Year of Monkey

Yearly Horoscope

Horoscope of the year - Monkey

The following is the World prediction and the individual prediction of each character.

The year of the 'Fire Monkey Element' is likely to create a global volatile scenario or chaotic panic in extreme situations for most of the countries worldwide (ranging from developing nations, southern continents and central European nations) that continue to struggle in curbing their nations' debt crisis. No doubt other developed nations will try to avoid a domino effect and as usual would gather around in trying to mitigating or minimizing the impact but unlikely to achieve much success.

During the year, the global financial crisis is becoming considerably complex to forecast than the previous year, for there is going to be significant disharmony between the poor, developing and richer nations. Those 'have not' and politically corrupt nations could demand much more appropriate financial assistance, aid or better trading terms access to the developing and developed nations. However developed nations could continue with different ways to retain and if not increasing the counter trade barriers, which could increase the disparity further. Tensions will continue to increase, since each respective nation will be trying to fight for more while others would be trying to protect their interests. The likelihood of reaching a middle ground is unlikely to happen during the year.

The Middle East oil rich regions continue creating chaos for other oil producing nations and poorer nations, dominating control of oil production output and the economics. No amicable agreement would be reached despite numerous rounds of talks to address the decline in the oil price. However there could be a glimmer of hope towards the end of the year, with the changing of new leaderships.

War mongering separatists' or rebel factions continue escalating to much higher plateaus, increasing instability and chaos globally with random unprovoked attacks on civilians. They would become audacious with their brutal methods of attacks, inducing fear and the governments will be forced to increase the security alerts on all public transportation modes and migrations. Turmoil, tensions, insecurity and fears continue to evolve among the different religious sectors and the societies.

Eastern Europe will be another focal point by most nations for prolonged instability in the region could easily spread to the nearby regions. Russia continues to stand firm, stirring up the region peace despite the imposed trading embargo, unwilling to bow to the Western nation's requests. It will be a test of will power and the citizens of Russia.

The tension and counter measures by security in the Far East regions continue to escalate further spreading to wider regions. Establishing an amicable solution among the Asian Nations will require excessive discussions at the United Nations and International Level. Rogue nations such as North Korea will continue to cause chaos and headaches to neighboring nations and parts of the world's super power nations due to its increasing nuclear arsenal capability developments. If the United Nations is unable to reach an amicable solution in resolving the nuclear threat, a miniature war could erupt before containment is deployed ultimately. Hopefully by then no major nuclear disaster would have taken place.

Surveillance will continue escalating to much higher levels across the globe with advancing sophistication cyber technology. Politicians continue to heighten the fear for internal security reasons and would increase spending budget on counter measures but to no avail at the end. Sabotage and infiltration by rebel groups of different levels make it difficult and complex for ruling governments to impose appropriate effective counter measures.

Foreign air travel will require tighter security control measures in place. Digital communications system will come under heavier scrutiny by the intelligence agencies creating untold panic and fear among some of the developed nations. Changes in government and uprisings will surface in the African continent followed by civil riots and internal rivalry. No peaceful means to resolve the rivalry will be achieved as long as political corruption continues to influence the governing groups. At the end of the day, it is the citizens that suffer due to a handful of politicians who are hungry for power, control and perhaps personal gain.

Throughout the year, the race to dominate the world greatest economy will continue between the United State of America and China. There will be tit for tat between the two nations and the rest of the world will be watching closely. No doubt the USA would prefer to remain as number one but the might of China continuous progress is increasing the threat. During the year, China will come up with numerous ways even to the surprise of many nations, to maneuver a way out of the potential cooling down of its economics. No doubt China still has plenty to learn and catching up to do, competing for the global status, it will learn from mistakes and progress speedily taking others by surprise.

Gradual economic recovery continues to improve for large parts of Western European nations with a handful of nations still struggling to cope with humongous foreign debts. Breaking away from the European Communities will eventually happen for certain nations that are unwillingly or unable to meet with the restrictive economic demands or restricting regulations. This would indirectly create sudden panic on the global stock markets until an amicable settlement has been reached.

The global trading markets are going to become much tougher with new restrictions imposed on by the respective nations. Situation will become worse before recovering from the middle of the year. Several new international products involving digital technological inventions, renewable energy resources, transportation modes and medical successes will prompt waves of investments from cash rich fund managements. More new speculations could indirectly boost the financial market throughout the year before decreasing at a later stage.

Scientists and environmentalists are at still odds when making claims as to who and what actually contributed to global warming, while politicians would rely on their researches results and recommendations. With the acknowledgement from the majority of the nations, it may be a start in recognizing the global threat to human kind due to increasing global warming scenario. Certainly it will take more than that to address the situation. Endless efforts will be required to implement the 'agreements' and awareness by human beings is the fundamental basis for progress.

Even though there are clear evidences that globally the world has been gradually warming up or rising in temperatures over the last decade, yet many still reluctantly accept the facts and consequences. No doubt one of the main contributing factors is due to increasing human population, increasing deforestation for farming and livestock. Continuous large scale mining and consumption of fossil fuels would increase the pollution levels, rise in temperature and sea levels. It is a vicious cycle and the human race is unlikely to stop demanding more fuel and energy.

Inclement weather continues to create havoc, prolonged draught situations and flash flooding to new regions, destroying lives and farming. Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions will happen to countries that have been anticipating, but however mankind fails to determine the precise moments, causing numerous losses of lives and suffering. Bush fires will increase several fold more than last year. Increasing strength of typhoon or hurricanes will continue to destroy more lives, properties and livestock. Abnormal temperature fluctuation create uncertainty with commodity trades affecting crops and harvests, which could affect the global trading markets.

Increasing air pollution levels will contribute increasing ill health scenarios for most developed and developing nations. The drastic fluctuation in temperatures affecting the global environment indirectly creating new opportunities and conditions for new virus strains to evolve and develop into new disease (since it is ever changing micro-organism). The human race will always be playing catch up each time a new strain develops. Finding a permanent cure and or medical treatment will continue forever as long as human beings continue to survive in this planet.

