Rat ( 1948, 1960, 1972)

Ox ( 1949,1961, 1973)

Tiger ( 1950, 1962, 1974)

Rabbit (1951, 1963, 1975)

Dragon ( 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976)

Snake ( 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977)

Horse (1942,1954,1966,1978)

Goat ( 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979)

Monkey ( 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980)

Rooster ( 1945, 1957, 1969,1981)

Dog ( 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982)

Pig ( 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983)

RAT: A BETTER YEAR

For the natives of Rat this year of the Goat will be in general better than the previous. There will be more progress, although a moderate one.

The second half of the year tends to be better, especially in professional matters.

Despite the global positive balance, they should not expect that a year without any difficulties. Besides, they must not forget that in the Rats’ destiny there are, this year, several “negative stars”, which constitute an alert for eventual and unexpected problems.

Love

Younger people, and those not yet committed to a stable relationship, may have an interesting year. Their attractiveness will be highlighted, so some “affairs” may happen, although it is highly unlikely that any of them will last.

The rest of the cases may have to face difficulties. They should try to improve their relationship within their marriage and with their family.

Career

It is very important that they pay a lot of attention to their relationship with work colleagues and professional relationships in general. This is their Achilles’ heel in this year of the Goat.

If they don’t treat as important the eventual problems that may be arising, and don’t make an effort to correct what isn’t right, they may have a high price to pay for their slip-up. For instance, there is the danger of ending up isolated.

During the second half of the year the situation tends to improve clearly in this aspect.

Money

In this area there are astrologers who point to the appearance of a star called Gradual Breakdown. Its symbolism is related to the importance, in agriculture, of a good management of water for the irrigation of cultivated land. Here, water symbolizes money and the existing resources.

If there isn’t a wise and careful management, all the best they have may, in the end of the year, be reduced to almost nothing.

This doesn’t mean that negative things will happen. Above all, it is an alert.

Health

This is, somehow, the strongest aspect of the year. Health problems are unlikely, and the body will have strength enough to react vigorously before whatever tries to disturb its natural balance.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

People born in the year of the Rat will have the star Lunar Virtue supporting them.

As it is known, lunar symbolism is more related to tact than with strength. That means it is very important, especially in crisis situations, to pay attention to other people’s feelings. If they do that, Rat will develop an exceptional ability to influence other people, which is half way to solving their problems.

OX: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

This year represents a great challenge to those born in the year of the Ox. This is because the Goat, the eighth sign in the Chinese zodiac, opposes the Ox, which is the second sign.

This may in fact be a complicated year for some Oxes, but it won’t be so for all.

In the traditional Chinese philosophy the ends meet, and what is very negative holds inside the possibility of being positive.

People born in the year of the Ox should follow the course of events with hope and a positive frame of mind, for the worst the situations are, the more easily they may become  their opposite, and then good fortune will appear.

Love

In a pressing year, this is however a favored area. People born in the year of the Ox will be more attractive and magnetic than usual. Eventual problems that may occur in this area will be more due to excess than do default.

Marriage and family life will be protected.

Career

Progress may be difficult. They may have the feeling that their efforts are worthless.

In fact, in this year of the Goat the most appropriate way of solving the problems is not with effort, but with a careful and intelligent performance. They should also be discreet and try to improve their relationship with other people.

Like we said before, the situation may turn into a positive one in an instant.

Money

Even though they may feel a lot of pressure, they should not commit illicit or unlawful actions. They would run the risk of paying too high a price for the smallest mistake.

Anyway, if they avoid risk investments or unusual initiatives, the balance by the end of the year will be positive.

Health

The biggest danger is that, in situations of great tension, health may become a weak link. That means this aspect of life should be a priority.

If they lead a healthy life, both physical and mentally, they will feel stronger and that will enhance their ability to turn problems into opportunities.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

The star Tail of the Leopard appears in the fate of Oxes. To step on the tail of the leopard, unadvertedly or not, means the fiercest ferocity will awake and turn against you.

