The Rat is adaptable and creative. Quick-witted, bright and sociable, the rat finds friends easily, but sometimes below the surface there is a tendency to "use" friends. In business situations Rats make great planners.
The Ox Personality
The Ox is steadfast and methodical, reliable and sensible. The Ox is shy and fears taking the initiative. The Ox may be unromantic, but there is no lack of affection for a few select friends. Preferring such company to a wide circle of friends, the Ox can be loyal and possessive.
The Tiger Personality
The Tiger is a born leader, competitive, never afraid to fight. The Tiger's leadership is seldom disputed. The Tiger is also a great stimulant to others. But in spite of such bossy features, Tigers can be warm, sincere and even ardent in love.
The Rabbit (Hare) Personality
The Rabbit needs company, and needs to belong to one because only then Hares feel protected and secure. Outside their company they are shy and reserved. The typical Hare is peaceful, avoiding all confrontations. Traditionally clear-sighted, the Hare is an excellent judge of character. Hare personalities are often gifted healers.
The Dragon Personality
A lover of the exotic, always full of ideas, the Dragon is the most extrovert character of the Chinese astrological calendar. Blessed with an extraordinary rich imagination, the Dragon is always dreaming up fresh ideas, few of which are practical. Strong and decisive, but moody and spontaneous, the Dragon is ideally suited to careers on stage.
The Snake Personality
Snakes personalities often make their way to the top. They ensure that they are in the right place at the right time, which means when the right people are there as well. Selfish and practical they are fond of scandal. The Snake has an aptitude for research and are best suited to the areas where analytical brain is needed.
The Horse Personality
Whether male or female. Horse personalities feel more comfortable in the companyoftheir own kind. Sporty and sociable, the Horse is the sort of person for whom clubs were invented. Though ambitious, the Horse prefers to be part of a team than perform as an individual. Horse-types are good talkers, never short of conversation, but they can listen andarealways keen to hear other people's opinions.
The Sheep (Ram) Personality
The Sheep is associated with affection, caring, kindness, trust and selflessness. The positive side of the Sheep-nature is best seen in its artistic talent. The Sheep is diplomatic and often succeeds where aggression would fail. The Sheep is a follower rather than a leader, and thus operates best in the company of others.
The Monkey Personality
Inventive and clever, the Monkey is never at a loss for words or ideas. Though popular, the Monkey is never taken seriously and this lack of recognition leads to frustration. The Monkey is energetic, imaginative, capable of solving extremely complex problems, but the Monkey-type people are often cheeky which is rather unpleasant for their friends.