(Note: Check this out first, if you born in the month of January or February)

The year is starting with some excellent or exciting news for those that have been planning a new family or decides to have additional members to the family. For those that are receiving medical treatment, it is advised to exercise some perseverance and strictly observe the courses; otherwise it will be wasting the determination of those who have been trying to nurse individuals back to good health. A change of scenery certainly helps an individual to improve health dramatically and psychologically. For those heavy drinkers or smokers, perhaps it is about time to quit such habit that is detrimental to health and creates endless unhappiness to family members or loved ones.

You will probably still worry over influences involving finances or whether your efforts or ideas are being cherished. While others are saying you should forget about it, such feelings do not just evaporate on command. Actually you may be considered that they need to be discussed at lengths. The issue may be a simple misunderstanding. However, the problem is more likely to be of differing values. While acknowledging these does not magically rectify the problems, it will result in intense exchanges that will then lead to a better understanding of everybody's views. This becomes increasingly significant when your attention turns from life's pragmatisms to its passions.

One of the principal challenges for the year is not the range of financial decisions you are facing, some of which involve fascinating ideas or offers. It is firmly informing those who are in a hurry that they will just have to wait until you are certain of the situation. After a series of experiences or encounters in which plans did not go as projected or desired and still turned out relatively positive; hopefully you will have realized that a departure from certain plans is not always a financial disaster. Perhaps you will take a deep breath and resist the temptation to figure out how to keep arrangements as they are supposed to be. Consider yourself to be blessed with some fortunate stars that are guiding you toward the right headings.

Recognizing that certain incredibly promising relationship arrangements are not what they appeared is discouraging, but the ground on which they are based is changing expeditiously throughout the year. This means the next likely situation encountered could be very different from the previous. This also involves having to abandon certain career plans you worked hard to achieve. Happily those industrious efforts are not totally in vain, for you will eventually discover the outcome is far more suitable than you imagined or dreamed. Not a very good year for those who wished to get married. If feasible, delay the ceremony toward the end of the year.

Born in the year of Rat





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

Normally you would just ignore the provocative conversation of certain individuals, family members or close colleagues, but somehow they are getting under your skin. However you should try to evaluate the circumstances before jumping to immediate conclusions, avoiding embarrassing yourself in front of them. People can make mistakes and hopefully you will be more forgiving rather than literally take things to heart.

Family members' welfare would become your first priority in respect to personal career or business ventures. You may have been warned by others to pay some attention to your personal health status. The year is going to be considerably harsh, so try to ensure the situation is within reasonable methodical fashion. Do not expect others to shoulder your burdens when you do not even try to help yourself. Self-reliant motto would be advisable during the year. Occasionally you may encounter certain benefactors that are able to help you out in very dire moment of need.

One has probably wasted some cherished time by letting a career opportunity slip away needlessly. Avoid disregarding career or business opportunities for the sake of fun, which could result in a negative financial impact. Hence it is still never too late to take corrective measures and get back on the right track again. Personally you know your own capability and limitations. Avoid over-committing or being over-confident where you could overlook trivial matters that could be your downfall.

Friendship or family relationships could be at risk during the course of the year. There are situations where one will be left with restricted choices and it is going to be threatening to find the right answers. Voicing honest opinions could create a shock to those who least expects and perhaps it could be the best way forward. Have no fear as long as one has no negative motives against them. Since this is such a convoluted society and certainly no definite way of pleasing each and every individual. Do your utmost best and remain friendly with them whenever feasible.

Countless thoughts concerning others' future have been hovering around for a while and feeling confused over the issues. Not able to discuss them openly with close friends or loved ones is not helping either. Hence this is not the appropriate moment to have such "ideal considerations". Whenever possible, try discussing certain of the issues hoping the answer will be discovered during such discussion. Just do not rush things with the intention of finding the ideal solution to the problem. You may be able to fix some of the problems but do not expect to fix most of the problems.

You seem not be having much accomplishment in finding the right solution that is associated with relatively complicated medical health situation which involves practical or financial matters, affecting those closest at home or at work. Continue, but acknowledge that this will require more time, patience, and continuous effort from others instead of struggling; why not adopt a slower pace and focus on discussing options. This will not only prove informative, it will also foster equally rewarding discussions with medical professionals of these dilemmas. During the year, it is crucial to pay closer attention to even trivial discomfort of the body. Avoid taking things for granted when telltale signs of the body are trying to hint you to take corrective action before it becomes too late for some.

You do not usually need to be encouraged to take the initiative steps. However there are some circumstances in which you have not spotted the potential for positive change or improvement; so you are not responding to even straightforward opportunities. Because the year is about investigation and you will be involved in learning about new philosophies, people or places of interests that decisions will be the last thing on your mind. Take advantage of this as well as activities and achievements out in the world; force you to alter existing arrangements. Still this is a process that initially is more about discovery than about commitments. It would not be until the third quarter of the year that you will recognize the full potential of these concepts and be prepared to leave certain familiar elements of the past behind.

You are able to balance a powerful variety of practicality with an astoundingly intuitive nature. During the past year, you have had to combine the two, often in complex and challenging circumstances. The results have been fairly remarkable, to the extent that you are prepared for the New Year's exciting if unexpected developments. The biggest challenge is that the year's first half moves at an amazingly pace, you will have insufficient time to refine what you have done or investigate events that could mean completely reorganizing your working life or various continuing obligations. You soon develop confidence about things moving so swiftly which is fortunate, because towards middle of the year, you will be deciding about new alliances with little time for reflection, while the potential could be significant, you could be short of facts and will have to trust your instinct. With the actual circumstances in question reshaping themselves regularly and your confidence growing, you could soon worry less and benefit in incredible ways.

The year is likely to associate more with personal issues and those involving close relationships - at home or at work to a head, and then things should gradually quieter down. You could be faced with indescribable demanding situations compounded with tricky arrangements (unknown to you), they are likely to remain for a quite a while, and you will require a more considerate approach. Bearing this in mind, saying the minimum and listening to a lot more. What you learn and discover about the circumstances you are facing and about others will surprise you. Just beware that others could try to influence your thoughts or decisions that would contradict with your wishes. Hence be bold and firm when you realize that things are not meant to happen and you will need to speak your mind rather than keeping mum.

Born in the year of OX





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

The ability to create or achieve certain progress with career, education or business development, despite having to face challenging obstacles before reaching the ultimate goal requires complete determination and continuous support from loved ones. No matter how tricky the situation appears at the front, try tackling the situation with great diplomacy together with good public relationship that would certainly be of great help. Just do not get carried away by early success.