Due to the influence of this star, people born in the year of the Ox should keep all their possible discretion and avoid provoking people or institutions.

At first glance, the energies of the Tiger and the Goat do not combine. This last sign is related to the peaceful development  of life, in which extremes are avoided, whereas the Tiger has a predisposition for great challenges and a radical approach to life, therefore it seems to them that in the year of the Goat everything is too slow, dragging and uninteresting.

But with the passing of the months they will realize things are not quite like that. On the contrary, the year may become rather constructive and positive. The harder they try, the more they will achieve.

Love

The star Heavenly Happiness symbolizes happiness in marriage and a happy family life. Its influence benefits sentimental life. For single Snakes, the expectation of a new relationship or marriage will always be present.

Career

This is a clearly positive year, due, among other reasons, to a star which symbolism is linked to the so called “Flower of the Emperor”, that is said to have been planted inside the Forbidden City. It represents social superiority.

This star’s appearance in a person’s destiny points to the probability of a job promotion and the ability to deal with difficulties and controlling situations.

Money

The star Sudden Collapse appears in the destiny of Tigers to recommend prudence. Its symbolism is connected with the image of a building collapsing from the lack of solid foundations.

That is, if the foundations of projects and businesses aren’t solid enough, they may end up collapsing due to the slightest accident. Risk investments should be avoided.

Health

The Tigers’ physical and mental health will be one of their best assets. Feeling stronger, they tend to face life in a more positive way. The rest (namely good luck) will come along…

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

According to the famous astrologer Rocky Sung, the magic word for Tiger natives during this year will be “concentration”. People born in the year of the Tiger will achieve almost everything they yearn for through a correct mental attitude and activation of creativity.

But they cannot get to the extreme of letting themselves go blind because of their own ambition of success. That would be destroying the magic.

This is clearly a favorable year for the people born in the year of the Rabbit. They should make an effort not to let this potentially excellent period pass by without taking advantage of this opportunity.

The fact that good things begin to happen – even though they are not a product of personal effort but only of good fortune – will have a positive effect on their psyche, and that in turn will tend to improve situations even more.

Love

They should focus on preserving what they already got, more than on trying anything new.

The specific influences for Rabbits’ sentimental life are not the best, but as their general conjuncture is favorable, that will end up having a positive reflection  on that aspect.

Career

A particularly auspicious year, excellent to launch a new project or business.

The star The Eight Chiefs gets its symbolism to the eight chiefs who helped the emperor to rule the country. Although formally they were under the “prime-ministers”’ orders, the truth is, they were who really held the power. That influence gives Rabbits a very strong power and the ability to keep the enemies at a distance.

Money

A good year for transactions and investments. The business intuition will be finely tuned.

But that doesn’t mean they can act unwisely. If they act according to good sense they will be rewarded in a very distinct way.

Health

Health itself won’t be a problem. But there is some predisposition for accidents, especially those related to water.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

Even though  the balance is clearly positive, there are still a lot of negative stars in the destiny of Rabbits for this year. That means not everything will be a rose garden, but they must never loose heart in difficult moments, for soon everything will be positive again.

Even so, this will be a year for all things except to stand still. The more involvement there is in the action, the more possibilities Rabbits will have of living an unforgettable year, one full of events.

A star rises called Saddle of the Commander, which holds a symbolism of courage and military superiority. It is said that, with its help, people can surpass obstacles and impose their will.

Other favorable stars are the Heavenly Virtue and the Star of the Blessing, that allow them, not only to have luck but also to turn what is negative into positive.

But the star of Gossip will be a constant threat. That means Dragons will have to be particularly discreet and alert during the year.

Love

The most significant threat in this field is the presence of the star Isolated Living. Its symbolism stems from the punishment that was inflicted, on ancient China, on those who acted against law and tradition – they were isolated from their family.

This star points to the need of paying due attention to others, and to expressing affection.

Career

Your creative and innovating attitude will attract success, but they will have to keep within the boundaries of what is reasonable. Often the road to success will go through, not doing exactly what they had imagined, but acting according to what is possible.

