As the Year of the Snake comes to a close on February 16, 2026, it’s worth reflecting on how things have shifted this past year.
In Chinese astrology, the Snake is associated with wisdom, patience, intuition, and transformation that happens beneath the surface. It’s less about sudden change and more about intentional evolution.
For us, this showed up as an invitation to slow down, make space, and listen to our inner wisdom. The Snake favors awareness over urgency, teaching us to observe our patterns before trying to fix them.
While it may have felt like this past year was crazy intense outside, the Year of the Snake energy felt like subtle recalibrations inside. Like setting new boundaries, changing your routines, and trusting your instincts about what drains versus nourishes.
Another defining aspect of the Snake year is shedding. Just as a snake releases its skin when it’s outgrown, this year encouraged letting go of roles, habits, or expectations that once felt protective but now feel restrictive. This year may have felt like a time of release rather than accumulation.
For the last few weeks of the Year of the Snake, we will be reflecting on how personal growth often emerges from quiet clarity, patience, and the courage to release what no longer feels right.
What did you release this year (intentionally or not) and how did it affect your energy?
Post in the comments. We'd love to hear if the Year of the Snake energy shifted anything for you.
With love,
Ming-Wai + Ming-Cee
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