The thought of walking down the aisle for the second time is likely to be one of the major events for the year. Some may even deter you from making such commitment out of concern that you are still not fully ready. Hopefully you will not take it the wrong way and losing a very close friendship as a consequence. Others are considering a career move or venturing into a partnership business with several close colleagues. No matter what the decisions, always be prepared and have a contingency plan if things do not work out. However do not give up the challenge easily without researching into the background.

Happy go-lucky types are still going strong with their hobbies and not wishing to slow down at all despite being advised by concerned parents or loved ones. However one should periodically take a rest in order to let certain parts of the physical body repair some of the damages. It is crucial to heed some of the professionals' advice before it becomes acute. Just remember having a clean bill of health is priceless. No doubt you may not have all the necessary worries like most people, but do not neglect things thinking that they will remain forever rosy. Pause momentarily and reflect where your target in life would be.

The ability to letting go over recent misfortunate incidents is not going to be easy to achieve if one does not even try to make an effort to begin with. Perhaps it may be easier to accept the facts that human's nature cannot change the past and it would be better to leave it behind but not necessarily forgetting it. For whatever happens, there is a logical reason or reasons behind it. By not letting go of such emotional stress is like having to carry 'the burden' for the rest of one's life, which would be drastic. You have the choice of making a difference and start a new chapter in life.

Feeling frustrated when one did not manage to acquire certain things that are within touching distance. Just keep trying harder and striving ahead for there will always be countless opportunities on the horizon, locally or globally. If possible, try examining in depth where things might have gone amiss and learning from mistakes. As long as you are not being deterred by the failures, you can certainly make it happen with the right attitude, team effort and more importantly determination. Be prepared to adapt new concepts and methods of dealing with people and situations.

If you are feeling susceptible, it is no surprise, for you are beginning a new plan of health treatment. Rather than respond immediately, do something out of character - take it progressively. There are changes and then there is what you are experiencing, which is an improvement that is emerging from within. Perhaps the most significant trend is inner inspiration - for being happy within. Some believe happiness appears mystically. Inexplicably, many have no idea how to recognize contentment, much less how to achieve it. Probably yoga and meditation are becoming more accessible nowadays. When thinking is inspired and achieving happiness is the primary objective in life's priorities then life and health itself are rejuvenated.

It could be said the cycle of personal re-evaluation you will be going through during this Monkey's Year. This kick-start a period during which you have been forced to change the way you think and expression, simply getting certain tasks accomplished, professionally or otherwise. No doubt it could be annoying initially; you have rather enjoyed sharpening your capabilities. Certain events challenge your habitual views and beliefs, often via sudden shake-ups. Worrying as this may sound, it takes something this intense to get things moving. Changes in your working life or various obligations may be enforced, but are ultimately illuminating. If needs be, go with the flow for fighting against the tide would merely hinder the progress and you may not achieve your goal.

If you are very mindful of having to reorganize elements of your daily routine or working life, certain events that substantially alter them and likely to be several, should not worry you in the least. Such process lasts until the early part of the year and it is not about a single decision or change. With circumstances around you ever changing, you will need to make continual refinements. The trick is to discuss each, to obtain as much information and as many views as possible. It is advisable to aim higher if ever there was a period of pursuing long dream goals. Not an excellent period to splash out on extravagant luxurious purchases under impulse influence. Making nice investment choices would require skill and background research rather than merely trusting those who claim to be an expert. Just avoid trusting people based on face value.

There is a considerable difference between things not being in your control, which are the case and the need to worry. No doubt, existing relationships are in a bit of disarray and plans for the future are not distinctly clear either. However this chaos is typical of cycles of far-reaching transformation, which is exactly what you are experiencing. The likelihood is you may not know exactly where these are heading or what or who is involved until the year ends. Knowing that this is merely the beginning of a series of life changing progress, you should ensure that any decisions are flexible enough to change as circumstances evolve and soon you will start on the right foot again. Do your homework more often and avoid listening to gossip-corners that could be detrimental to your relationship.

Born in the year of Tiger





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

What is said to your face can be argued or dismissed. However words spoken behind your back would leave you with fewer options. Others can simply deny what has been said or pretend to be your allies, when in fact it is the opposite. Frustrating as this is, what goes around will ultimately come around. You will need to pay closer attention to those people who appear to be genuine and have your interest at heart. Finding out whom to trust requires experience and judgment. Hence be alert when meeting new friends.

The year revolves around changes in existing situations and a fresh perspective on life. Consequently, despite certain individuals' desires, this is hardly the moment to make intricate plans. Calm others by exploring various options, yet committing to no one specific. What you learn will come in handy when sudden developments require you to think and act swiftly at the appropriate opportunity. You need to look deeper than the surface for sometimes hidden agendas are buried below ground level.

Do not endure to ignore as if there is nothing wrong with personal health and or family related issues. It should be easier to deal with each of these issues honorably and responsively, so that others do understand and are able to share the burden. However do not expect to reach an amicable solution promptly. Need to allow more time and money before a more stable solution can be established. Avoid taking short-cuts due to desperate circumstances. The consequences could be more severe.

The year's events will test your determination. An individual you care about or perhaps a worthy organization, wants something desperately from you. Probably money but it could be time, influential contacts or support. Yet you cannot help but feel suspicious. There is too much manipulation in the background and what you are hearing seems like half-truths. The real challenge is not discovering the facts; they will come out eventually. It is avoiding being cornered into yielding to their plans for you. You have better things to fry than get involved in such dramas and tedious practical obligations just went to the top of your agenda for the year.

The occasional stubbornness of the Tiger type is likely to cause disagreement among family members and friendships. IF one does not control frequent outbursts, family relationships could be strained further. Remember that no one is perfect in this world; hence try not to let personal pride get in the way of others. Respect needs to be earned by self-respecting and it is not merely based on seniority. Provided you do not develop high expectation from others, and then you should avoid disappointment.

Remember to pay attention to the various types of local foods and drinks when visiting places of great interests either locally or in foreign countries. The probability of encountering food poisoning is considered high IF one has not been taking appropriate precautions. Keep a check on personal blood pressure and cholesterol level and remember to obey the Doctor's advice concerning diet patterns. Pay special attention to the coronary system and if one encounters a spasm, it could be an early warning of potential heart disease. Some of you with an acute condition could require major surgery during the year. Just remember an individual with a healthy body; positive mind and soul could set out to achieve more credible goals in life without hindering others or loved ones.

