Astrology: How Will Your Year of the Dragon Be?
The Chinese lunar calendar names each of the twelve years after an animal. According to one legend, Buddha summoned all the animals to come to him before he departed from earth. Only twelve came to bid him farewell and as a reward he named a year after each one in the order they arrived. The Chinese believe the animal ruling the year in which a person is born has a profound influence on personality, saying: “This is the animal that hides in your heart.”
HORSE
(1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002) You love to travel and want to both ‘fit in’ and be able to roam free. You crave intimacy but may feel inferior to your peers, causing you to drift from group to group. Horses can motivate others, but are often impatient and can be insensitive to other’s needs. In the Year of the Rabbit, Horse people in general should have good luck in their career and in money. Horse people should pursue career advancement or expansion. Work to build a stronger network. This way, your job will be easier when your position faces more responsibilities and challenges. It’s a year of money opportunity. In relationships, don’t make too many demands or it can hurt your current situation.
PIG
(1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995) You are generous and honorable, possessing impeccable manners. While your luxurious nature can be perceived as snobbish, you actually live to help your loved ones. Pigs often feel restless with mood swings and get frustrated easily. When Pig people encounter difficulties, obstacles or even misfortune in the Year of the Dragon, as long as they keep their optimistic, enterprising and positive mind, someone will appear to help and overcome trouble. Sharing their achievements with others will create career paths. Money opportunities will come this year, but wealth won’t grow quickly. Make sure to have a stable income before spending. It’s a good romantic year with more opportunities for joy.
SNAKE
1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001) You’re diplomatic and both outgoing and introverted, with a strong intuitive sense. You’re a possessive partner, but irresistible. Snakes are disarmingly smart and favor using their feelings to make judgement. In the Year of the Dragon, Snake people need the attitude to help out their company or coworkers in problem solving, workload reduction, and business development. You might have to spend extra effort and time, but you will earn the credit and an unexpected good return in the Dragon Year. Don’t get greedy when money comes easily. Little romance is expected but a better mood will improve other social relationships. Snakes may lose energy easily this year, so keep upbeat with outdoor exercise.
OX
(1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009) You’re a born leader, dependable and possessing an innate ability to achieve great things. Ox are patient, tireless in their work, and capable of enduring hardship without complaint. People born in this year are also said to be stubborn, narrow-minded, and with low public relations skills. In the Year of the Dragon, Ox people might encounter some trouble in career development or financial investment. If they keep this spirit of hard work and make sure there is no conflict or dispute with people, then they will walk through the year of Dragon smoothly. It’s not a good year for any risky financial investments. Budget spending and don’t be greedy or there could be money loss. In love, be patient and avoid unnecessary arguments.
RABBIT
(1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1999) You are compassionate and protective of those close to you. But, you idealize relationships and give more to the partner than is healthy. Rabbits avoid fights and aren’t keen on facing issues. In the Year of the Dragon, there could be family disputes, but a lucky star will send someone to help. Career luck is fair but someone may cause an obstacle for you. Foster that network of friends to support you. You’ll have a steady income, but avoid lending or borrowing money; it can lead to a dispute. In love, don’t push relationships too hard or miscommunication will occur.
ROOSTER
(1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005) You’re a quick thinker, practical and resourceful. Roosters are keenly observant. You’re an open book and respect, as well as expect, honesty in others. In the Year of the Dragon, Rooster people can expect the prosperity of wealth, power of career, credit of reputation and happiness of love coming to them. But they still have to pay attention to their safety and health to prevent accidents from happening in the Year of the Dragon. Roosters can win people’s trust and earn a good reputation. Many career opportunities are wide open but don’t forget the people around you. Rooster people need to watch their health, otherwise they will miss golden opportunities for career and money luck.
RAT
(1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008) You’re clever and quick-witted with excellent taste. Rats are natural charmers and funny. To those loyal, you are extra protective and generous. Unapologetic promoters of their agendas, Rats can be viewed as greedy and quick-tempered. In the Year of the Dragon, Rat people won’t see outstanding achievement. As long as they don’t aim too high, they’ll be satisfied with what they will do in 2012. Money luck is fair and steady. Rat people can spend more time learning, improving job skills, and placing emphasis on physical exercise. In this way, they’ll have the knowledge and energy to network and build more relationships. This is good time to re-charge.
DOG
(1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006) You’re loyal, honest, and discreet. You have a firm code of ethics and can be tempermental and sensitive, needing solitude to recuperate. You enjoy staying active and smoothing out tough situations. In the Year of the Dragon, it’s not the best time for Dogs. Career will be challenging so keep a low-profile. Don’t change jobs. In money, protect your interests and budget well. Because of pressure from career and money, it can have a poor impact on relationships. Be patient and keep your cool. Health is unlucky in the Year of the Dragon, too. Maintain your focus and avoid any unnecessary adventurous activities.
DRAGON
(1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000) You’re tenacious, giving and intelligent. You know what you want and are determined to get it. Dragons are charismatic and charming and can influence others. As natural leaders, Dragons usually enjoy a measure of wealth and especially, the power it desires. In the Year of the Dragon, more than one malignant star arrives to Dragon people. Therefore, their friendships, love relationships, money management or job competition might have some impact in 2012. Do not expect any major prosperity in the year of Dragon. In career, Dragons should keep a low-profile and be patient. Their income will increase but so will expenses. In love, don’t let money problems affect a marriage. For single people, build relationships slowly. Pressure from career and money can also impact health so remember to slow down.
GOAT
(1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003) You’re a day-dreamer and like spending time alone. You’re not very materialistic or organized, and need to feel loved and reassured. The goat individual minds their own business and prefers not to stick their nose in on others. In 2012, Goat people will have a good year. In the Year of the Dragon, Goat people’s friends and mentors will particularly care and show consideration. Therefore, Goat people’s social relationships, career opportunities, and money luck will be good. In work, if they can do well with relationships, people will treat them as a close team player. However, disagreements could come easily between couples.
MONKEY
(1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004) You’re charismatic and energetic, craving fun and stimulation. Monkeys are curious and tackle complicated problems with ease. But, you can be self-involved and try to talk yourself out of situations. Indulgent activities and a lack of self-control can get you into trouble. In 2012, it is a very good luck year for the Monkey. Monkey people will have good people relationships, career opportunities, money luck and love relationships in the Dragon year. The only unlucky aspect is in health. Avoid rigorous activities. You’ll get along with co-workers and there will be little career pressure. Relationships will bring money this year so it’ll be a good time for investments. Love will be good and could develop more seriously.
TIGER
(1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998) You’re magnetic and self-possessed. A natural leader, Tigers exude an air of authority that prompts others to fall in line. You enjoy control, but are courageous and will fight until the end. Tigers, however, are moody and feel things more intensely than others, causing them to have outbursts. In the Year of the Dragon, Tiger people will have a busy, noisy and challenging year. Tiger people need to control their temper and must avoid unnecessary dispute in 2012 when it comes to love and work. Money luck is up and down; Tiger people should not try for a risky investment. And they must not ignore their health and safety when away from home.
