Introduction to Chinese Astrology PhaseII

"Mera naam Chi Chin Choo..." Hey guys, I'm back with more Chinese Influences. This time around we shall focus on the animals that rule the Chinese Zodiac Calendar. Check out your temperament and fate and also of your family and friends born in these years. This is one place you could mistake for The Jungle Book ! To find out more of your-self read on...

THE RAT
Witty and clever, I am kind only to those who I care. Remarkably easy to get along with, our charms are universally known and loved as much as Micky Mouse! Thrifty and greedy, my self-esteem soars higher than the skylines of New York! I am the Rat; reserved on the up-front and sociable within. Accepting challenges is my game; promoting my agenda - my main aim. You take me as I am; 'cause I am considered lucky in China and Japan.

Rats can tolerate Dragons and Monkeys.

Famous Personalities : Pope John Paul, William Shakespeare, Prince Charles.
Years: 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996.

THE OX
I'm a born leader, methodical and dependable. You may find me working tirelessly. True, that I appear asocial and introverted in crowds, but I do tend to feel rather lonely and lost! It's my inability to connect with others which makes me appear so serious. This is the sole reason of my hurt. We are the 'good guys' of the Chinese Zodiac, capable of unbiased advise, our only weakness is our judgmental nature.

The Snake and the Rooster are most compatible with the Ox.

Famous Personalities: Jawaharlal Nehru, Walt Disney, Adolf Hitler.
Years: 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997.

THE TIGER
Well, well, well ! We are the Tigers. My ambition takes place of my survival instinct. Majestic, self -possessed whatever you may call me, I'm always authority...any doubts, grrrr?? We tend to be a bit more intense than others, since we are definitely the Kings around here. Noble and warm hearted we are known for our courage. Seduction may not always be on our mind but we carry a raw appeal that's extremely attractive to other signs. But cautious is what you should be when around us; 'cause we're prone to attacks of over-emotions and general attacks too! Will any one ever be able to teach us the value of moderation.

Tigers love Horses and Dogs.

Famous Personalities: Marilyn Monroe, Queen Elizabeth II, Groucho Marx.
Years: 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998.

THE RABBIT
We're the most attractive and not the Tiger! And mind you we're not here to fight nor to to create conflicts. In fact, we break down at the slightest hint of a conflict! So what if we seem disinterested and contemplative in our approach to problems. Insecurity would make anyone like us! Solid base is what look for in life to thrive. Rabbits are known to give more of themselves in their relations than is known to be healthy,...it's our over sentimentalism which makes us do such things. We are extremely timid and we also make the best of partners,; 'cause we just adore decorating our homes and entertaining at home.

The most compatible match for a rabbit is the Goat or the Pig.

Famous Personalities: Albert Einstein, Joseph Stalin, David Rockefeller.
Years: 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999.

THE DRAGON
So what if we're the luckiest? So what if we're the most powerful and the most fiery and the most brashest of all the signs? We have large, warm hearts of gold! Famous-we are-blessed with natural charisma and intelligence. Tenacious in our approach to life, we never miss an opportunity. We tend to be materially most successful in life. In love also we are lucky. But the Dragon is known far and wide for it's ego. A weakened Dragon would represent Sad Sack not ready to accept defeat nor ready to apologize! Flexibility, tolerance are words missing in his dictionary!

A Dragon is the Monkey's or the Rat's best friend.

Famous Personalities: Frank Senatra, John Lenon, Yehudi Menuhen.
Years: 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000.

THE SNAKE
Hiss...shh, I'm sleeping! Only if you have a decent excuse to wake me-up you could! I'm rather retired by temperament, you could call me lazy at times; but never mistake me to be inattentive! One of the most intelligent, charming, seductive, hard working animals of the Chinese Zodiac, we are insecure deep within. It is our intuitiveness and introversion along with a somewhat gregarious nature paired with business savvy skills which sets us apart from the rest. Since we rely more on our instincts and gut feelings rather than logical conclusions we are known to be successful in business. With a stronger sense of self and a little humility we'd be super-snakes, comfortable in our own skins!

The most compatible match for a Snake is the Rooster or the Ox.

Famous Personalities: Indira Gandhi, Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kenedy
Years: 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001.