Your good intentions could easily be twisted followed by an allegation that one might live to regret at a later stage. Hence be wise and only respond when asked. During the year, there could be quite a lot of "back stabbing scenario", either due to sheer jealously, competition or intent to jeopardize one's career or reputation. Those dealing in the property or share markets are facing a very perplexing time and it is certainly not suitable for the faint-hearted type. One could be disappointed by the reward at the end of the day despite an aggressive approach. A word of caution, "Try not to overdo things merely to impress others", for whatever the motive, it will be exposed sooner than you think. Stay clear of the Law if approached by others who intend to use you as their fall-guy.

Spending could easily get out of control during the year. This is due to additional education fees for family members, anniversaries, vacations, and renewal of transportation mode or home improvements. As long as one manages to budget and get the priorities right, one merely needs to cut down on other irrelevant activities until the problem has been solved. Personally, one has no major financial worries but is more concerned about the career or business progress of the husband, wife, family members or partner. Prospect of earning or making money is promising for those involved in the marketing, traveling, manufacturing, or construction industries. One could easily lose money in the investments of the financial or commodities share markets. Certainly not recommended for those faint hearted.

Having a great time with their love life despite occasional disharmony when ex-partners were brought into discussions. Beware of third party interference and trying to stir up trouble between the two of you, partly due to jealously or perhaps vengeance. For young lovers: they are likely to encounter frequent lovers' quarrels due to jealously and immature behavior. Interference from family members could jeopardize the relationship where one is perceived as a kind of weakling, or unable to be decisive. On the whole, the Rabbit Type is likely to encounter quite a turbulent relationship with either existing or new partner.

Born in the year of Rabbit





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

Inside the heart, one is still feeling full of energy and the world is young and vibrant. It is good to maintain such positive attitudes in life and do not let minor hurdles cause you to slow down at this stage. You will never know how much more one can achieve until you start to venture out into a new ground. With your wisdom, you can certainly benefit others in the appropriate manner.

There is a sign of better things will come in the near future, relating to one's relationships, career prospects, and educational success or even traveling trips. Unfortunately it does not involve marriage or family life. Remember to keep one's feet firmly on the ground and not to be easily influenced by others' commendation. One will be pretty preoccupied when things are happening and one may have to exercise tranquility and keep control over the whole situation.

Advisable to budget finances appropriately throughout the year and abstain from spending aimlessly on fashionable or trendy products under impulse buying; for such conduct should only be acceptable for those with less commitments. For those seeking career progresses, try not to underestimate your opponents and be certain to exercise your knowledge, skill and tactics in winning them over to your team. With a stronger team effort, it will increase the chance of success several fold.

Taking early retirement is not necessarily a bad idea as long as personal financial aspects have been taken into consideration. Not everyone is really that fortunate enough at the present circumstance. One might feel bored to death when suddenly realizing there is nothing appropriate to keep one occupied. Hence one should not build up one's hopes too high before retiring unless one has alternative plans in keeping active and being able to kill time with meaningful involvement. An idle mind over a prolonged period is not necessarily a good thing.

Relationship between husband and wife is experiencing "drifting" cycle, which he or she is fighting hard to sustain as a consequence of unavoidable changes in individual circumstances. Standing at such cross road, feeling unsure which turn to take. The fear of making mistakes has been haunting one for quite a while. It is better to put the past behind and merely looking forward ahead. On the positive side of thinking, perhaps you can be bold and take up the courage to continue ahead despite the pains. Before long, you will overcome the pains and live a normal life again.

You would love to assist someone you care dearly about and yet you are uncertain how you can combine that with existing commitments. Forget about trying to fit in if that really worries you to a certain extent. Instead try your utmost best within reason and deal with the situation on an individual basis. Time consuming as this seems, you may find an amicable solution to benefit all parties involved when not rushing to accomplish them. Your inclination to put the needs of others first may be a virtue, but you have also made several commitments to various individuals that you have insufficient valuable time for yourself. As long as you take personal health into consideration, and when you cannot fit in what you want to achieve, then alter certain plans. Those who care about you will understand and do not feel bad for unable to oblige.

You begin the Year of the Monkey feeling confidence about who you are and knowing the directions ahead. However during this exciting year yet filled with potentially unsettling scenarios, you will be more alert and discovering more about your own capabilities than you have for ages. In a way, you will be living out its theme of makeover. The real challenge is that you may not always recognize opportunities to explore personally, in terms of self-awareness or even spirituality. Invest appropriate time in learning about whatever and whoever comes your way. The focus is personal redefinition; often what is most inspiring will come via a third party. You are encouraged to overcome either doubts or beliefs that certain pursuits could be unexciting. During this year, however you will discover that those activities have changed and more importantly, so have you. Something inside you somehow fires up your sheer determination and there is no turning back ever again.

Do not waste time worrying about the impact of sudden financial alterations on others - family members, close friends or colleagues. While you may not have time to discuss these in detail, there will be plenty of opportunity to review what has taken place. By then you will discover or learn adequately to exchange ideas about exactly what some of these financial changes involve or required. Ultimately you could discover the truth about what somebody you trusted has been doing without your knowledge. Perplexing and perhaps, upsetting as this is, draw no conclusions immediately. Instead, make enquires and hopefully you will be able to get to the bottom of the matter. Assess their responses and proceed from there. However you do not have to make promises or financial commitments when you are not comfortable with the arrangement. Take control of the finance whenever feasible and watch every penny or dime.

If you have not been keeping certain important individuals - partners or loved ones, updated on what you are doing and what you intend to achieve as a result of those activities, then you better begin talking without delay. No doubt, some of past histories may have no serious consequences but with the on-going changes, circumstances and in the future, you will need their support or encouragement. As you are beginning to realize, there is one particular individual to whom the simple word 'no' means nothing. Thus, when you are upset about what they are saying or doing, this is not the time to play cool. You will need to express your sincere feelings with a certain force and emotion. The year could be filled with volatile scenarios- ranging from the word of trust to full-filling promises. Hence avoid making promises that one is unlikely to keep. Honesty and caring actions will help to bridge the relationship and turning things around for both parties. Put in another way, 'Do not rock the boat when enjoying a smooth sailing'

Born in the year of Dragon





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

You would rather deal with time-consuming problems swiftly and get them out of harm's way. But the year could be a lot more about questioning the issues you tackle and discussions you have will involve far more than merely disentangling them. Ultimately what you learn or discover could be a life changing experience. You should look at life from a totally new perspective and tending to each encounter with a different purpose. Why stop halfway when you can achieve more by following through. Consider the longer distance and potential fruitful impact it could develop from the effort.

