The BaZi 60 Pillars Life Analysis Method

November 2025 Ding Hai Month (Pig)

When Ding Hai individuals learn to harness their natural intuitive abilities, they often find that they simply know when the timing or situation is right. This same inner voice also warns them when to avoid something potentially harmful. Their quick, instinctive judgment allows them to recognize opportunities and good ideas the moment they appear.

This strong intuitive sense often draws them toward social, political, or educational reform, where they feel compelled to contribute to meaningful change. Their instincts also serve them well in interpersonal settings—particularly when meeting someone for the first time—as their initial impressions are usually highly accurate.

From a career or business standpoint, Ding Hai individuals have strong entrepreneurial potential. Their refined intuition allows them to make instinctive, strategic decisions and anticipate challenges before they arise, giving them an edge in navigating and overcoming obstacles in business. This highlights the Ding Hai individual's natural business acumen. When they tap into their full potential, they are fully capable of achieving their goals and building a remarkable career. However, they should be mindful of becoming overly eager or overly enthusiastic. Their strong drive to demonstrate success and productivity can sometimes manifest as impatience, which may hinder long-term progress if not kept in check.

The greatest fear for a Ding Hai individual is the thought of leaving no lasting legacy. The ideal solution is to align themselves with a meaningful cause—something that both inspires them and offers financial reward. This balance helps them overcome their inner worries and emotional restlessness.

In times of uncertainty or lack of direction, Ding Hai individuals can become vulnerable to external influences, often swayed by peer pressure. Rather than standing firm in their values, they may choose the easier path of following the crowd. This can lead to escapism through superficial distractions, which only scatters their focus and diminishes their effectiveness.

3 Harmony Combination: Hai–Mao–Wei

This pillar holds the potential to unite resources and support, channeling them toward a shared goal or meaningful application—provided this potential is fully activated. As part of the Wood 3 Harmony Combination, this dynamic unfolds through building connections and cultivating a network to harness and focus the collective energy.

Although Ding Hai, in its natural “Conceive” phase, is relatively weak—drawing only limited strength from Mao (Sick phase) and Wei (Youth phase)—its true power lies in the resulting Wood Element of the combination. For Ding Fire, Wood represents the Resource star, making this union a vital source of nourishment, insight, and stability.

6 Harmony Combination: Hai–Yin

For the Ding Hai pillar, continuous self-improvement is essential—but equally important is the ability to initiate change and embrace movement as a path to learning and growth. This combination brings the energy of “rebirth” and fresh starts, as Yin represents the Death stage for Ding Fire, symbolizing the end of one cycle and the beginning of another.

To fully harness this growth-oriented energy, it’s crucial to strike a balance: pursue transformation without slipping into self-serving motives. At the same time, this combination calls for the courage to move on—letting go of people, places, or situations that no longer serve one’s development. These moments of release and renewal are both the challenges and the defining strengths of this Harmony (and the inherent Destruction* it carries).

Hidden Combination: Hai–Wu

This hidden combination offers the Ding Hai pillar an extra surge of energy—like a hidden power source. However, it comes with a critical test: the temptation to become complacent or to take opportunities for granted. If this challenge isn’t overcome, the combination not only remains inactive but can actually suppress the pillar’s potential for expansion and ignition.

When properly activated, the union with Wu (Horse)—which represents the Officer stage—becomes a powerful dynamo, fueling the Ding Fire with a continuous cycle of growth, discipline, and sustained energy.

Clash: Hai–Si

As the subtlest and most deceptive of the clashes, Hai–Si presents a unique challenge for the Ding Hai pillar. It demands the ability to see reality clearly—without distortion, denial, or illusion. Failing to do so can keep one trapped in cycles of self-deception or stagnation.

This clash also activates the deeper lessons of cooperation and selfless service. It encourages Ding Hai individuals to support others with sincerity—but only to the extent that it does not hinder their own growth. Eventually, the clash requires a personal shift—a necessary transformation to break free from outdated patterns and progress to the next stage of evolution.

Punishment: Hai–Hai

When Ding Hai encounters another Hai, there is a risk of self-sabotage—this represents a test in fully embracing the powerful energy of growth and expansion. Beyond avoiding laziness and complacency, it’s crucial during this time to steer clear of the “at its worst” traits and instead embody all the qualities “at its best.”

By doing so, the cycle of self-punishment is broken and transformed, doubling the potential for tremendous personal growth and breakthrough.

Special Notes for Wealth & Career:

To unlock the full potential of wealth and career opportunities, one must first cultivate and refine the natural gifts, talents, and skills of the Ding Hai pillar—recognizing that this pillar is exceptionally fortunate. Next, it’s essential to ground this energy by incorporating the balancing influences of Earth and Metal elements, which bring precision, practicality, careful calculation, and a focus on profitability.

By harmonizing these energies, the individual can effectively harness the complete range of their potential for lasting success.

Special Notes for Relationship & Family:

For females born under the Ding Hai pillar, the natural presence of the Direct Officer star (Ren Water) is favorable in traditional relationships, often indicating a spouse who provides wealth, support, and guidance. Unlike other Growth Earthly Branches, Hai is unique in not containing Wu Earth—the Hurting Officer star for Ding Fire—suggesting a gentler and more receptive nature in women. When combined with Wei or Wu, which bring in the Yin Earth element, prospects for children are generally average to slightly above average.

For males, the dynamics are different. Ding Hai lacks potential wealth stars from its combinations, and the presence of Geng Metal (Direct Wealth) appears through Shen in a Harm relationship. This indicates a challenging “test” in relationships, involving mental strain, fatigue, and selflessness. However, once these challenges are overcome, the presence of the Direct Officer star in Hai enhances the prospects for children.

Special Notes for Health & Vitality:

The Ding Hai pillar benefits from the Direct Resource star (Jia Water) hidden within Hai, along with the ability to generate Wood through various combinations. This generally points to good health, supported by proper nurturing and prioritizing rest and wellness.

However, an excess of resource energy can lead to overindulgence, which may negatively impact health. Besides being mindful of issues related to Hai (such as urinary system concerns), special attention should be given to the Wood organs, followed by the Earth and Metal organs—particularly those connected to Geng Metal and Shen.