THE HORSE
'Free as a bird' is how I'd like to be remembered. Independent of all, self- reliant and by-ourselves, permanently in love and never bound by it! It's a paradox, yet we're made that way. It's an innate sense of romance and seduction that gives us the raw sex appeal-no wonder we make the world's most famous playboys and playgirls. Funny though it may seem, we have a strange fear, which leaves us feeling empty within or lonely in a crowd-it is the fear that we'll be exposed as a fraud! Traveling is second nature to us and we follow our whims, which is why we leave most things incomplete! Neighh !!!!

The most compatible match for a Horse is the Dog or the Tiger.

Famous Personalities: Barbara Streisand, F.D. Roosevelt, Rembrandt.
Years: 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002.

THE SHEEP
Also called The Goat, we are known as the most feminine sign of all. We are the artists, creative and fashionable. That's the reason why appearances matter to us most. The goat is also known to delight in indulging a lover's every wish. Also known as the esoteric goats we love day dreaming. Not much organised nor materialistic, we find solace in our own imagination. It's the sensitive streak and our artistic temperament in us which makes us feel insecure. We generally withdraw from arguments and pull away from conflicts. But for once we cannot take too much criticism.

The Sheep gets along best with the Pig or the Rabbit.

Famous Personalities: Mohammed Ali, Barbara Walters, Billy Jean king.
Years: 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003.

THE MONKEY
Chee, Chee, we are the Monkeys. Curious and nosey, we love experimenting-care to join us? For we are the Badshahs of parties. We have a witty sense of humor and our immense knowledge is not just to show -off though we generally indulge in it! It's always fun to be around us cause we are also good listeners, so what if accidents always surround us! We definitely make exiting lovers and are to handle complicated situations with ease. Not mean nor malicious, we are care free and simply self indulged. We just need to experiment like humans need to breathe.

The most compatible match for a Monkey is the Rat or the Dragon.

Famous Personalities: Mick Jagger, Edward Kennedy, Nelson Rockefeller.
Years: 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004.

THE ROOSTER
Cock a doodle do! And you can cannot pass through, without me noticing you! Quick thinkers and practical, with good looks and a sharp mind; we are so accurate -- people mistake us to be Psychic! You could see us mostly as lawyers, accountants, brain surgeons- you see we are the honest, hard working, conservative kind. But not the ones who would get tricked easily! We tend to get a bit tedious about neatness. We accept but only on our terms; but a Rooster can be the most loyal, trusting and supportive mate around, one who bends over backward to please its loved ones.

A Rooster gets along best with the Ox or even the Snake.

Famous Personalities: Elton John, Prince Phillip, Pope Paul VI.
Years: 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005.

THE DOG
Who let the song out-the one on Dogs being let out? You see are have a few irrational fears, but that does not make us any worse! In fact we are the loyal, faithful and honest ones who are duty bound. Being temperamental is one thing, you cannot blame us for our mood swings! Dogs make excellent listeners and are known to fight against injustice. Being trust worthy ourselves, we never trust others. We have high standards and are excellent at business. Actually we always need something physical to do to keep us occupied.

The most compatible match for a Dog is the Tiger or the Horse.

Famous Personalities: Winston Churchill, Elvis Presley, Pierre Cardin.
Years: 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006.

THE BOAR
So what if western astrology doesn't appreciate us much; the Pig or the Boar in Chinese Astrology is considered the most generous and honorable. Forgiving and understanding but perfectionists, don't misinterpret us as snobs! A Bore is very caring and loving towards his friends and makes an ideal life partner. You see we tend to ignore the whole populace and spend time only with the ones who we care for. Luxurious by nature we tend to delight in finery and riches - fine foods and bubble baths - if time permit, just laze around napping or making love! We generally refuse to see any negative quality in our life partners and this the sole reason why we are more often than not taken for granted. We don't like to add fuel to fire. Our funda in life is, "Let bygones be bygones".

A Bore is compatible with the Rabbit or the Goat.

Famous Personalities: Alfred Hitchcock, Julie Andrews, Ronald Reagan
Years: 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007.

That's all folks ! See you later, with a lot more interesting grub on Chinese Astrology but that's for next time !

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By:Chin Chin Choo