When solving a tough situation, you may prefer to tackle it swiftly and hopefully in an amicable manner. However when you are handling more than one or two issues that are beyond your control, this will mean that you need to improvise with caution. Meaning you ought to observe and wait for others' decisions before responding. Such manner of dealing with the situation could be out of your comfort zone but with your agility and witty thinking, situations could be brought down to manageable level without creating undesirable confrontation. It certainly requires skill, talent and experience to overcome them. It is not easy but not impossible. Every new encounter or challenge can be considered as 'test' of survival skills and the more you overcome them, the better you become in building up your confidence.

As much as you enjoy a lively discussion, you will do all you can to avoid matters that make you feel uncomfortable or uneasy. Despite this, deep down you know they will have to be dealt with eventually. The longer you wait the more complex the discussions will become. The consequence could be disadvantageous for parties concerned. There is no greater joy than seeing someone dear to you is able to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Even though you may have to make some sacrifices but in your heart within, it is worth every ounce of sweat. In life, at times, the best present to others is the ability to make them happy or feeling secure in times of great need.

Planning ahead can be considered as an advantage but organizing things too precisely can complicate matters. Not only are the circumstances you are dealing with changing, so are your priorities. Knowing that, try to organize things in such a fashion that you have room to reorganize them should the need arise. The fresh perspective that accompanies the New Year is well timed from your viewpoint. Not only will it give you a chance to reflect on certain long-standing plans, others will be in the mood to discuss these as well. The trick is to move from discussion to implementing some of the schemes for a change.

It may not seem that way now, but you are in the ideal position to tackle and bring to an end several annoying predicaments. The problem is they involve certain individuals that you wished to avoid rather than confront. Still, dealing with them is a small price to pay for putting these issues to rest. It is not going to be straight forward when dealing with them but with some patience and support from a few individuals, you are likely to accomplish the task. Taking a few knocks or punches along the way can be expected but not life threatening. Perhaps you may feel the satisfaction for the achievement and the courage in overcoming the situation at the end.

One should not be spending sleepless nights worrying about things that are likely to happen or considering the worst scenarios that are likely to become apparent to certain loved ones, family members or close friends. It merely creates untold anxiety and the consequences could lead to various levels of trauma that one can certainly happily do without, given under any circumstances. You should be looking forward to a quiet and tranquil moment in order to relax or be surrounded by family members or new members of the family. The ability to relax and enjoy life is a blessing and hopefully you will be able to recognize and treasure these moments. Just avoid troubles that have no direct relation with your life, for it could merely bring chaos and trouble. This does not mean to behave in a selfish manner but you will need to judge for yourself before acting. Situations may not necessarily base on what you saw or heard. Perhaps you may have missed certain details from where you stand.

Dramas of various natures are whirling around you and your life, some entertaining, others with some serious stings. Obviously you will tend to yours as a priority but you will also be tempted to help others within your capability. Pause momentarily and consider carefully about this prior to acting, while in some situations you should intervene, most are best left to the individuals in question to deal with. Several things are more pleasurable than being in a position to do something wonderful for another person. Not only are you able to do exactly that, the individual in question could benefit substantially from this goodwill. However it will be polite to respect their wishes and it is advisable that you still need to ask whether they are interested. They have something to learn from this and nobody can do that for them.

You are urged to take a break from involvement with detailed financial planning or commitment with substantial huge sums. Bearing in mind, there is a difference between discussing plans with others and making financial commitments, especially new deals. Yet somebody could misread your intention or interest - learning more about these plans as being of greater significance. Make it crystal clear just what your true intentions are. This may seem impudent but at least it will allow you to explore alternative ideas or offers that could conflict with existing arrangements. While you would not necessary pursue most of them, what you learn and discover will stimulate your thinking and widen your eyes. Bearing in mind that there are so much more trickery and lingo within the complex financial society. It is better to be safe than sorry and certainly not a cup of tea for the faint-hearted type.

This year revolves around marriage but it is also a time when relationships reveal their cracks, meaning potential year of divorce. You could meet a new partner at work or leisure and if you are already attached enticement to stray is likely within the workplace environment. Obviously it is quite easy to give into temptation but the ultimate choice is yours to decide. Hence be prepared for the worst if you decide to surrender to desire. On the other hand, one can choose to avoid such situation by being honest to family members and remaining faithful to loved ones. Others are likely to encounter huge divorce bills at the end of the settlements. In summary, needs to remain alert when being confronted by those that may want to take advantage of vulnerable situations, when you could be at your weakest.

Born in the year of Snake





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

There would be ample opportunities to inform others including new acquaintances of your plans and career developments for the year. Someone could have news for you but great care needs to be taken not to bring the whole group or team tumbling down. Success could depend largely on self-reliance and personal preservation. There will be no appropriate moment to rest on your laurels when things finally kick off. Do not expect much success with your personal relationship with existing partner or lover. You will need to work much harder to keep it.

You can be the champion when it comes to gathering facts and assessing even extremely delicate situations. Being a sensible individual, you devise solutions for problems before others have even figured out what they are contending with. Beware certain matters could have you hoodwinked and this is no surprise, since important facts are missing, hidden or overlooked. If so this could extend beyond your usual deductive capacities. Being suspicious may not be an admirable mannerism but throughout this year, it will encourage you excel much further ahead of the game.

Typically, you are guided by your remarkable instincts, both when dealing with existing arrangements and in the decisions about your future career or business. The real problem is your immediate reaction, which is to sustain what you can. If you have already tried to keep certain arrangements floating, you will realize it is not only unappreciated, it easily distracts you from potentially more rewarding options. Learn from past experiences and avoid allowing great opportunities to slip through the fingers. Not many have the good fortune of encountering a second or third chance.

