Chinese astrology can help you better understand why others act the why they do. This ancient practice will tell you if your friend’s a Rat, or if your boss is really a Snake. And discover why you should be careful if that new co-worker's a Monkey or a Tiger.
Chinese astrology has reportedly been around since 2637 B.C. and is based on
a lunar year (twelve successive new moons) system. According to this engaging
form of divination, people who are born in the same lunar year share similar
personality traits. These characteristics have been grouped into twelve
distinct classes originally known as thetwelve Earth Branches.
But as time passed, they began to be known by these animal signs: Rat, Ox,
Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. The
personality traits of each sign are listed below.
The Rat Personality
Rats are charmingly deceptive. Sure, they look calm on the outside, but they
have a wealth of restless energy on the inside. They seem to have a problem
relaxing and that’s because they’re always thinking.
If you’re looking for a friend who’ll share his or her innermost thoughts,
avoid Rats; they’re known for being quite secretive. But don’t assume Rats are
sneaky. They just prefer to keep their thoughts and feelings to themselves.
If you were born during these recent years, you have the Rat personality:
1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, and 1984.*
The Ox Personality
Some consider the Ox to be boring. This is untrue. The Ox is simply more
disciplined than the rest of us. And if you desire a stable, dependable
individual in your life, try hooking up with someone born under this sign.
Oxen are known for their fidelity in love relationships. However, if you’re
in desperate need of romance, the Ox won’t do it for you. Wooing is just not
this animal's strong suit--so be prepared to go without.
If you were born during these recent years, you have the Ox personality: 1925,
1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, and 1985.*