They will have to make some concessions now, so that later they can be rewarded with solid success.

Money

The only thing asked of them is that they are wise.

The atmosphere of success of the year will inevitably drag with it financial benefits. But if they are not careful with their expenses, or if they make risk investments, it might happen that they reach the end of the year with a negative balance.

Health

In many moments of the year Dragons will live very intensely, and they won’t always respect the basic principles of a healthy life. This will be their weakest link. Thus, they must make an effort to pay their health the appropriate attention.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

The sign of the Dragon is related to high flights of the spirit, while the Goat is more modest in scope and discreet in actuation.

The message is that, beyond the great projects, professional or not, that mobilize our personal energies and our creativity, we cannot forget the human side of life. Namely the time we "waste" or "lose" with other people may not be immediately productive, but constitutes in itself a form of enrichment.

This will be a better year than the previous, but still with obstacles and problems to solve. The road to success and happiness is linked to an attitude focused on fulfilling their own tasks, solving their own problems, and avoiding to meddle in issues that are specifically other people’s affairs.

They must be careful with the criticism they make, for it may have a  truly bad reception.

The great card of the year is the appearance of the star Travelling Horse, that points to the possibility of voyages that will change life positively. All that means contacts abroad should be looked upon as positive, and welcomed with arms wide open.

Love

It is important that they don’t expect too much in this aspect. If anything positive is about to happen, that will occur spontaneously, and not by being forced.

On the other hand, relationships with other people (in marriage, family or friendship) should be as healthy and as natural as possible. It is convenient that any tension that arises will be immediately solved by an honest and enlightening conversation.

Career

They should follow a conservative and defensive strategy, and think more about preserving what they already have than about conquering new territories.

Progress and positive things will happen mostly due to hazard and good fortune, and not so much to present efforts.

In general the year is not favorable to launching new projects or taking initiatives, except if they are connected with foreign countries.

Money

If they chose to lead a regular life, in which each month’s income is always greater than the expenses, there will be no problems.

But everything will be much more complicated if expenses are not under control or if there is the temptation of making large investments.

Health

Health will be their strongest asset. They should be aware of that and make the most of their physical and psychological well-being.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

It is believed that people born in the year of the Snake hold a strange magical power inside them. Some even think that one of the greatest challenges for the natives of Snake is learning how to deal with that inner strength. If they are able to tune in with it, they will work miracles; if not, inexplicable problems will begin to arise.

In the actual case of this year, they must believe fully in that power. If they realize they are "after" something, that is a sign revealing that they are not in tune with their personal power, for they are not believing in it.

But if they are completely self-confident, so much as not to try anything and simply wait for what they deserve to come to them, that will mean they are in tune with the power, and that the miracles will begin to happen...

The "Earthly Branches" that correspond to the Horse and the Goat have an harmonious relationship, so it seems like this year will be favorable.

The Horse is a sign of action and adventure, but its natives don’t often have the objective and subjective conditions to give free rein to their philosophy of freedom and enjoying life.

However, in this year of the Goat everything tends to be in position for that, and there are conditions for many of their dreams to come true.

Opportunities will abound, their qualities will be recognized and their actions welcomed. True, there will be problems and obstacles, but this year’s positive energy will allow Horse natives to overcome them easily.

Love

People born in the year of the Horse are passionate and emotional by nature.

For those who are not in a relationship, this year will surely bring a lot of news. For those who are married it will certainly be a lively period, but maybe somewhat confused, for emotions will be running wild.

Career

Two important and powerful favorable stars appear in their destiny, bringing them popularity, support from friends and colleagues, and the conditions to take their projects ahead.

The danger that exists is that the success atmosphere may turn against them. To avoid that happening they must make an effort to keep the most discreet attitude possible, and be alert to the feelings of jealousy that will certainly flourish around them.

Money

The favorable atmosphere of the year will bring financial benefits, namely those stemming from a good professional situation.

However, Chinese astrologers advise Horse natives not to push their luck, and to try to avoid earning money through gambling or speculation.

At the same time they must control their expenses.

