Tuesday, February 17th, marks the Lunar New Year. Representing a fresh start on the Chinese calendar, 2026 in particular initiates the start of the Year of the Fire Horse. And yes, Fire Horse energy is exactly what it sounds like. It’s ushering in high energy, freedom, passion, bold action, and significant changes that only occur once every 60 years. If you’re ready for rapid growth, dismantling outdated paradigms, and seizing all the opportunities meant for you, here are a few affirmations and journaling prompts to help you channel this Fire Horse year.
Feel free to write these affirmations down or repeat them to yourself throughout the day, and set a five-minute timer to answer the journaling prompt with presence and intention.
Affirmations and Journaling Prompts for 2/16/26 – 2/20/26
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Affirmation: I am not afraid to take up space.
Journaling Prompt: When have I shrunken myself when I actually needed to be a little louder?
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Affirmation: I will not tolerate what I don’t deserve.
Journaling Prompt: Is there something I’ve been accepting that I need to put a boundary around?
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Affirmation: Life rewards me when I honor my truth.
Journaling Prompt: What am I finally brave enough to go after?
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Affirmation: My passion is my compass.
Journaling Prompt: What has my body been lighting up for, and how can I lean more towards that?
H3: Friday, February 20th, 2026
Affirmation: I am capable of all things.
Journaling Prompt: List all the things you were afraid to go after and accomplished anyway.
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