The Chinese Signs and Personality Traits

The lunar calendar has a sixty year cycle. In the Chinese horoscope, the five basic elements of Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth, which make up all matter, are combined with the twelve animal signs of Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Lamb, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig to form the sixty year cycle. One's Chinese horoscope is based on which lunar year in this sixty year cycle one was born.

wood - ruled by Jupiter
Fire - ruled by Mars
earth - ruled by Saturn
metal - ruled by Venus
water - ruled by Mercury

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Rat 1900 1912 1924 1936 1948 1960 1972 1984 1996

Ox 1901 1913 1925 1937 1949 1961 1973 1985 1997

Tiger 1902 1914 1926 1938 1950 1962 1974 1986 1998

Rabbit 1903 1915 1927 1939 1951 1963 1975 1987 1999

Dragon 1904 1916 1928 1940 1952 1964 1976 1988 2000

Snake 1905 1917 1929 1941 1953 1965 1977 1989 2001

Horse 1906 1918 1930 1942 1954 1966 1978 1990 2002

Sheep 1907 1919 1931 1943 1955 1967 1979 1991 2003

Monkey 1908 1920 1932 1944 1956 1968 1980 1992 2004

Rooster 1909 1921 1933 1945 1957 1969 1981 1993 2005

Dog 1910 1922 1934 1946 1958 1970 1982 1994 2006

Pig 1911 1923 1935 1947 1959 1971 1983 1995 2007[/u]

The Rat
Ruler of the hours 11pm to 1am
Direction - North
Season - Winter/December
Fixed element - Water positive
Yin/Yang - Yang

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Rat tend to be forthright, generous and easy going to all of those that they love and care for. They generally have happy, lively personalities and are very outgoing, although they can get very edgy when upset. On the whole they are successful in what they choose to do and are full of imagination and possess very good memories. During a crisis rats come into their own because they are level headed and intuitive, but often their energies can be scattered by their over ambitious tendencies. If their over ambitious enthusiasm can be avoided there is no reason why Rats should not do well. The Rat is a lover of money and a hater of waste and idleness.

The year of the Rat: is symbolic of opportunity and good prospects. Business in general is forecast as being good although it is possible that bleak years will follow. However anything that began in the year of the Rat should in theory be successful.

The Fire Rat - aggressive, dynamic, competitive, competitively motivated, self-determining and is full of ideals.

The Wood Rat - inquisitive, intuitive, apprehensive, adaptable, is motivated by diligence and is not very conventional.

The Earth Rat - trusty, adult, is motivated by permanence, is realistic and sanctimonious.

The Metal Rat - sensitive, idealistic, envious, is motivated by thought and is possessive.

The Water Rat - shrewd, perceptive, is motivated by education, is traditional and understanding.

Element Date of Birth
Rat

Fire Rat 24 Jan 1936 to 10 Feb 1937 - 19 Feb 1996 to 7 Feb 1997

Wood Rat 5 Feb 1924 to 24 Jan 19252 - Feb 1984 to 19 Feb 1985

Earth Rat 10 Feb 1948 to 28 Jan 1949 - 7 Feb 2008 to 25 Jan 2009

Metal Rat 31 Jan 1900 to 18 Feb 1901 - 28 Jan 1960 to 14 Feb 1961

Water Rat 18 Feb 1912 to 5 Feb 1913 - 15 Feb 1972 to 2 Feb 1973

The Ox
Ruler of the hours 1am to 3am
Direction - North/Northeast
Season - Winter/January
Fixed element - Water negative
Yin/Yang - Yin

Personality Traits:
People born under the sign of the Ox are generally calm, dependable, patient and unflagging. The Ox is symbolic of prosperity that is achieved through hard work. Although obstinate they do have logical minds and will not be easily frightened. They appreciate that in order to achieve success things must be done in a certain methodical and correct way. Ox people are seldom deprived and tend to be both reliable and conventional. They are patient, but once angry and incensed it will be difficult to reason with them, they also have a propensity to hold grudges. Ruled more by their heads than hearts they are full of pride and uncompromising and in order to be happier they should nurture their sense of humor.

The year of the Ox: is one in which success will escape without a sustained, mindful effort. The sort of problems that are encountered in the year of the Ox tend to be home front problems that seem to be never ending. The Ox year needs discipline and it is not the time for unruly behaviour or taking short cuts. In this year success is achieved solely through hard work.

The Fire Ox - powerful, money-oriented, motivated by combat, but is also objective.

