Your Chinese Horoscope 2013: What the year of the snake holds in store for you

The Wood Ox can also help his situation by making the most of any training that is available. Wood Oxen who take on a new role in particular will find that adding to their skills and learning more about their industry will not only help with their present duties but could also indicate possible ways forward. The Wood Ox should also work closely with his colleagues and be an active member of any team. His conscientious nature can impress, and for those who take on new duties early on in 2013, further advances are possible later in the year.

The progress the Wood Ox makes at work can also lead to a rise in income and some Wood Oxen may be helped by receiving an additional sum or gift. However, to make the most of this, the Wood Ox will need to remain disciplined and, where possible, budget for specific requirements, possibly including deposits he needs to put down. Also, when considering major purchases or entering into an agreement, he should check the terms carefully and, where appropriate, seek professional advice. Financially, he can do well this year, but he will need to be thorough and avoid risk.

Although the Wood Ox generally keeps himself active, with the possibility of long and often tiring days, it is important that he gives some consideration to his wellbeing this year and does not skimp on exercise or allow the quality of his diet to drop. To be at his best, he does need to look after himself and, if necessary, seek advice.

It is also important that he keeps his lifestyle in balance and allows time to enjoy his interests. Often these have a good social element too. The Wood Ox has a curious nature and if he sees a new interest or activity that appeals to him, he should find out more. Here again, quite a few Wood Oxen will find that what is started this year can develop into something of greater importance later on. March, June to early August and October could see the most social activity, but there will be many chances for the Wood Ox to meet many new people this year and make some good friends and contacts. For those who are enjoying or perhaps hoping for romance, the Snake year can be special and a chance meeting may become significant.

The Wood Ox’s domestic life will be busy and a lot can be achieved over the year. Wood Oxen with a partner are especially likely to have many plans and hopes. Quite a few will also benefit from fortunate developments, especially as plans are set in motion. However, while the aspects are favourable, it is important that the Wood Ox seeks advice, especially on matters that could have important implications. Talking these through with relations or professional advisers can not only assist the Wood Ox in what he wants to do but also alert him to possible problems. The Wood Ox may like to retain a certain independence, but throughout the year he does need to avail himself of the help and support that are on offer. Certain plans and activities can be made a lot easier this way. Wood Oxen, take note.

Overall, the Year of the Snake can be an important one for the Wood Ox. It will offer him the chance to develop ideas and strengths as well as share meaningful times with others. To fully benefit the Wood Ox will need to act with determination and remain alert. The Snake year can spring surprises and bring unexpected possibilities. The Wood Ox has much to offer and in many areas will fare very well this year.

TIP FOR THE YEAR

Make the most of opportunities and use them to gain new experience and knowledge and advance your situation. This is a positive year for you. Use it well.

The Fire Ox

This will be a satisfying year for the Fire Ox, with many activities going well. A key feature of the Snake year is that it encourages learning and personal development, and by making the most of his ideas and opportunities, the Fire Ox will be able to get a lot out of it.

For the Fire Ox born in 1997 this can prove an especially important year. As well as having often significant exams to prepare for, many of these young Fire Oxen will be required to select subjects for more detailed study and give some thought to the longer term. A lot will be expected of the Fire Ox this year, but by giving his best and working consistently, he can not only make good headway but also make more of particular strengths. In some cases, he could be offered extra tuition or granted the use of special facilities, and by taking advantage of what is available, he can gain a great deal.

Throughout the year the Fire Ox should also be alert to opportunities to try new subjects, join activity groups or explore new interests. By being willing to try things out, he can not only derive a lot of pleasure from his pursuits but also get to know new people. For many Fire Oxen, this is a year of fine opportunity.

The young Fire Ox will also very much enjoy his existing interests and should aim to further these in some way over the year, perhaps by adding to his knowledge and skills or setting himself a project. By building on what he does, he will often delight in what he is able to accomplish. For some Fire Oxen, their interests can also bring travel opportunities which can add fun and adventure to the year.

The Fire Ox will also very much enjoy the companionship of his close friends this year. There could be some particularly lively occasions to look forward to and the Snake year can have its surprises as well. New activities can also introduce the Fire Ox to new people, with March to early April, June to early August and October often busy and enjoyable months socially.

With all his interests and activities, there will be a lot the Fire Ox wants to do and buy, with often limited means, so he will need to be disciplined in his spending and be wary about making too many impulse purchases. The greater his control, the more satisfying his actual purchases will be.

