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Prosperity Tips for 2013

The Year of the Dragon comes to an end in just a few weeks. Last chance to tap into the Dragon energy for prosperity.

It's the last month of the Dragon Year. Our last chance to pull in some Dragon energy for the next 12 years. You can tap into that natural Dragon courage to take bold actions and attract some abundance. If you don't know your Chinese Zodiac sign you can find it at Feng Shui Form

Rat – No surprise, your mind's on money. You may have overbought at the holidays and so you're thoughts are on how to bring in more cash. You've been plodding along a path for a while now but the small results you've made aren't impressing anyone. Time to ask some questions and see if there's a better way of doing things.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Ring some bells and make some noise in the house. It's time to shake up the energy. Take a loud bell and walk through the house ringing it. Call money to you like you're ringing the dinner bell, money will respond.

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Ox – You're wondering where you got all the stuff and how you can dig yourself out of the clutter. You want to simplify and clear out your space so you can have some peace. Decluttering isn't easy when you're so practical and everything you own has a potential use and value. But it's time to separate the wheat from the chaff, it's not valuable if it's just sitting there, not helping you make money.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – You can make a Prosperity Incense by boiling a few spices in water. Choose a few cinnamon sticks, some cloves and a few pine needles and set the pot to simmer. Allow the scent to fill the kitchen and draw money energy to your home.

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Tiger – You've been working so hard you've forgotten to ask yourself if what you're doing is really bringing you the financial freedom you want. Time to stop and consider if this is the best way to make your fortune or are you charging up a hill and can't remember why. Ask yourself what you were doing one year ago and if it's the same as today it's time for a change.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Add a flute or other musical instrument to the living room or family room. You may have one in a closet or you can borrow one for a time. The symbol of the music will bring more harmony and ease into your life. You'll have more joy while pursuing your goals.

Rabbit – Are you keeping up with technology? There's lots of money to be made on the internet. Consider brushing up on your skills by taking a class, attending a networking group or finding a kid to tutor you. Even small skills that you can pick up quickly will help you attract money in ways you can't even see now. Time to expand your mind and that will expand your wallet.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Consider getting a salt lamp or a Himalayan salt candle holder. Salt represents wealth and money, in fact the word “salary” comes from the Middle English word, sal meaning salt. Keep the lamp lit so money can find you.

Dragon – Time to plant just a few more seeds while in your special year. All the seeds you've been planting all year long will grow and blossom into your success. Of course you want to be planting Dragon Seeds. That means tell others of your accomplishments, apply for a better position, issue a press release of your plans and tell the world to get ready. You're taking over.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Display your power by wearing a dragon pendant or having a dragon on your keychain. Let others know that you're in the room and wanting their attention (and their money). Before any meeting take hold of that dragon and pull in some of your personal power and then dazzle them.

Snake – Counting the days until it's your year. It's been a long wait for your turn. You've been patient and philosophical but you want prosperity energy now. Look abroad to find money, talk to people in other countries, look at how they do things elsewhere and check out importing and exporting. Making yourself global will bring you success.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Take a clear vase and place a small mirror or a shiny piece of foil or metal at the bottom. Add coins to it everyday, a few pennies, the occasional dime or quarter, just something everyday. As the coins sit on the reflective surface they double and more money is attracted to you.

Horse – You've been reviewing your investments and you're feelings are mixed. You want your hard-earned money to be safe and yet you want that resource to bring you more. Find the balance between safety and risk. Consider seeing someone about your investment portfolio but don't take anyone's advice unless they are making much more than you.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Display a sword or decorative knife in your office or kitchen. The sword represents quick and sure decision making. It will help you feel certain about your choices. Have the point facing the door to attract both business and investment income.

Ram or Goat – Making money all by yourself is the slow way. Consider that two incomes are better than one and two people can live as cheaply as one. Perhaps it's time to date or maybe just to get a roommate. It's time to make money through partnerships with others. Just set your boundaries ahead of time, negotiate and then invite someone in to enrich your life.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Place a fountain near your front door. The fountain represents money flow. The fountain can be small and you only need to run it an hour or so a day. You can add a few coins to the fountain to bring even more money.

Monkey – You've been working hard without a break for some time. It's like you're juggling the tasks of two people. Time to find some help. If you can't hire someone to help you at work then consider getting some help at home. Even a person to run some errands could take a small load off your shoulders. You could even barter for something you like to do.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Get yourself a toy airplane, train or car to attract money for a trip and holiday. The toy can be small and you can keep it on your desk or in your family room. Have it pointed towards the door so you're ready to ride off on vacation as the money flows in.

Rooster – Creativity is your key to bringing in more prosperity. It's time to think of new things and experiment. Check out websites on brainstorming techniques and things to stimulate creative thinking. One great idea could make you millions. It's time to unlock the potential you have and bring out your genius mind.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Get a decorative wood box and place inside it small pieces of paper with your wishes and goals written on them. Add a few coins or a couple of dollar bills, add pine needles and a pinch of sugar and keep the box on your bedside table. Money will follow.

Dog – For wealth look to land. Real estate holds success opportunities for you. This could be you buying property, selling your home, or facilitating another in a purchase. You may consider a partnership to buy commercial property or invest in a REIT. Or you may just discover valuable antiques in your attic and become an Ebay sensation.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Metallic gold is the color that attract large sums of money. Burn a metallic gold candle on top of your wishes for prosperity and abundance (keeping the paper away from the flame). Burn the candle a little bit each week until it burns no more. The flame lights the way to wealth.

Pig or Boar – It's not what you know, it's who you know so this is a time to network. Visualize before you walk in the door that you will meet the people you need to meet and formulate in your mind how they will react to meeting you. While shaking their hand picture the sale being made and the deal closing. And picture them inviting you to meet their friends as they give you many referrals.

Your tip for increasing prosperity – Wear or carry with you a crystal to stimulate the energy. It can be clear quartz or citrine, both will attract energy and money. Take hold of the stone for a few seconds before you meet someone new to give you a burst of energy and confidence and make you a money magnet.

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