Loved ones and close friends are excited about the changes reshaping your life. Annoyingly, others insist events are exactly the breakthroughs you have been seeking. However you just cannot see it and are not feeling remotely passionate. Much as you dislike the notion of risking it, the sooner you do, you will realize what all the excitement is about. Just bearing in mind at times, the eyes or ears could play tricks with your mind. Hence it is vital that you need to query the situation rather than merely accepting what being informed. Having a suspicious mind is quite normal but put it to positive utilizations.

When volatile changes were first mentioned, you were obviously not delighted at all. So when you later learnt about the on-off scenarios are in transition, it gave you some hope that those alterations were a false alarm. While they continue time and perhaps the pressure you have applied could reshape their form and direction. Over a period of time, you might even regard them as worth making. If ever in doubt, just seek advice from those who had encountered similar situations. Things could be tricky at times from the outset but gradually mellow down with time. Patience and calmness would be beneficial in addressing the issues.

Fascinating as what is being discussed may be, you are wary, although unclear as to why. No doubt certain arrangements will remain unsettled, you are right to be doubtful. With the endless changing of the present society, it heightens your feelings and accents changes you are already questioning; you are not at your most rational. If that is the case forget analysis for the time being and shift the focus on those feelings. You will be amazed what you learn mostly about the state of your health and wellbeing. Avoiding the questions is not necessarily the ideal way forward when situation ultimately forces you to face reality and the facts of life. Once you understand the situation, hopefully you will seek a different approach to life. It is important to understand personal limitation or deficiency and hopefully be bold enough to take corrective measures to overcome them. When feasible, explore other areas that you may not have ventured out into the wider world for it will shed more meaningful things in life.

No other animal sign is more devoted to others and yourself than the Horse. During the year, you will be far more aware of your shortcomings than your accomplishments and begin recognizing the needless burdens you have eliminated; and equally how much you achieved in a number of challenging situations. However you may not be delighted to learn certain returns of the individuals. But this time you will be playing to your strengths. Better yet, where in the past you have felt remorseful about standing up to others or for your rights, now you are courageous. Also instead of analyzing everything before making decisions, you will trust your instincts and experiences, responding tactfully without the fear of upsetting them. This may come as a shock to them but it will be their problems to deal with. Conscientiously you have nothing to feel guilty about since you have to look after number one first and not be taken advantage of by others.

When dealing with obstacles potentially causing disruptions in various aspects of your life, career or businesses, you are unlikely to regard them as beneficial, much less an invitation to ask some pivotal questions. Obviously, you want to overcome problems with the minimum of fuss. However gradually, you will discover having to spend more time and effort than originally envisaged and the insights could prove gratifying. You eventually forget why certain objectives seemed urgent and vital too. This is also handy when discussing issues involving future plans and those with whom you should be pursuing them that you discover misunderstanding that if left undetected for much longer, could cause disorder. Settle these promptly and you can begin reconsidering those troublesome financial goals at your leisure.

The year is more about discovering what brings you true joy with the present relationship despite the ups and downs. You may wonder how and why, but you certainly need to carry out some serious investigation involving - creative activities, romance, children or friends. All are optional and not until you actually check these out, then you realize how much the past is dominating your views of what you enjoy and what you would like to pursue further. This process of discovery continues throughout the year and you will have the freedom to reorganize things to accommodate some of those intended changes. Hence the seeds you planted during the beginning of the year will bear fruit as planned. But do not forget that it will automatically bear the desired fruits for it will require constant caring and nurturing too. Hence do not merely take things for granted with trivial issues. Continue to remove the weeds that could hinder the development.

Born in the year of Horse





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

Having to deal with contentious situations and individuals, you are ready for a break. First, there is a round of aggravating encounters. You will need to compromise because new events shift your focus. These dramatically alter your perspective to such an extent that you will wonder why you devoted so much thought to minor issues when you have such inspiring ideas to dwell on.

Usually you can be the master of quick fix when you feel up to it. While big plans and projects are thriving, minor errors require swift and thorough attention. Distracting as they may seem, there could be a high price for sidestepping anything. No doubt the payoff for tackling them especially the facts that surface will be generous, do not even think of ignoring them. Get rid of the ‘Nitti-gritty' elements at the earliest opportunity before it becomes a real thorn in the flesh.

Learning the worst about certain individuals is disillusioning yet these revelations are no surprise as envisaged. Now that some of these suspicions have been established or confirmed, you can then make alternate plans. For a few moments, you may contemplate a clean break and wisely realize everybody has their flaws including yourself. Before long, you could decide to opt for the virtue of forgiveness which will surprise some of close relatives and friends. Why not make someone happy whenever you still have the capacity to do so?

No doubt you are concerned about close friends' dramas. However these are theirs to deal with. More important, you have issues of a far more personal nature to focus on. These are about making decisions and ensuring your conclusions are fully understood by those who matter. Actually, it should enable you to clear up all manner of issues and misunderstandings, particularly with regards to loved ones.

Not everybody has such talents with the ability to recognize disruptive developments as an indication of progress or forward thinking. While you could invest serious effort or monies in reassuring those who are anxious when they need not be, they will realize that eventually. In fact you should focus on your needs and welfare. This does not mean being selfish, but self-protection. Along the way, no doubt you may upset certain individuals without intent but should not literally take them at heart. Just carry on life as usual disregarding others' opinions which they are entitled to.

Sometimes difference in opinions can foster a constructive exchanging of ideas. While this may be the case during the year, it could also mean either admitting you were wrong or letting go of cherished memories. Do so and a new world of options opens up, not just involving your activities but also persistent tensions with certain individuals dissipate, to the extent that you might find you actually enjoy their company. Towards the middle of the year, just be aware and prepared that certain events may suggest that an unfair destiny is making inexplicable decisions on your behalf. Others may also try to influence your life style by being insistent but you have to stop them before doing more damage for both parties' interests. Being vigilant and tolerant should help to mitigate numerous confrontation encounters throughout the year.