Over the year, he will be encouraged by the support he receives from those around him, although to benefit fully he does need to ask for help rather than keep thoughts to himself. When considering important matters such as future educational or work choices, he should listen carefully to the advice given and study the information he receives. What he learns can have a bearing on what he decides to do in the future.

Some Fire Oxen will decide to leave education this year and enter the world of work. For those who do, considerable effort and adjustment will be needed. Not only can securing a position be difficult, but when taking on a new role, there will be a new routine to get used to and new duties to learn. These can be daunting times, but if these Fire Oxen show commitment, they can soon become established. Taking advantage of apprenticeship schemes or continuing their education in some way can also help their situation and prospects. While offering many opportunities, the Snake year does require effort. If he is able to give this, the Fire Ox’s actions this year can have important future value.

For Fire Oxen born in 1937, the Year of the Snake can also offer satisfying times. By setting themselves projects and purposeful pursuits, these Fire Oxen will often take considerable pleasure in what they do. For those who enjoy creative activities in particular, this is an ideal year to put their ideas and knowledge to good use. Some may enjoy writing about their experiences, while others will devote time to art, craftwork or gardening. By exploring their thoughts and ideas, they can make this an often personally rewarding time.

The more senior Fire Ox will also be grateful for the support of those around him and if at any time he feels he needs help or advice, he should ask.

As always, he will take considerable pleasure from following the activities of family members over the year and will particularly enjoy the celebrations and news concerning a younger relation. The bond he has with younger family members can mean a great deal.

For all Fire Oxen, whether born in 1937 or 1997, the Snake year can be satisfying, particularly as it will allow them to develop their ideas and personal interests. For the younger Fire Ox, this will also be an important year, not only in terms of furthering his knowledge and abilities but also in bringing out more of his strengths and potential. Overall, a positive and successful year.

TIP FOR THE YEAR

Make the most of your opportunities. With a willing attitude, you can find important benefits following on. Also, do seek the advice and support of others. With assistance, more can be achieved. This is a fine year for you. Enjoy it and use it well.

The Earth Ox

This can be an interesting year for the Earth Ox and he will have the chance to realize some of the hopes and plans he may have been nurturing for some time. The Snake year can also have its surprises and the Earth Ox should be adaptable and make the most of what arises as it arises.

One area which is encouragingly aspected is his own personal development. Over the years many Earth Oxen will have built up considerable expertise in certain areas and the Snake year will give them an excellent chance to put their knowledge and insights to effective use. This could be through setting themselves an ambitious but satisfying project, furthering their capabilities or meeting and conversing with fellow enthusiasts. Certain interest-related skills can reward the Earth Ox well this year and bring him the respect of others. Earth Oxen whose interests involve creativity and expression will find it worth putting forward any work they produce or entering an appropriate competition. Those who enjoy writing, art, craftwork or photography in particular can find their activities bringing much joy.

However, while the Earth Ox may have some favourite long-term interests, he should also be open to the new. A recreational pursuit he hears about, an activity or course in his area or a sudden idea he has could all be worth exploring. He could be surprised at what can open up for him. This is particularly the case for Earth Oxen who are recently retired and/or would welcome a new challenge. This is a year to keep alert and be open to opportunity.

Although the Earth Ox tends to keep his social life relatively quiet, he will also value the chances he has to go out over the year. Whether meeting friends or going to events that appeal to him, he will often enjoy what he does, and again, if he sees local events that interest him, he should follow these up. Snake years favour both culture and a broadening of the mind. March, late May to early August and October could be especially active times socially.

Earth Oxen who are lonely, have had recent difficulties or feel dispirited should also take the initiative this year and find a new interest or activity to pursue. This could include something they can do in their community or giving time to a charity or cause they support, but whatever they do, action on their part can give them a considerable uplift this year and, in many instances, introduce them to others.

The Earth Ox’s domestic life will also see important developments, with the Earth Ox and those around him involved in significant decision-making. This could relate to work, a change of location, travel or some major projects on the home, but in all cases, time needs to be allowed for discussion and careful consideration of costs and implications. Here the Earth Ox’s thoughtful and reasonable nature will be particularly valued, and important benefits will follow on from many of the decisions made over the year. Some decisions may also be influenced by sudden opportunities. In this respect, Snake years are encouraging and supportive of the Earth Ox.

In addition to advancing plans, there will be several domestic occasions the Earth Ox will especially enjoy. These could include celebrating a family achievement, a wedding, the birth of a grandchild or a special anniversary. There will be celebrations in many an Earth Ox household this year, and for those who move, a possible house-warming party as well.