The Wood Ox - traditional, accommodating, ethical, fair-minded and motivated by honesty.

The Earth Ox - resolute, enduring, motivated by patience, is focused and genuine.

The Metal Ox - confrontational, conceited, bright, intense and motivated by conviction.

The Water Ox - systematic, motivated by strength of mind, is patient, practicable and levelheaded.

Ox
Fire Ox 11 Feb 1937 to 30 Jan 1938-8 Feb 1997 to 27 Jan 1998

Wood Ox 25 Jan 1925 to 12 Feb 1926-20 Feb 1985 to 8 Feb 1986

Earth Ox 29 Jan 1949 to 16 Feb 1950-26 Jan 2009 to 13 Feb 2010

Metal Ox 19 Feb 1901 to 7 Feb 1902-15 Feb 1961 to 4 Feb 1962

Water Ox 6 Feb 1913 to 25 Jan 1914-3 Feb 1973 to 22 Jan 1974

The Tiger
Ruler of the hours 3am to 5am
Direction - East/Northeast
Season - Winter/February
Fixed element - Wood positive
Yin/Yang - Yang

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Tiger tend to have very go-ahead personalities, they love to be the centre of attention and are often very fortunate and full of drive. Although they are often skeptical by nature they can make rash decisions, but above all they are loving, giving, and genuine. They tend to immerse themselves in any of their undertakings and while full of optimism they are not materialistic. Intensity as opposed to logical best describes a Tiger person. At their worst they are stubborn, self-centred and awkward but on the plus side they can also be sensitive and sympathetic. They will go to great lengths to reap their revenge and detest being ignored. As a tiger, life will be filled with just about every emotion and very volatile; and being great optimists life will also be full of many challenges

The year of the Tiger: is a very likely to be a volatile year, everything is taken to its limit in this big and bold year. It can also be a year of war, disasters and all kinds of disputes, it is a year for massive change but this can also bring out the best.

The Fire Tiger - dramatic, self-reliant, giving, motivated by enthusiasm and is quirky.

The Wood Tiger - enchanting, pioneering, scheming, motivated by co-operation and is tolerant.

The Earth Tiger - hard working, academic, motivated by worth, is impartial and responsible.

The Metal Tiger - aggressive, attractive, diligent, motivated by self interest and selfish.

The Water Tiger - perceptive, motivated by tranquility, is unbiased, open minded and honest.

Tiger

Fire Tiger 13 Feb 1926 to 1 Feb 1927--9 Feb 1986 to 28 Jan 1987

Wood Tiger 26 Jan 1914 to 13 Feb 1915--23 Jan 1974 to 10 Feb 1975

Earth Tiger 31 Jan 1938 to 18 Feb 1939--28 Jan 1998 to 5 Feb 1999

Metal Tiger 17 Feb 1950 to 5 Feb 1951--14 Feb 2010 to 2 Feb 2011

Water Tiger 8 Feb 1902 to 28 Jan 1903--5 Feb 1962 to 24 Jan 1963


The Rabbit
Ruler of the hours 5am to 7am
Direction - East
Season - Spring/March
Fixed element - Wood negative
Yin/Yang - Yin

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Rabbit tend to be fortunately blessed, strong willed, hate disagreements, careful, unobtrusive, systematic and confident. The Rabbit is one of the most fortunate of all the Chinese star signs. With their live and let live attitude toward life they don't often get into trouble and seldom make enemies. Although they can often put themselves first due to their fondness for comfort, they are considerate, kind and thoughtful towards others. Rabbits are said to be elegant and kindly and the Rabbit is the symbol of long life. They are said to draw their life energy from the moon. Although being graceful, kind and sensitive and leading tranquil lives, they do have a tendency towards being removed, indifferent and somewhat temperamental. In business they do tend to be fortunate but this comes from being shrewd, crafty and hardnosed. On the whole the Rabbit likes an easy, good time and gives sensible solid advice, although they do shy away from commitments.

The year of the Rabbit: is in sharp contrast to the explosive year of the tiger. It is a year of placidity and respite where little will be set in stone; a carefree happy year that will be both temperate and relaxed.

The Fire Rabbit - loving, unobtrusive, sensitive, perceptive and motivated by appreciation.

The Wood Rabbit - thoughtful, kindly, motivated by generosity, is liberal and compassionate.

The Earth Rabbit - fair, withdrawn, money-oriented, motivated by appropriation and is solemn.

The Metal Rabbit - crafty, rational, temperamental, sensitive and motivated by attention to detail.