Health

The star called Spell of Sickness recommends that special attention should be paid to health-related issues.

With the probable liveliness of the year, Horse natives will however have the tendency (that they should fight) to neglect this essential aspect of life.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

It is undisputedly a (potential) year of good luck, but that doesn’t mean that success and happiness are automatically guaranteed.

The cornerstone of Chinese astrology is balance. This means, too much good luck may also be a problem, if it’s not properly dealt with. The reins of good fortune must be under control, so that it doesn’t become unmanageable, or even destructive.

Theoretically the year of the Goat is favorable to those born under the sign. However, the forecasts for this particular year (2003), many astrologers, including the famous Rocky Sung from Hong Kong, come up with a less positive analysis.

In fact there are many negative stars appearing in their destiny. Although the positive potential that stems from the fact that this is “their” year still exists, people born in the year of the Goat will still have to win certain challenges before they can get to know the good side of destiny.

They will have to live discreetly, with eyes wide open, and immediately solve any problems that may arise, for their natural tendency will be towards growth.

Love

In a year when they will not always get what they want, love and family will constitute very important support.

But in love they should think more about preserving what they have, than about conquering new territories.

Career

The star called Ornament appears in their destiny, which up to a certain point has a positive connotation.

In ancient China only nobles and very important people could decorate their carriages in a special manner, according to their social status.

This star holds a symbol of success but also of loneliness, as the real loneliness that hides behind appearances is often one of the characteristics of the rich and famous.

Money

There is not much good luck, but not necessarily bad luck.

If they lead a regular life, with a careful and wise management of money, they will get to the end of the year with a clearly positive balance.

Health

Although this is a good year for health, some negative stars point towards a tendency to accidents, especially due to sharp objects, as a result of the influence of the star called The Edge of the Sword.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

"Let sleeping dogs lie". This sentence is related to one of the negative stars of the year, which means that any attitude that may be construed as a provocation should be avoided.

There is the possibility of, due to a wrong behavior, people born in the year of the Goat awakening negative reactions from people who may cause them a lot of harm. If the mistake is avoided, the dog will continue to sleep peacefully and no harm will be done.

This year promises to be full of good news, in a blatant contrast with the year that preceded it.

This year of the Goat will have a very good start, and that constructive tone tends to stay during the following months.

One of the protective stars of the year is The Sun, which has a symbolism associated with Yang energy, of a masculine nature,  linked to dynamics and authority.

Due to its benign presence, what is negative “will dissolve as the snow under the heat of the sun”.

Love

The star Pink Phoenix will bless marriages that are planned for this year, and will bring luck, in general, to everything that is related to love.

A good year to have children.

Career

They may be promoted in their jobs or reach some other kind of success. They will be in the limelight.

The great challenge of the year will be, more than reaching success, being able to keep it and make the best of it.

Especially during the second half, this year will favorable to the launching of new projects and the beginning of new activities.

But the people born in the year of the Monkey will have a court of false friends and flatterers surrounding them, always waiting to take advantage of any mistake they may commit.

Money

The star Threat of Robbery appears in the destiny of Monkeys to warn them about protecting their worldly possessions with double caution.

But in general there is a favorable conjuncture from the financial point of view, especially during the second half of the year.

Health

The conjuncture is a favorable one, nevertheless health must always be respected.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

This year of the Goat brings a clearly more favorable atmosphere than the year before (year of the Horse).

They owe that change in their destiny to the positive influence of two stars: The Sun and the Pink Phoenix. The first helps to solve problems and to reach success; the second favors happiness.

But if there is no effort and discipline, if they don’t establish precise and demanding goals for this year, the twelve months may pass without anything solid and concrete happening and remaining.

They should establish very precise objectives for themselves, and make an effort to take a step, every day (even a very small one), towards the realization of those goals. That is the only way to guarantee progress.

On the contrary, if they leave everything to hazard, they will be placing themselves in a position of vulnerability. When problems begin to arise they will spend all their time solving them punctually, and they will reach the end of the year without registering any progress that is worthy of that name. 