In view of all the activity of the year, the Earth Ox will, however, have to manage his finances carefully. When involved in major undertakings, he should keep a close watch on costs, and if authorizing any work, obtain quotations and check what is included. The more thorough he is, the better. He should also deal with paperwork promptly and should he have problems or uncertainties, seek advice. This is a year for vigilance and good financial management.

For Earth Oxen in work, the Snake year can bring some important choices. Some Earth Oxen may decide to retire, while others could be involved in a considerable change of duties. Although such change can be daunting, it will often give these Earth Oxen more chance to use specialist skills as well as present an interesting new challenge. Few Earth Oxen will remain untouched by work developments this year. February, April, June and November could see important changes, but throughout the year if the Earth Ox sees an opportunity that appeals to him or has an idea he feels has potential, he should follow it up. As he will find, interesting developments can follow on.

Overall, the Year of the Snake offers considerable possibility for the Earth Ox, and by being active and alert and seizing his opportunities, he can derive much satisfaction from what he does. This is also a good year for personal development. By giving time to his interests and looking to extend his knowledge, the Earth Ox can find important benefits following on. Many Earth Oxen will also make some important decisions this year. Throughout the year, the Earth Ox will be well supported by those around him and benefit from opportunities. A full, interesting and personally rewarding year.

TIP FOR THE YEAR

Keep alert and be flexible as you set about your activities. New possibilities can arise which would be well worth considering. In addition, investigate new activities and interests, for these can often bring pleasure and personal benefit.

FAMOUS OXEN

Lily Allen, Hans Christian Andersen, Peter Andre, Gemma Arterton, Johann Sebastian Bach, Warren Beatty, Kate Beckinsale, David Blaine, Napoleon Bonaparte, Albert Camus, Jim Carrey, Charlie Chaplin, George Clooney, Natalie Cole, Bill Cosby, Diana, Princess of Wales, Marlene Dietrich, Walt Disney, Patrick Duffy, Jane Fonda, Edward Fox, Michael J. Fox, Peter Gabriel, Elizabeth George, Richard Gere, Ricky Gervais, Julia Gillard, William Hague, Handel, King Harald V of Norway, Adolf Hitler, Dustin Hoffman, Hal Holbrook, Anthony Hopkins, Billy Joel, King Juan Carlos of Spain, John Key, B. B. King, Keira Knightley, Mark Knopfler, Burt Lancaster, Rooney Mara, Kate Moss, Alison Moyet, Eddie Murphy, Jack Nicholson, Leslie Nielsen, Bill Nighy, Barack Obama, Gwyneth Paltrow, Oscar Peterson, Paula Radcliffe, Robert Redford, Lionel Richie, Wayne Rooney, Tim Roth, Rubens, Meg Ryan, Amanda Seyfried, Jean Sibelius, Bruce Springsteen, Meryl Streep, Lady Thatcher, Alan Titchmarsh, Scott F. Turow, Vincent van Gogh, Zoë Wanamaker, Sigourney Weaver, the Duke of Wellington, Arsène Wenger, W. B. Yeats.

THE TIGER

THE PERSONALITY OF THE TIGER

It’s

the zest,

the enthusiasm,

the giving the little bit more,

that makes the difference.

And opens up so much.

The Tiger is born under the sign of courage. He is a charismatic figure and usually holds very firm views. He is strong-willed and determined and sets about most of his activities with tremendous energy and enthusiasm. He is very alert and quick-witted and his mind is forever active. He is a highly original thinker and is nearly always brimming with new ideas or full of enthusiasm for some new project or scheme.

The Tiger adores challenges and loves to get involved in anything that he thinks has an exciting future or that catches his imagination. He is prepared to take risks and does not like to be bound either by convention or the dictates of others. He likes to be free to act as he chooses and at least once during his life he will throw caution to the wind and go off and do the things he wants to do.

The Tiger does, however, have a somewhat restless nature. Even though he is often prepared to throw himself wholeheartedly into a project, his initial enthusiasm can soon wane if he sees something more appealing. He can also be rather impulsive and there will be occasions in his life when he acts in a manner he later regrets. If he were to think things through or be prepared to persevere in his various activities, he would almost certainly enjoy a greater degree of success.

Fortunately the Tiger is lucky in most of his enterprises, but should things not work out as he hoped, he is liable to suffer from severe bouts of depression and it will often take him a long time to recover. His life often consists of a series of ups and downs.