The Water Rabbit - empathic, delicate, motivated by peace, is also biased and introvert.

Rabbit

Fire Rabbit 2 Feb 1927 to 22 Jan 1928--29 Jan 1987 to 16 Feb 1988

Wood Rabbit 14 Feb 1915 to 2 Feb 191--11 Feb 1975 to 30 Jan 1976

Earth Rabbit 19 Feb 1939 to 7 Feb 1940-- 6 Feb 1999 to 4 Feb 2000

Metal Rabbit 6 Feb 1951 to 26 Jan 1952

Water Rabbit 29 Jan 1903 to 15 Feb 1904--25 Jan 1963 to 12 Feb 196

The Dragon (LONG)
Ruler of the hours 7am to 9am
Direction - East/Southeast
Season - Spring/April
Fixed element - Wood positive
Yin/Yang - Yang

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Dragon appear to have magical traits, they are strong and full of energy and forever on the go. Some of their more negative traits include: eccentricity, a tendency towards being arrogant and very trying. However they do have many fans and expect the same level of excellence from others that they expect from themselves. They are also full of pride. Other traits include: failing to practice what they preach, over confident, a tendency to intimidate others, feel themselves to be above the law, and can be illogical, domineering and obstinate. In many cases they fail to identify their foes. Although energetic they are liable to become obsessive. On the plus side they seldom hold grudges and are generally quick to forgive. Dragons are said to be able to accomplish great things and those born in this year are also said to represent the horns of destiny. Needing a cause for which to fight, Dragons will never merely stand back and accept their fate or what life brings.

The year of the Dragon: is one that brings happiness and good fortune. It is one of the most positive and strongest of all of the twelve star signs. During the year of the Dragon their will be violent acts of nature, with an electrifying ambience and things coming in waves. For those considering marriage or starting a new venture or business it is an favourable year.

The Fire Dragon - challenging, compassionate, fair, motivated by aspiration and is virtuous.

The Wood Dragon - arrogant, giving, logical, motivated by inspiration and frank.

The Earth Dragon - courageous, motivated by jurisdiction, is practical, steady and leisurely.

The Metal Dragon - truthful, intense, motivated by contest, is resolute and inflexible.

The Water Dragon - democratic, dedicated, unrestrained, motivated by negotiation and is also dependable.

Dragon

Fire Dragon 3 Feb 1916 to 22 Jan 1917--31 Jan 1976 to 17 Feb 1977

Wood Dragon 16 Feb 1904 to 3 Feb 1905--13 Feb 1964 to 1 Feb 1965

Earth Dragon 23 Jan 1928 to 9 Feb 1929--17 Feb 1988 to 5 Feb 1989

Metal Dragon 8 Feb 1940 to 26 Jan 1941--5 Feb 2000 to 23 Jan 2001

Water Dragon 27 Jan 1952 to 13 Feb 1953


The Snake (SHE)
Ruler of the hours 9am to 11am
Direction - South/Southwest
Season - Spring/May
Fixed element - Fire negative
Yin/Yang - Yin

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Snake tend to exhibit the following characteristics: they are intellectual, superstitious, sceptical, astute, have elegance, innate wisdom, and possibly some levels of supernatural capability. Snake people rarely seek independent advice or advice from others, possibly because on the whole they don't communicate well with others. They tend to be very private people, but when they are riled they like to " settle old scores". Generally they are very deliberate about whatever they say. They like to think first and speak later and they also have a cautious business sense. It is in their nature to be very unremitting and suspicious and this results in a character that is both slow to forgive, highly calculative, somewhat hateful in nature and can certainly bide their time in order to reap their revenge. Other features include: leading dangerous lives that are full of thrills and intrigue, yet they keep a firmness of purpose and a clear presence of mind.

The year of the Snake: is a somewhat changeable year, filled with preparation, contemplation and much reflection. Often breakthroughs are made but achieved in silence. Generally the Snake year is not a calm year, possibly a year of sharp dealings, turmoil and even war if differences cannot be resolved. To sum up: the year of the snake is the strongest most negative force of all of the signs.

The Fire Snake - self-assured, masterful, motivated by authority and power, wary and unbending.

The Wood Snake - constant, discreet, serious, fascinating, motivated by understanding and accord.

The Earth Snake - traditional, trusty, is motivated by rationality, unrelenting and dependable.

The Metal Snake - scheming, vigorous, cautious and is motivated by commitment.

The Water Snake - inquiring, money oriented, a thinker, motivated by " insight" and is "patient".