After a relatively prolonged period when your life seemed to be shaped by a combination of destiny and the whims of others, you are finally regaining a degree of control. As much of a relief as this is, continue to keep the plans you make progressing. The more you learn or discover about both the situations you are dealing with and the reliability of certain individuals, the more you realize that before making any firm commitments, serious questions ought to be raised. While getting concrete answers you may require more time, unexpected and often touching revelations about the attitude and past actions of certain individuals is hugely reassuring, enough so that you can live with uncertainty about the rest. Do not develop too high hopes when dealing with past issues that could return without warning. Treat them as another normal situation and digest thoroughly before responding. Time is on your side and you have the advantage of dealing with them at your leisure.

Based on recent complications, it would be wise to resist others' unfair schemes. Ordinarily, you could be quite right to stand your ground over unfair competition. Keep contesting those challenges and you may completely miss the far more important developments that ultimately will alter your lifestyle. However they are merely parts of a past that is reaching an end. It is clearing the way for ideas, opportunities or offers that are as sudden as they are stimulating. Knowing that, forget about old dramas and focus enthusiastically on the unexpected. Ample great opportunities are waiting ahead despite the calamitous speculations by the markets. Things are moving at an ad-hoc basis that not many people are able to get to grips with the true situation. Hence if you are sharp enough and have reliable resources, you should be able to make profitable margins with new and existing investments. On the other hand, you should also know where to stop before greed swallows up your gains.

Most established relationships will encounter various problems over a period of time. Hence do not mistake problems as a sign of weakness, where certain promising events or situations are going wrong without a justifiable excuse. At times the relationship can be caught off-guard when parties involved are preoccupied with moving swiftly with their own interests or careers that some chaos is inevitable. While your instincts are telling you this, the other is obsessing about concerns, which actually worsen them. Tempting as it is to defend your choices, avoid saying things that could aggravate the relationship further. Hopefully with time and over prolonged period, any huge anxieties developed will be history. Things can then move ahead again but it will be a different atmosphere. This is where both heads need to have a clear understanding where the relationship is going to end up.

Born in the year of Goat (Sheep)





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

There has already been talk of reorganizing elements of your work or lifestyle. In the past, no doubt you have been able to stall certain changes and hope to continue so without much hassle. You could be successful but once you learn more, you may change your plans and ambitions. This is not because of changes but rather because of intriguing developments that could broaden your horizons via study, travel or even some form of spiritual pursuit. Knowing the possibilities, you might just explore the changes already being discussed with new interests.

The year's challenge is, not knowing how to handle situations. It is discerning the genuine dilemmas from those in which others play the victim in the hope that you will rescue them as you have done before. While you are superb at spotting such self-serving tactics in the lives of others, it is far more challenging in your own. Shocking as what you learn may be initially, it will explain a lot. As long as you are prepared to expect the unexpected, then you should be able deal with the challenges that are being thrown at you. Just avoid jumping to conclusions without giving them the benefit of the doubt in the first instance.

Simplicity about certain plans seems to be at a premium. You are feeling muddled about your priorities but so are those involved. While this creates feelings of companionship, it also means urgent arrangements are not being dealt with appropriately. Just be mindful that the foundation on which those plans are based is likely to change enough so that you are better off keeping things as loose as possible. Avoid taking short-cuts to success for any initial gains are unlikely to be retained for good. Negative consequences could follow without any advance warning.

Somebody could blame you for wanting to get things settled for good without prior consultation or lengthy discussions. Living with uncertainty hanging over your head is not going to be straight-forward but you feel you are wasting valuable time. On the contrary, unimportant as certain encounters may seem, each is adding something vital to your knowledge and those facts or experiences will prove helpful when the moment arrives. Just need to be mindful of your impatient temperament which could be your downfall.

At the beginning of the year, you should have a positive idea of what you want to achieve. Along the year, complications could raise questions about some of those goals and alter the landscape on which you would pursue them. Considering everything including what seems unlikely and unappealing, and then alters some of the targets in tandem with the fluctuating circumstances. This will reawaken your inquisitive side; enough so that you begin spotting promising developments where before, things may have seemed hopeless.

Misinterpretations have been doubly difficult. Not only have you had to contend with the problems they created, some of which were very complex indeed, you become disillusioned by the attitude and behavior of certain professionals. You could discover that certain particular individuals do not meet your high standards of friendship or relationships, annoying and feeling uncomfortable in their presence. Hence you should avoid taking them too seriously with their apparent uncaring attitude. No doubt you will have questions, and while it may take others a surprisingly long time to understand why you are upset, once they do, the resulting discussions will be amazingly constructive. Following that, you will know exactly where they are coming from and exactly what you need to do.

Of the twelve animal signs, Monkey respectful characteristic to others is one well known among circle of close friends. During the year, you will need to be responsive with certain shortcomings especially with associate's risks. Equally opposite to such negativity, there are several challenging opportunities that would help to overcome the difficult scenario. More importantly you will need to take advantage of the situation for your benefits or put in other words, strike while the iron is still hot. Others may envy your success but do not be fooled by such initial gains. Your fortune for the year is in comparison as if you were riding a roller coaster, thrilling, scary and dangerous at the same time. You have the choice to limit the exposure of risks and danger that could endanger not only yourself but loved ones too.

Nobody prefers to face obstacles that could cause disruption in various aspects of your life, career or business; you certainly are unlikely to regard them as beneficial, much less an invitation to ask some essential questions. Obviously, you want to overcome problems with the minimum of aggravation. However gradually, you will discover having to spend more time and effort than originally envisaged and the insights could prove rewarding. You will soon overlook why certain objectives seemed urgent and essential. This is also handy when discussing issues involving future plans and those with whom you should be pursuing them that you may discover solution. If left undetected for a prolonged period, it could cause chaos and lead to other complications. Settle these promptly and you can begin reconsidering those troublesome financial goals at your own pace. Just do not under-estimate those small issues gradually building into an aggressive type that it becomes too late to resolve. Nip them in the bud at the earliest opportunity.

The year is only just beginning and you are facing a crisis that involves a majority of your commitment, time and money. Accidentally, unexpected events provide you effective reasons to make some positive changes. However you should try to keep things 'loose' or exercise with some flexibility. Just remember to stay alert and avoid certain promised commitments to hold you back from advancing. If necessary, go with your heart's desire rather than your mind. That is because there is far more to both conflicts and the feelings involved than you realize. Along the line, someone could try to trick you into making the commitment that you are not prepared for. Do not hold back when you know and feel uncomfortable with the arrangement. Otherwise you could regret at some stage and both parties will not like the outcome.

