Methodology

Chinese Zodiac Methodology

Understand the method behind our Chinese zodiac years, five element notes, compatibility scores, lucky colors, and feng shui guidance.

Zodiac Year Method

For birth-year pages and calculator guidance, we use Lunar New Year dates rather than assuming every zodiac year begins on January 1. This matters most for people born in January or February, because they may belong to the previous zodiac animal.

12 Animals and the 60-Year Cycle

The twelve animals are read together with the traditional 60-year cycle. A page may mention the animal sign, the related element, and the broader yearly theme so readers can understand both the simple animal label and the deeper calendar context.

Five Elements and Yin-Yang

We use Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water as symbolic categories for tone, timing, and balance. Yin and yang are used as broad rhythm markers, not as medical, psychological, or scientific claims.

Daily, Weekly, and Yearly Readings

Daily and weekly readings combine the article date, zodiac category, seasonal context, animal relationships, and practical planning themes. Yearly horoscopes focus on the current zodiac year, its element, and how each sign may traditionally relate to that year.

Lucky Signs, Numbers, Colors, and Directions

Lucky signs, numbers, colors, and directions are presented as traditional symbolic guidance. They are meant to support reflection, mood, planning, and cultural interest, not to guarantee money, health, romance, or career outcomes.

Compatibility Score Method

Compatibility scores are editorial guidance based on traditional zodiac harmony, communication style, emotional rhythm, work and lifestyle balance, and practical relationship notes. A score such as 94/100 means the pair is traditionally read as very supportive, not that a relationship is mathematically guaranteed to succeed.

Feng Shui Guidance

Feng shui articles use traditional ideas about layout, direction, light, clutter, symbols, and comfort. Suggestions are written for practical home reflection and should not replace building, safety, legal, medical, or professional design advice.

Editorial Review and Limitations

Pages are reviewed for date context, clear wording, internal links, reader usefulness, and appropriate disclaimers. Chinese zodiac and feng shui content on Have Great Luck is cultural and interpretive, so readers should use personal judgment and seek qualified professional help for major financial, medical, legal, or life-changing decisions.