Love

It can be said that they will be lucky in everything related to affection. They will always find someone who will understand and support them psychologically, stimulating them to carry on towards their goals.

A good year for the beginning of a new love relationship or for marriage.

Career

They will have to know how to deal with difficulties. Above all, they will have to react intelligently, always trying not to mix up the essential with the secondary. On the other hand, they must act with competence and uprightness, so that no one can explore they weak spots and the eventual mistakes they make.

There will be months of decompressing, in which progress will be easier and their merits will be recognized.

Money

Money will arrive, but not as a consequence of any "genial idea". It is very important that they have a wise and conservative strategy, especially focused on controlling expenses.

If they don’t respect this principle, problems may arise that could eventually be serious.

Health

Health will generally be OK, that is, the body’s defenses will react vigorously to anything that might constitute a threat to health.

But they should avoid piling up stress, for that would disturb the desirable balance.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

The most negative star of the year is called Prison, and that constitutes an alert to abide by the law in a rigorous manner. The smallest mistakes may have a very high price to pay.

On the other hand, this year of the Goat will represent a test to the Roosters’ self-confidence. If they resist the first clashes of luck, everything will begin to run smoother, and they will reach the end of the year in great shape.

This will probably be a year of more happiness than success. Love, family life and money issues will clearly be more favored than professional life.

The difficulties of the year will be related to the star called Threat of the Year, that points towards a tendency for conflicts with people and institutions.

But the weight of the benign star The Moon will be more significant. It is the power of Yin energy. As the Moon light up the nights, so this star will brighten the human lives and destinies.

Love

Not only love will be good. In general, all personal relations tend to evolve in a very interesting and constructive way.

Sentimental life will be the best protected aspect. It may be the beginning of a new relationship, marriage, or simply a happy life, as the positive conjunction may have different kinds of manifestations.

Career

In this field things may not be as easy or simple.

You will not overcome eventual obstacles by the use of force. Above all, it will be decisive to act with intelligence and not loose sight of the situation as a whole. You have to put first things first and not react under the effect of emotions.

Money

The best way of “attracting” money will be (as strange as it may seem) not doing anything special to get it. It will be enough to have the good sense of having well balanced finances, and expenses reasonably under control. This way opportunities will appear naturally and it will be just a question of managing them wisely.

Health

This will be another positive aspect of the year. But if there is stress, that may have a negative effect on health.

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR

The malignant star Tight Knot symbolizes a trap that someone may be preparing, therefore they have to keep their eyes wide open.

In every situation, people born in the year of the Dog will gain from listening to more experienced people. An enlightened intelligence and a sharp intuition will allow them to, not only feel danger from a distance and avoid it, but also discover and obtain what is good.

In general, years of the Goat are positive to the people born in the year of the Pig, due to the existing harmony between the “Earthly Branches” corresponding to both signs.

But in the actual case of this year of the Goat (2003), the famous astrologer from Hong Kong, Rocky Sung, has a less optimistic prognosis. This time there are several “malignant stars” appearing in the destiny of the Pig, and they might be the origin of problems.

However, the presence of the benign star The Three Pillars means there is enough inner strength to override the obstacles and to win over eventual adversaries, thus ensuring that the final goals will be achieved.

Love

There is a great predisposition for conflict, and if that tendency is not fought back it will certainly give rise to problems, which may be serious.

For those who are not married, the natural harmony existing between the energies of the Goat and the Pig will have a much clearer effect. That may take up the form of a sentimental relationship, which will change everything.

Career

Despite the difficulties that will probably occur, the prediction is that the natives of the Pig will end up winning, if that is their determination.

It is important that they don’t rush ahead, and analyze the situations with a cold head before they react, trying to understand what is really going on. Besides, the star Pointing to the Back suggests that there is vigilance towards enemies that don’t show their face, and who, because of that are much harder to fight.

Money

Eventual financial problems will probably be the reflection of difficulties that were found in other areas. A wise management of money will be enough to reach the end of the year with a clearly positive balance.

Health

MESSAGE OF THE YEAR