January isn't just another month to me. Yes, it's a new calendar year, but for those of us paying attention to the Chinese zodiac, it's something more. It's the final chapter of the Snake's influence and the preparation time before the Horse arrives. The Year of the Horse officially begins February 17, 2026. That means we have all of January and half of February to integrate everything the Snake taught us before this new energy takes over. Think of it like standing at a thr