Your Chinese Horoscope 2009: What the Year of the Ox Holds in Store for You

As far as the Ox’s work is concerned, this can be a positive and often satisfying year. Rather than look to change, many Oxen will decide to remain in the type of work they are already engaged in and to build on their expertise. As the year progresses, these Oxen will often have the opportunity to take on greater responsibilities or concentrate on a more specialist role. This is a year of steady progress.

For those who are keen to move on or are seeking work, the year holds interesting prospects. However, securing a new position may not be a swift process and these Oxen will need to persevere. This may be the Ox’s own year, but results will need to be worked for. With effort and time, however, many Oxen will secure an interesting new role and, importantly, one that could have considerable potential. March, June, September and November could see some good opportunities.

The progress the Ox makes in his work can lead to a rise in income and some Oxen may also benefit from a bonus or extra funds from another source. However, while the Ox’s hard work will be recognized and rewarded, he does need to manage his finances well. If he is able, it would be worth him reducing any borrowings and adding to his savings as well as setting money aside for specific requirements. With the exciting prospects that are in store for him, he may be keen to set money aside for personal plans, and financially this can be an improved year.

The Ox year is certainly full of potential for its own sign. At work this can be a year of steady progress, with the Ox being able to make good use of his skills and strengths. Interesting possibilities can open up but these will need to be worked for, as this is very much a time for effort and application. However, it is the Ox’s relations with others that can make his own year so special. Over the year there could be good cause for a special celebration, and for the unattached, this is a year when love can blossom. For the Ox, his own year is a good, full and rewarding one.

The Metal Ox

This will be a constructive year for the Metal Ox, allowing him to build on his recent achievements. He will also be well supported by those who know him well and his domestic and social life will bring some pleasing times. However, while the aspects may be on his side, he does need to be realistic in his objectives. This is very much a year for concentrating on the areas he knows and drawing on his considerable knowledge.

In his work there will be some interesting opportunities that will often give him the chance to take on greater responsibilities as well as encourage him to make more of particular strengths. Work-wise, this can be a satisfying year. Those Metal Oxen who have been with their present employer for some time could also find their in-house knowledge an asset, particularly if they are being considered for a further role or helping with the training of new staff. Many a Metal Ox will find his skills, experience and contacts serving him well this year.

There will, of course, be some Metal Oxen who are keen to use their skills in other ways and for these Oxen, as well as those who are looking for work, the Ox year can bring significant opportunities. Time and persistence will be required, but many Metal Oxen will eventually secure a position that can mark a significant stage in their career. March, June, September and November could see some interesting work developments.

A key feature of the Ox year is that it encourages the development of skills, and many Metal Oxen will decide to add to their knowledge at this time. This could be through training at work, studying by themselves or deciding to learn a recreational skill. Whatever they do, by giving themselves something purposeful to achieve, these Metal Oxen will find their actions not only benefiting them but also reinforcing the constructive nature of the year.

The Metal Ox will also be encouraged by the support and goodwill of those around him. Colleagues, including some influential ones, can often be helpful, sometimes in ways the Metal Ox might not know about, including putting in private recommendations on his behalf. Also, the people he meets at work or through his interests will often be impressed by his straightforward manner, and new contacts and friendships will result. Although the Metal Ox can have an independent streak to his nature, by making the most of his chances to get to know others he not only stands to gain a great deal but also to enjoy himself more. The months from March to early June and August and September could be the most active socially and those Metal Oxen who are unattached and would welcome new friendships will find that going out, pursuing interests and joining social groups can bring results and, for some, an important new romance.

Domestic life is also favourably aspected and many Metal Oxen will enjoy some significant family news. Those close to the Metal Ox can make him especially proud this year.

The Metal Ox will also value the support of those around him and if at any time he feels under pressure or is in a dilemma, it is important that he talks this over with them. He may be willing to take on a lot by himself, but he must not forget that others are keen to assist. Domestically, this may be a busy year, but with good communication and a willingness to share and help out, it can be a special one.

As far as money matters are concerned, many Metal Oxen will benefit from an extra sum over the year. However, with all the Metal Ox’s commitments, plans and domestic expenses, he does need to manage his money carefully and, if in receipt of extra funds, consider his options carefully. The Metal Ox is usually cautious and disciplined and this approach will serve him well. Financially, this is a year for planning and control.

Generally, the Ox year will contain some interesting opportunities for the Metal Ox, particularly in terms of making more of his strengths and developing certain skills and interests. Also what he achieves during the year can often bring him a great deal of satisfaction and be something he can take further in the future. Personally, this can be a special year, with good news to celebrate as well as the love and support of those around him to enjoy. Overall, a rewarding and fulfilling year.

