Chicchan, Ox, Akb’al

As the gears in the cosmic calendar turn and churn the fabric of time and space, we move into the Day sign Chicchan. As the universe’s mechanism causes our Sun 🌞 to rise we transition into the 3rd day (Ox) of this Akb'al Trecena (13 day cycle).

In Maya cosmology, Chicchan, or Kan, is a key day sign in the Tzolk'in, symbolized by the Feathered Serpent, revered as Kukulkan by the Maya and Quetzalcoatl by the Aztec. It represents transformation, balancing spiritual growth and earthly responsibilities. As the Regent of the Sky and Ruler of Time, it promotes peace, wisdom, and human development.

Chicchan's animal totem is the serpent, symbolizing rebirth, and is associated with the East, and the color red, representing vitality and passion.

Chicchan's energy, called koyopa (similar to kundalini), is tied to spiritual awakening and personal transformation. It bridges the spiritual and material realms, encouraging balance between autonomy, diligent work, and justice. Its influence extends to love and sexuality, offering guidance for balance and reconciliation. Chicchan reminds us to embrace change, seek wisdom, and recognize the interconnectedness of all life.

Ox / Oxib

The Number Three

Three in Maya cosmology embodies a paradoxical blend of creation and challenge. It represents the universe's foundation, mirroring the three cosmic hearth stones laid by the gods at the beginning of creation, reflected in both celestial patterns and Maya households.

Despite its foundational role, Three symbolizes uncertainty, risk, and the unknown, making it one of the most enigmatic numbers in the Tzolk'in calendar. It's associated with the Wind God (Kukulkan), emphasizing its unpredictable nature.

On Three days, Maya daykeepers often advise caution due to potential disruptions and unexpected outcomes. Those born on these days may struggle with indecision but possess unique adaptability. Their strength often lies in maintaining connections to their roots and origins.

In Maya numerology, Three serves as a reminder of the balance between creation and chaos, stability and change. It challenges individuals to embrace uncertainty while finding strength in their foundations, inviting a dance with the unpredictable within the cosmic patterns.

The cosmic date is, Ox (3), the day sign is Chicchan of this Akb’al Trecena, or in Gregorian terms, February 21st 2025.

Again I ask, what would the OG Daykeepers advise today as the energies of the Akb’al trecena intertwines with the energies of the Chicchan Day sign and the number Ox (3) tone?

Today, the energies of the Akb’al Trecena flow through the spirit of Chicchan under the influence of Ox (3), creating a day of profound potential and raw, transformative power. Akb’al, the keeper of the dawn, represents the mysteries of the night and the promise of new beginnings. Chicchan, the serpent, brings the pulse of life and the fire of kundalini energy, awakening our deepest instincts and aligning us with the natural rhythm of creation. Ox introduces the unpredictable element of movement and change, reminding us that nothing is static and that balance is found in navigating the unexpected.

Our ancestors might advise us to embrace today with an open heart and a clear mind. They would say that when the serpent's fire meets the fertile darkness of Akb’al, it is a time for both introspection and action. Today is a chance to explore the hidden corners of the self, to confront fears, and to recognize the potential within the unknown. Yet, they would caution us to move carefully, for Ox’s variable winds can shift outcomes quickly. Rather than making bold, irreversible decisions, it is wiser to cultivate patience and observe which paths naturally unfold.

Listen to the whispers of the night, honor the sparks of intuition, and nurture the seeds of inspiration. By holding space for these energies, you can gather strength and clarity, allowing the right opportunities to emerge at the right time. The ancestors would guide you to light a candle, offer prayers, and call upon the sacred serpent to shed what no longer serves you, so when the dawn breaks, you are ready to move forward with purpose and wisdom.

Reflection of the Day

Looking back on my work history, I see the unmistakable pattern of always chasing the next opportunity, as if an invisible force was urging me forward. Under today’s energies of the Akb’al Trecena, Chicchan, and Ox, I recognize this journey as a dance between darkness and light, intuition and action, and the unpredictability of life’s shifting winds.

In my teens, while selling narcotics such as meth and cocaine in my hood, I also started working legitimate jobs. One of my first legitimate jobs was as a dishwasher at a restaurant in Torrance, a humble beginning that planted the seeds of hustle within me. I moved on to construction, where I learned the grind of physical labor. Then, I landed at a corporate party planning company, where I climbed the ladder quickly, becoming an assistant warehouse manager. The job was demanding, but my drive to keep moving forward led me to the next gig as a cashier at a video store. During that time I was still selling cocaine on the side, finding clients wherever I went, blending my street hustle with every new workplace. These jobs became more than a paycheck—they were gateways to meeting new people, learning new skills, and expanding my horizons.

When gang violence found its way to the video store, I moved on to work at a golf club in Palos Verdes. I earned promotions, yet once again, I couldn’t stay still. I shifted to pulling orders with a forklift in a warehouse and then I joined UPS, where I worked my way up to a driver. But life has its twists—I got fed up with working 16 hour days, so I went into logistics and ocean imports. Importing goods from China and other countries.

After logistics I went to pursue a career that would get me great discounts on recording gear at an online store similar to Guitar Center, layering experiences upon experiences, always building, always seeking the next thing.

When I met my wife, her pops saw something in me. He offered to teach me to drive a big rig, and I took him up on it. My background in logistics had shown me that truckers, especially owner-operators, could make good money. Soon, I was delivering loads across all 48 states, driving through the night, chasing opportunity on endless highways. But being away from home, away from my wife and our dog Charlie, was a different kind of sacrifice. I found local work, leveraging my experience and spotless record to secure better pay and my own routes. I had earned the freedom to choose the best options for me, but trucking takes its toll. The 15-hour days, the grind, the pressure—eventually, my body couldn’t keep up.

This brings me to today’s energies. The Ox tone, with its unpredictable nature, reflects how life’s circumstances forced me to a standstill. Chicchan, the serpent, helped me shed the old identity of a worker, a driver, a hustler, and embrace a new way of being. Akb’al, the guardian of the dawn, guided me through the darkness of uncertainty and into the light of a new purpose. I had to learn stillness, something foreign to a man always on the move. I returned to my first love—reading—and found solace in the written word. From reading came writing, and from writing came the path I’m on today.

For the past ten years, I’ve been writing about the Tzolk’in energies of each day. What began as a way to heal myself has become a way to help others find clarity in their own lives. The Tzolk’in doesn’t just tell us what prayers are most powerful each day; it invites us to reflect on the cycles of our own lives. It teaches us that sometimes the greatest movement happens when we are still, that opportunities are not always to be seized but sometimes to be observed.

My ancestors did not create this calendar system through prayer alone. They were ancient scientists, meticulous in their craft, observing the cosmos and the natural world with a precision that transcends time. Today, I am guided by that same wisdom. I have learned that sometimes the journey forward begins with a pause, that the greatest opportunities often arise not from chasing but from allowing, and that my path is always illuminated by the quiet light of the sacred calendar.

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