Snake

Fire Snake 23 Jan 1917 to 10 Feb 1918--18 Feb 1977 to 6 Feb 1978

Wood Snake 4 Feb 1905 to 24 Jan 1906--2 Feb 1965 to 20 Jan 1966

Earth Snake 10 Feb 1929 to 29 Jan 1930--6 Feb 1989 to 26 Jan 1990

Metal Snake 27 Jan 1941 to 14 Feb 1942--24 Jan 2001 to 11 Feb 2002

Water Snake 14 Feb 1953 to 2 Feb 1954

The Horse (MA)
Ruler of the hours 11am to 1pm
Direction - South
Season - Summer/June
Fixed element - Fire positive
Yin/Yang - Yang

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Horse tend to fall very easily in and out of love, as well as being both cheery and very well-liked they are willful and irritable but often very nice-looking. Some of their other personality traits include: a love of exercise, a tendency to make rash choices and they have a unpredictable character. They are somewhat lively, impulsive and independent, unbiased, adaptable and proficient and think nothing of making a snap decision. They possess the ability to " manipulate" people and events. Often they rush those that are not as quick as themselves. They have a love of independence and free-will and give preferentiality to things done their way, although they do tend to be forgetful and " jump to conclusions". Their powers of persuasion are extraordinary and they are neither envious or mistrustful by nature; instead they loathe wasting time, can be variable, cannot stick to agendas and have great difficulty in unwinding. Although having many friends, they like better, to rely on themselves and prefer their way of achieving their aims.

The year of the Horse: is a time for progress, it is a very happy-go-lucky, frantic and wild year that is both adventurous and satisfying. There will be an upward turn to the year with a deal of good humour. It is a year for going it alone, perhaps with some shocks in store but on the whole a courageous and daring year.

The Fire Horse - highly strung, powerful, inconsistent, alluring and motivated by strength of will.

The Wood Horse - helpful, motivated by advancement, dependable, methodical and quirky.

The Earth Horse - reliable, rational, motivated by prudence, accurate and slow.

The Metal Horse - affectionate, egotistical, motivated by "challenge", fruitful and obstinate.

The Water Horse - flexible, amusing, lacking consistency, motivated by " action" and self-absorbed.

Horse

Fire Horse 25 Jan 1906 to 12 Feb 1907--21 Jan 1966 to 8 Feb 1967

Wood Horse 3 Feb 1954 to 23 Jan 1955

Earth Horse 11 Feb 1918 to 31 Jan 1919--7 Feb 1978 to 27 Jan 1979

Metal Horse 30 Jan 1930 to 16 Feb 1931--27 Jan 1990 to 14 Feb 1991

Water Horse 15 Feb 1942 to 4 Feb 1943--12 Feb 2002 to 31 Jan 2003


The Sheep (YANG)
Ruler of the hours 1pm to 3pm
Direction - South/Southwest
Season - Summer/July
Fixed element - Fire negative
Yin/Yang - Yin

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Goat/Sheep tend to take on the role of the " good Samaritan". The Sheep is the most feminine sign of all of the Chinese animals. Usually they are very good-natured, genuine, timid and bashful, which can sometimes lead to them being taken 'for a ride' by others. Some of their other traits include: being overwhelmed by their emotions, a tendency to become somewhat negative, gloomy and introvert. They are natural born worriers who will always predict and expect the worst. They especially loathe criticism and regulation and sometimes find it difficult to maintain an objective view on things. However they are kindhearted, mild, understanding and very forgiving. They would rather be in a huff than come to blows. On the whole people tend to " care deeply" for them and they will always have the things that they require in life. They have an enduring personality that prefers not to disclose troubles unless really forced to. Sheep people deny themselves nothing and are "hopeless romantics".

The year of the Sheep: is one that will be a time for caring, bringing out creative talent, imagination and emotion, whilst remaining, calm, smooth and slow. " Harmony with moderation" are the key words with a warning about the danger of negativity.

The Fire Sheep - aggressive, dramatic, lively, motivated by deed and can be malicious.

The Wood Sheep - loyal, bighearted, motivated by "trust", " sentimental" and considerate.

The Earth Sheep - traditional, autonomous, motivated by diligence, anxious and hopeful.

The Metal Sheep - motivated by accord, jealous, defensive, " vulnerable" and unbalanced.

The Water sheep - attractive, mild, suggestible, motivated by others and is opportunistic.