TIP FOR THE YEAR

In this promising year you would do well to watch your independent Metal Ox tendencies and be more forthcoming with others. They can often give useful support, advice and encouragement, but to benefit you do need to be active, listen and consult.

The Water Ox

Gary Player once said, ‘The harder I work, the luckier I become,’ and the Water Ox will find this very true this year. By putting in the effort and acting determinedly, he can look forward to making headway as well as benefiting from some good fortune.

The Water Ox’s domestic life can be especially pleasing this year, with some personal as well as family news to look forward to. Those Water Oxen who are parents will find the achievements of their children can mean a great deal, and encouraging their progress and sharing in their delights can often make home life all the more rewarding. The Water Ox will also be encouraged by the support he is given for his own activities and when he has decisions to take, especially relating to work and possibly involving a change in routine, it is important that he talks these through with his loved ones. With consultation and cooperation, a lot can turn out in his favour.

With the encouraging aspects of the year, many Water Oxen will also be tempted to carry out projects on their home, perhaps improving décor, replacing equipment or deciding to move to accommodation better suiting their requirements. Again, much can be achieved this year, but major undertakings should not be rushed. Although the aspects may be positive, this is not a year for haste. By proceeding steadily, the Water Ox will find the results more satisfying.

With family expenses, possible accommodation plans and, for some, a move, the Water Ox’s outgoings will be quite considerable. However, if possible, he should still try to take a holiday with his loved ones over the year. A change of scene will do everyone good and visits to new areas, even if not too far away, can often be interesting.

In view of their commitments and plans over the year, some Water Oxen will decide to keep their social life relatively low key. However, while they may not go out as much as usual, they should still try to keep in regular contact with friends as well as go to events that appeal to them.

For those who are unattached or have experienced recent problems in their personal life, the Ox year can bring major change. To benefit, though, these Water Oxen must be careful not to withdraw into themselves and should resolve to go out and enjoy their spare time as well as take part in activities that appeal to them. Again, the more effort the Water Ox makes, the luckier he can become. The months from March to May and August to early October could be promising for meeting others and socializing.

Another benefit of the year will be the way in which many Water Oxen will be able to develop certain interests. With the element of Water giving the Ox a more expressive and creative nature, Water Oxen can derive considerable pleasure from exploring their ideas and talents. For some, work they put forward or skills they display could bring forth an encouraging response and lead to interesting developments. For the aspiring and creative Water Ox, the Ox year can turn out to be a personally rewarding one.

This will also be an encouraging year as far as the Water Ox’s work is concerned. While many Water Oxen will remain with their present employer, they will often benefit from the chance to make more of their position and knowledge, possibly through openings that arise as others move on or through taking on new responsibilities. The Ox year will certainly give many Water Oxen the opportunity to build on their experience and make pleasing headway. In addition, what they accomplish this year can often be instrumental in their success in the future.

For Water Oxen who feel openings are limited where they are currently, this can also be a time of interesting possibilities. By giving some thought to the way in which they can progress and areas of work they would now like to concentrate on, many will find the enquiries and applications they make opening up interesting possibilities. Even if some applications do not go their way, feedback they are given or information they gain can often prove useful. Results may not always come quickly, but with persistence the Water Ox will prevail.

This also applies to those Water Oxen seeking work. By remaining determined, being prepared to draw a line under past disappointments and looking to move on, they will often be successful in securing an ideal opening. This is a year which is very rewarding of effort. March, June, September and November could see some interesting developments as far as the Water Ox’s work prospects are concerned.

The progress the Water Ox makes in his work can bring an increase in income and some Water Oxen may be able to supplement this in other ways or benefit from a bonus or gift. The Water Ox’s good work and diligence can certainly be well rewarded, although to benefit fully he does need to remain disciplined in his spending and plan his major purchases in advance. This is a year for careful control and should he have uncertainties over any financial matter, it is important that he seeks appropriate advice.

Overall, the Year of the Ox holds encouraging prospects for the Water Ox and by setting about his activities in his usual determined way, he will enjoy some positive results as well as benefit from some moments of good fortune. The year will especially favour his personal life and he can look forward to good support and some often special times with his loved ones, while for those who are alone and would welcome new friends and possibly love, the Year of the Ox could mark a transformation in their situation. For many Water Oxen, this can be a very fortunate year.

TIP FOR THE YEAR

Be persistent and have faith in yourself. The aspects are on your side, but you do need to allow time for results to filter through. Do not let any initial setbacks or delays deter you. Persevere, believe and you will prevail.

The Wood Ox

The Wood Ox will have seen a lot happen in recent years and in 2009 he will have an excellent chance to build on his achievements and make important headway. This will be a year of steady progress.

