger, Wu Fire is already strong, and excessive red clothing or large red decorations at home can exacerbate the "Fire Dryness Clashes Earth," causing irritability and tension in relationships. Use red sparingly as an accent (such as red ropes or lipsticks), prioritize main colors like beige (Earth stability) or light blue (water to moisten fire), and avoid red curtains or sofas at home, aligning with the metaphysical principle of "moderation is auspicious."
Everyday Assistance and Anxiety Relief Techniques
Energy Adjustment Techniques: Wear a tiger-shaped jade pendant or a dog-shaped silver ornament (Three-Heavenly Friends for good luck), place a beige seat cushion on your office chair (Earth energy to stabilize your body), and place a golden pothos plant in the living room (wood generates fire, balancing the fire dryness). Set your phone wallpaper to a light blue landscape image, and when unlocking your phone daily, receive the harmonized energy field.
Details for Avoiding Taboos: Create an "Interpersonal List" to mark zodiac animals that should be avoided; create a "Risk Assessment Table" before investing to note the worst-case scenarios and solutions; before changing environments, first "adjust the energy field" (such as spending an hour in the new environment in advance), reducing discomfort.
Mindset Balance Techniques: If anxious about the Year of the Tiger, silently recite "A gentleman is not worried or afraid" from "The Analects," understanding that "destiny is created by oneself, and luck can be adjusted." Place a handwritten "Shun An" (smooth and safe) note on your desk to remind yourself that the Year of the Tiger is a "period of accumulation" rather than a "disaster period," alleviating excessive worry.
Understanding what to avoid and what to pay attention to during the Year of the Tiger is essentially a sincere protection for a stable life. However, "Yuan Hai Zi Ping" has long said, "The Year of the Tiger is not entirely ominous, only avoiding extremes and recklessness." The "Fighting the Tiger" and "伏吟" in 2026 are reminders rather than fixed outcomes. Tiger-shaped accessories and mint plants are expressions of wishes, but the true protection for smooth progress lies in each day's prudence and composure.
There is no need to be anxious about the fluctuations of the Year of the Tiger; the review and cooling periods are already building barriers. There is no need to feel anxious about the many taboos; the companionship of friends and your own adjustment are already safeguarding your path. May you use the Three-Heavenly energy to neutralize clashes, and rely on a steady mindset to pass through the year's fortune, making the Year of the Tiger also stable and safe every year.
