{"id":25205,"date":"2021-01-20T17:56:24","date_gmt":"2021-01-20T09:56:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?p=25205"},"modified":"2022-01-05T14:12:27","modified_gmt":"2022-01-05T06:12:27","slug":"li-chun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/li-chun\/","title":{"rendered":"Li Chun 2022 – Ultimate Guide To Auspicious Hours During Chinese New Year (CNY)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re the superstitious type, or you just prefer to err on the safe side of things, then you\u2019re definitely no stranger to what Li Chun (\u7acb\u6625) is. For those who are unfamiliar, it\u2019s time to jump on the bandwagon, and \u2013 as Pharrell Williams and Daft Punk have sung \u2013 get lucky<\/em>!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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It was not till I started working full-time back when I was a freshly minted graduate that I discovered what Li Chun was, thanks to my savvier (and \u2018pantang\u2019, <\/em>or superstitious) colleagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But it would explain the queues snaking around the block for the ATMs nearby, appearing only at certain times and days in February. It\u2019ll then disappear as quickly as when it first appeared, before reappearing later in the day again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So, what has Li Chun got to do with ATM queues? If you\u2019re confused, don\u2019t worry \u2014 we\u2019ve got you covered so you\u2019ll be well-prepared for Li Chun this Chinese New Year 2022!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So, What\u2019s Li Chun?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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First of all, Li Chun is the auspicious practice of depositing money into your bank account, which follows a strict schedule. This schedule is a standard \u201cdeliverable\u201d by Feng Shui masters<\/em><\/a> every lunar new year season (on top of their regular zodiac predictions). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This practice is said to have originated from Chinese culture, where the village farmers in China celebrate the beginning of spring by making offerings to Taoist and Buddhist gods in exchange for a prosperous and bountiful harvest in the year ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another practice during Li Chun is to balance an egg on a flat surface successfully. It\u2019s believed to be possible because the Moon and Sun are aligned on this day, affecting the Earth\u2019s gravitational field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why Do Singaporeans Care About Li Chun?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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It does make sense that Li Chun would then find its way into Singaporean\u2019s tradition. We don\u2019t look for harvests, but a great fortune in the Lunar New Year. In more recent years, Li Chun is all about seeking financial stability, and a steady income throughout the year. I believe this is something that many will be hoping for this year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So in place of making offerings, we offer our money to our bank accounts. In a less superstitious context, it may be seen as an attempt to kickstart some sort of saving habit (although we don\u2019t see those queues very often after February\u2026)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Do I Have To Deposit A Large Amount of Money?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The consensus is that you can deposit any amount of money, as long as you deposit something<\/em>. In this case, the practise of depositing money and the hour chosen for this will matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What I recommend: Any amount between $20 \u2013 $100. That way, you\u2019re not carrying too much cash on you as a safety and security measure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I can neither confirm nor deny<\/strong> if there\u2019s any correlation between the amount you deposit and the amount of financial stability you get in the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alright, I\u2019m Sold! When Should I Make The Deposit?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hold up, not so fast!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As I\u2019ve mentioned, there\u2019s a specific date and time when you should deposit your money to Li Chun, and it follows a schedule that varies according to your zodiac sign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good fortune does not just fall from the sky \u2013 it needs a certain amount of sacrifice. In this case, that\u2019s your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Li Chun starts 04 Feb 2022, 4.58am and ends 05 Feb 2022, 3am<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/td>3-5am<\/td>5-7am<\/td>7-9am<\/td>9-11am<\/td>11am-1pm<\/td>1-3pm<\/td>3-5pm<\/td>5-7pm<\/td>7-9pm<\/td>9-11pm<\/td>11pm-1am<\/td>1-3am<\/td><\/tr>
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Rat<\/strong><\/td>		X<\/td><\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>$$<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>$<\/td><\/tr>
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Ox<\/strong><\/td>		X<\/td><\/td><\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td>$$<\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Tiger<\/strong><\/td>		X<\/td>$<\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Rabbit<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>X<\/td>$<\/td>$$<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Dragon<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>X<\/td><\/td>$$<\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Snake<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>X<\/td><\/td>$$<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Horse<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td>X<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Goat<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>X<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Monkey<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td><\/td>$<\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td>$$<\/td><\/td>X<\/td><\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Rooster<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td><\/td>$<\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td>$$<\/td><\/td><\/td>X<\/td><\/td>$<\/td><\/tr>
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Dog<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>X<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
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Pig<\/strong><\/td>		<\/td>$<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>$<\/td>$$<\/td><\/td><\/td>X<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

$ – Huat<\/strong>
$$ – Double Huat<\/strong> (Best time to top up YouTrip!)
X – Inauspicious periods<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: wayfengshui.com<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As you can see from the diagram, there are several \u201cgood\u201d time-slots to make a deposit. There are also \u201cbetter\u201d timings, where it is more auspicious for one to deposit their money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look out for those hours marked with an X! These are inauspicious timings for each zodiac to deposit their money. When it comes to luck \u2013 best be safe, than sorry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those empty slots? You can still deposit money during those times, but it does not affect your fortune (allegedly<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year\u2019s Li Chun starts on 4 Feb 2022, 4.58 am, and ends 5 Feb 2022, 3.00 am.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Skip The Queues, Top Up With YouTrip!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Considering that there is a global pandemic going on right now, we recommend that you stay put wherever you are and avoid queues at the deposit machines. Reach out for your phone and opt for the socially distant method of depositing into YouTrip instead!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s more about the practice of depositing rather than the amount, or the account for that matter. With YouTrip, the best thing is that you don\u2019t have to travel out just to meet a specific time-slot \u2013 it\u2019s all in your hands!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BONUS: Auspicious Timings To Discontinue & Start Work<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you\u2019re planning your off days for this festive season, here\u2019s a guide to when\u2019s the best time to stop work, and start work again, so you can convince your boss why your leave is justified (disclaimer: results not guaranteed)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When To Stop<\/em> Work Based On Your Zodiac<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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28 Jan<\/td>Friday<\/td>Pig<\/td><\/tr>
31 Jan<\/td>Monday<\/td>Tiger<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Information from: Feng Shui Beginner<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When To Start<\/em> Work Based On Your Zodiac<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Date<\/strong><\/td>Day<\/strong><\/td>Clashing Zodiac<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
4 Feb<\/td>Friday<\/td>Horse<\/td><\/tr>
7 Feb<\/td>Monday<\/td>Rooster<\/td><\/tr>
8 Feb<\/td>Tuesday<\/td>Dog<\/td><\/tr>
10 Feb<\/td>Thursday<\/td>Rat<\/td><\/tr>
14 Feb<\/td>Monday<\/td>Dragon<\/td><\/tr>
15 Feb<\/td>Tuesday<\/td>Snake<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Information from: Feng Shui Beginner<\/a><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Time To Get Your Huat On With YouTrip!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Save that trip to the ATM, and top up your YouTrip account<\/a> during your allocated \u201cdouble huat<\/em>\u201d time, and you\u2019re all set for Li Chun this Chinese New Year 2022! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With so much \u2018huat\u2019<\/em> in one article, the only way I can conclude is to wish you good luck and great fortune this year! Happy Chinese New Year!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still haven\u2019t applied for your free YouTrip card yet? Sign up with promo code <BLOG5<\/strong><\/a>> to receive a sweet S$5 in your account. \ud83d\ude0e <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more great tips and guides like this, join our Telegram Community (@YouTripSquad)<\/strong><\/a> and subscribe to our free weekly newsletter here<\/a><\/strong> or down below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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