One of the most meaningful aspects of the year will be the Wood Ox’s relations with others. For those with a partner this could be a time of significant developments, including a possible addition to the family, new accommodation or some personal success. These Wood Oxen will be encouraged by the love and support they receive and this will spur them on. For many, this will be a special and often personally important year.

The aspects are also auspicious for the unattached, with many Wood Oxen meeting their future partner over the year. Such a meeting could come about by chance and seem as if it was meant to be. And for those Wood Oxen who have had recent disappointments in their personal life, the Ox year will allow them to move forward and build up a new social circle. As far as relations with others are concerned, this is a splendidly aspected year. Late February to May, August and September could see the most social activity as well as bring excellent chances for meeting new people, whether through work, friends or other interests.

Many Wood Oxen will also enjoy the way in which they are able to pursue their personal interests this year. Setting themselves certain objectives or challenges will give them something to aim towards and also allow them to gain more enjoyment from what they do. This could be through making more of a certain skill, tackling a particular project or, for some, gaining a new qualification. Whatever they do, by taking their interests and recreational pursuits further, Wood Oxen can benefit from their actions.

This will also be an interesting year as far as work is concerned. Many Wood Oxen will find their recent work has made them a strong candidate for a greater role, and when promotion opportunities arise or they see a position that interests them, they should put themselves forward. By showing commitment and a desire to progress, many will not only make what will be an important career advance but also gain valuable experience and, in the process, greatly help their future prospects. This is a year when effort and a genuine desire to make more of themselves will be recognized and rewarded.

For Wood Oxen who are not satisfied in their present position or are seeking work, again the Ox year can have some interesting possibilities in store. By seeking advice from employment and career advisers and following up any vacancies that interest them, these Wood Oxen will find doors opening for them. It may take time and persistence, but the opportunities that come in the Ox year can often have long-term significance, particularly in terms of gaining skills and experience. While results will need to be worked for, the Ox year is supportive of its own sign and what is achieved now can have both present and future value. March, June, September and late October to November could see some interesting work developments.

As far as money matters are concerned, however, this will be an expensive year for the Wood Ox. In addition to a full and often lively social life, there will be accommodation outgoings, including possible deposits to put down, as well as other plans and purchases. To do all he wants, he will need to remain disciplined. This is not a year to succumb to too many impulse purchases. Also, if entering into any new agreement, the Wood Ox would do well to compare the terms being offered by different companies and check the implications. The more care he takes, the better. His good work can lead to a rise in income, but money-wise this is a year for good management. Wood Oxen, do take note.

Throughout the year the Wood Ox should also remember that he can always turn to others for advice. More senior members of his family in particular are often willing to help, but to benefit the Wood Ox does need to be forthcoming.

The Year of the Ox certainly holds excellent opportunities for the Wood Ox. In his work he will have the chance to make progress, with what he achieves often being important in the longer term. But it is in his relations with others that the year can be so special. In 2009 many a Wood Ox will find himself in demand, with the chance to make new friends and to enjoy the love and support of his partner or someone met during the year. For the Wood Ox, the Ox year can be a special one. It is a time to enjoy.

TIP FOR THE YEAR

Two tips. First, add to your skills and experience, both in your work and your interests. By furthering your knowledge you can gain a lot of value from what you do. Secondly, make the most of your chances to meet others. You will be in impressive and often sparkling form this year and the support and friendship of others will help you to get far more out of the year.

The Fire Ox

The Year of the Ox holds good prospects for the Fire Ox and generally he will fare well. However, central to this will be his attitude. This is a year for concentrating on the tasks before him and putting in the effort. If he does not, chances could slip by and his results not turn out as satisfying as they otherwise might.

For Fire Oxen born in 1997, the year will offer considerable scope. In their schoolwork they will become involved in new subjects and activities and will often welcome the chance to find out more. If the Fire Ox makes the effort, he will sense in himself the progress he is making, and this can be an important and encouraging factor in his success.

Another beneficial aspect of the year is that the Fire Ox will be able to learn about himself. By being willing to try things out, he will discover new strengths. This could apply to certain subject areas or more recreational pursuits, but for many Fire Oxen the Ox year will see the emergence of new talents.

In addition to the progress the Fire Ox makes in his schoolwork and other pursuits, he will often enjoy the company of those around him. Over the year there will be fun, shared interests and confidences and also the forging of one or two strong and enduring friendships.

The Fire Ox will also benefit from the encouragement he is given by those around him and whether at home or school, if there is something he finds difficult or, alternatively, would like to try out or take further, it is important that he asks for assistance. This way others can better help and advise him.

Generally, the Year of the Ox is a favourable one for Fire Oxen born in 1997, particularly in the progress they make in their education and in identifying emerging talents. For many this can be a year of discovery and, with effort, they can make it a satisfying and successful time.