Sheep

Fire Sheep 13 Feb 1907 to 1 Feb 1908--9 Feb 1967 to 29 Jan 1968

Wood Sheep 24 Jan 1955 to 11 Feb 1956

Earth Sheep 1 Feb 1919 to 19 Feb 1920--28 Jan 1979 to 15 Feb 1980

Metal Sheep 17 Feb 1931 to 5 Feb 1932--15 Feb 1991 to 3 Feb 1992

Water Sheep 5 Feb 1943 to 24 Jan 1944--1 Feb 2003 to 21 Jan 2004

The Monkey (HOU)
Ruler of the hours 3pm to 5pm
Direction - West/Southwest
Season - Summer/August
Fixed element - Metal positive
Yin/Yang - Yang

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Monkey tend to be generally good at " mastering anything" they put their hands to, they are also successful. This is possibly due to a combination of personality traits including: charm, cleverness, quit wittedness and their love of a challenge. They are also crafty, competitive, envious and have a flexible character. At times they are capable of great dishonesty, they can be both self-centered and narcissistic and can often have a superiority complex, believing themselves to be above others. They always manage to give good reason for their deeds and with a total and unshakeable belief in themselves, they feel that they always know best and are seldom discouraged. Although they have a complete lack of impartiality they do have good intellectual skill and good memories. The monkey has an avid inquisitiveness but likes to find the easy way out of any problems.

The year of the Monkey: is one where absolutely anything and everything is possible, a year when things that appear impossible will succeed. With all of this success around no-one will know what they are doing. A haggling and shamming it year full of luck and one where no-one will accept no for answer.

The Fire Monkey - bossy, lively, creative, motivated by rivalry and sexual.

The Wood Monkey - cautious, talkative, perceptive, motivated by honesty and restless.

The Earth Monkey - motivated by curiosity, good-natured, dependable, sullen, and methodical.

The Metal Monkey - motivated by constancy, affectionate, self-reliant, stylish and sturdy.

The Water Monkey - collaborative, elusive, clever, motivated by amiability and sensitive.

Monkey

Fire Monkey 12 Feb 1956 to 30 Jan 1957

Wood Monkey 25 Jan 1944 to 12 Feb 1945--22 Jan 2004 to 8 Feb 2005

Earth Monkey 2 Feb 1908 to 21 Jan 1909--30 Jan 1968 to 16 Feb 1969

Metal Monkey 20 Feb 1920 to 7 Feb 1921--16 Feb 1980 to 4 Feb 1981

Water Monkey 6 Feb 1932 to 25 Jan 1933--4 Feb 1992 to 22 Jan 1993

The Rooster (JI)
Ruler of the hours 5pm to 7pm
Direction - West
Season - Autumn/September
Fixed element - Metal negative
Yin/Yang - Yin

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Rooster tend to hide their conservative natures via a display of aggression and self-confidence, however they are very "dignified". Roosters come in two types: those that are very somber and those that are very communicative. They love to be the focus of attention, showing scant regard for the feelings of others and as a result they are often susceptible to flattery and sycophancy. Other personality traits include: vigilance, decisiveness, straightforwardness and accuracy. They have a love of debate and dispute, but can also be very critical and forthright. Roosters tend not to be very creative or adaptable, but still like to be noticed and especially to be given awards. However they are excellent with money and are great purists to the degree that they will not allow for human weaknesses. Their minds work along scientific lines and generally they are genuine and " well meaning".

The year of the Rooster: is one of a huge dissipation of energy, with only a precarious balance, which can often lead to arguments. It is a cautious year where no-one wants to listen to anyone else resulting in many disagreements and " frayed nerves". However no-one will undergo too much hardship.

The Fire Rooster - hard working, independent, motivated by principals, exact and unpredictable.

The Wood Rooster - thoughtful, truthful, motivated by dependability, disciplined and selfless.

The Earth Rooster - well-organized, motivated by efficiency, scholarly, methodical and modest.

The Metal Rooster - idealistic, hard working, motivated by inference, opportunistic and practicable.

The Water Rooster - competent, lively, academic, motivated by ingenuity and practical.

Rooster

Fire Rooster 31 Jan 1957 to 17 Feb 1958

Wood Rooster 13 Feb 1945 to 1 Feb 1946--9 Feb 2005 to 28 Jan 2006

Earth Rooster 22 Jan 1909 to 9 Feb 1910--17 Feb 1969 to 5 Feb 1970

Metal Rooster 8 Feb 1921 to 27 Jan 1922--5 Feb 1981 to 24 Jan 1982

Water Rooster 26 Jan 1933 to 13 Feb 1934--23 Jan 1993 to 9 Feb 1994

The DOG
Ruler of the hours 7pm to 9pm
Direction - West/Northwest
Season - Autumn/October
Fixed element - Metal positive
Yin/Yang - Yang

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Dog tend to be very well liked as it is one of the most popular of all of the animals. Dog people are: truthful, clever, with a strong sense of fairness and devotion. They never shirk their duties, they always do their fair share of things and will always " listen to reason". They would never ignore a distress call, often putting the well-being of others before their own and they never abandon people. Other traits include: open-mindedness, never envious, non money-minded and very adept at seeing straight through others. However should you try to snoop into their affairs they can become secretive and also give a cold shoulder to those who they don't really like. They are also: intrepid, practical and " have great insight into human nature". They can be belligerent, gloomy, be anxious for no apparent reason and they absolutely detest pretence. Inevitabilities are never put on hold, neither is giving a clear-cut answer to something. Above all they are never sly, underhand or crafty.

The year of the Dog: is a year for reflection and to assess ones values. There will be disturbances, revolts, but as the Dog is always on the lookout, honesty will always rule the day. This year will see great benevolent and idealistic deeds and various unusual changes; a time when broadmindedness and fairness will be supported. Although this year is one of great cynicism a sense of balance and tranquility will be upheld.

The Fire Dog - dramatic, ferocious, alluring, motivated by strength of mind and self confident.

The Wood Dog - adaptable, bighearted, motivated by logic and reason, steady and affectionate.

The Earth Dog - motivated by morals, practical, careful, enigmatic and wary.

The Metal Dog - generous, judicious, rigid, motivated by devotion and gracious.

The Water Dog - laid-back, instinctive, motivated by self-indulgence and philosophical.

Dog

Fire Dog 2 Feb 1946 to 21 Jan 1947--29 Jan 2006 to 17 Feb 2007

Wood Dog 14 Feb 1934 to 3 Feb 1935--10 Feb 1994 to 30 Jan 1995

Earth Dog 18 Feb 1958 to 7 Feb 1959

Metal Dog 10 Feb 1910 to 29 Jan 1911--6 Feb 1970 to 26 Jan 1971

Water Dog 28 Jan 1922 to 15 Feb 1923--25 Jan 1982 to 12 Feb 1983

The BOAR
Ruler of the hours 9pm to 11pm
Direction - North/Northwest
Season - Autumn/November
Fixed element - Water negative
Yin/Yang - Yin

Personality Traits:
People born under the year of the Boar tend to be: brave, giving, like commitment, unpretentious, incredibly enduring, reliant, strong and trusty. They are very patient, loyal and do not hold grudges; they also make very good tutors. As a result of their loyal and thoughtful natures Boars make very many permanent companions, although they do expect others to put up with their shortcomings. They detest quarrels, but they can be somewhat patronizing and "naive"; this leads to a certain amount of gullibility. Boars are selfless, hot tempered, quick surmount their problems and always enjoy good fortune. Even though others may be entirely wrong, Boars will still listen to them. On the whole Boars are quite happy, they tend to remain in the background of any situations and are very loyal and considerate. Sometimes they are taken very much for granted.

The year of the Boar: is one of benevolence, one with a lot of 'feel good factor', one of " abundance" and a good year for business. Life in this year will be lived to the full and although there will be uncertainty it will be minimal. It is a rich year with impetuous acts, but care is recommended with any matters concerning money. The Boar is the symbol for great courage and integrity.

The Fire Boar - deep, motivated by affection, stubborn, sensual and irresponsible.

The Wood Boar - deceitful, kind-hearted, scheming, motivated by ambition and shrewd.

The Earth Boar - welcoming, motivated by common-sense, calm, industrious and level-headed.

The Metal Boar - bossy, lively, extroverted, motivated by fortitude and patience and is full of pride.

The Water Boar - motivated by belief, insightful, unrelenting and influential.

Boar

Fire Boar 22 Jan 1947 to 9 Feb 1948--18 Feb 2007 to 6 Feb 2008

Wood Boar 4 Feb 1935 to 23 Jan 1936--31 Jan 1995 to 18 Feb 1996

Earth Boar 8 Feb 1959 to 27 Jan 1960

Metal Boar 30 Jan 1911 to 17 Feb 1912--27 Jan 1971 to 14 Feb 1972

Water Boar 16 Feb 1923 to 4 Feb 1924--13 Feb 1983 to 1 Feb 1984