Born in the year of Monkey





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

Having already dealt with quarrelsome situations and various individuals, you are eager for a proper rest. First, there is a round of aggravating encounters. You will need to compromise because; new events could shift your concentration. These dramatically alter your perspective to such an extent that you will be wondering why you dedicated so much effort and attention to inconsequential issues when you have such inspiring ideas. Keep working on things that you know best and avoid taking risks or venturing into alien territories that make you feel insecure or uncomfortable.

Having to leave important decisions to loved ones or family members is considered noble by others. Not only do they need to feel in charge, bowing to their knowledge in certain matters will do wonders in eliminating potential tension. Harmonious atmosphere leads to much greater success in life - career, business and good life style. Reaching an understanding of such status does require awareness and wisdom. When others stray away from the agreed terms and conditions, you may need to steer them in the right direction again before things get out of hand. No doubt it will not be simple and straight forward either. The ability to deal with certain tricky scenario would rely on your wittiness and reflexes.

When unsettlingly changes were first mentioned, you were not thrilled at all. So when you later heard about the revival regime, it provided you with new hope, instigating your enthusiasm ahead. However you need to play a wait and see game for things could turn volatile with much warning. The ability to remain calm and cool would certainly help you to see things through without suffering much loss. Responding in panic scenario could result in severe damage or losses. There are some good opportunities to make financial gains or escalating up the career ladder through continuous industrious and dedicated effort. Not necessarily a good year for those who plan to settle down for good during the year. Delay it whenever feasible.

Infuriating as the obstacles you are facing may be, they also indirectly force you to review your priorities in greater depth than you need to. This has not been enlightening and you will feel contented saying farewell to certain burdensome arrangements or individuals hanging around your neck when the moment arrives. Perhaps it is about time to discard such burdens and never look back again. Just be more positive and assertive with those that do not feel ashamed of their misbehavior or playing dumb. No doubt certain truths would hurt those that are unprepared to accept the facts of life. Tough, but life moves on and so should you. There is nothing to feel bad, sorry or embarrassed about when you know the rights from wrongs.

Having invested endless time and effort reviewing numerous options when making a decision, you are not going to reconsider your plans. While sticking to what has been organized may make sense, within a short interval you will appreciate that changes in circumstances leave you with limited choice but to re-evaluate your schemes. The ability to improvise due to the changing circumstances would ensure that you are still staying on course but the timing could be slightly out of sequence. Slight delay is better than no show and hence you should not worry excessively. The outcome could eventually please those involved and your effort will be hugely appreciated and rewarded appropriately.

Normally you are the one who advises others on how they could improve their lives or make their lives easier. When it is your own, however you have several blind spots. For some, recent encounters should instigate frank discussions between you, family members and loved ones. You should not be feeling embarrassed or anxious about potential clashes or changes especially where your health is concerned. While it may be true that certain things cannot remain the same forever, once you start exploring your options, any previous doubts will become apparently clear. Do not let the fear of not knowing or avoiding the truths haunt you to the end. Be brave and take up the courage to search for the unknowns. With an informed reliable source, it should help an individual to deal with the situation openly and hopefully would also alleviate the fear within. Once you understand the situation, you will see life from a very different perspective.

Having already intertwined over fundamental differences with certain individuals to whom you are strongly associated, personally or professionally and not having achieved much harmony; you should not be surprised when these resurface on an ad-hoc basis throughout the year. Provoking at times as they can be, they are as much about understanding each other as they are about their decisions involved. Devote more time in discussing the feelings behind these differences and you will not only make progress, but will also be able to make sense of numerous similar frustrating situations in the past. On the other hand, when it comes to practicality or health issues, you are better off simply acknowledging and tackling dilemmas. No amount of ingenious manipulation will charm these away. Just remember that you can sometimes fool some of the people some of the time, but not all people all of the time.

Even though certain individuals (friends or family members) are struggling with changes of some kind, you rather enjoy the challenge of coming to terms with the new and unfamiliar territory. However, you prefer to know what is involved and there is disturbingly little information about the developments being discussed. It may be that others have not asked the right questions, but the odds are good that dramatic changes in the circumstances involved mean even simple facts are in short supply. That being the case, regard yourself as an explorer in unknown territory and let each day's discoveries be your guide to the next stage. This not only enables you avoid potential financial pitfalls; you will gradually rediscover your enthusiasm for living. Things to explore, places to visit, crafts or hobbies to expand and dreams that you set out to achieve. As long as you treat the money with respect, it will automatically protect you from harm's way.

At times pretending to be bored by romance, but deep down you adore emotional relationships, old and new with intimate friends and loved ones. However with busy schedules at work, traveling, education, family's distraction or business, you have had to face various issues that somehow things have somewhat lost their charisma. Do not feel despair for you will soon be re-enchanted in proper time. In the meantime, distractions appear in the form of events triggered by the potential emphasis on new work, obligations and busy schedules. These matters are demanding enough so that you could soon be longing for those more entertaining diversions. Try to be more appreciative when around loved ones for they too would feel your genuine response. At times, actions speak louder than words and hence you should realize when to act. Things could turn funny in some way, as long as you know when your stays are unwelcome.

Born in the year of Rooster





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

Developing an inquisitive mind by nature, would excel you to explore far flung places, meeting with new people and learning new tricks in life. With modern technology, some of you could achieve this without having to leave your desk or home. But then again there is no replacement for the real things in life. Hence whenever feasible, it is advisable to get involved with real situations instead of just reading and not having the courage to seek the real world. It should change your view towards life once you have first-hand experience of the real world.

Past or recent differences made it abundantly clear that certain events cannot continue as they are. Unattractive as the idea of making changes seems, perhaps you have limited choice but to explore the source of those issues. Not every outcome would be detrimental to a good cause. You will need to evaluate each situation independently rather than assuming they are similar to previous ones. Even though some of the cases may be identical, but not necessarily they are exactly the same. Just do not be deterred when being challenged by those that detest being contested. Face the challenge with dignity and present your findings in a professional manner. If really stuck, you may need to seek those that are well-versed with the situation.

Are you worried by saying a firm ‘no' to certain ideas or offers that could mean closing the door on progress? On the contrary, you are merely doing no more than illuminating the issues involved; so that you and those involved can discuss things in greater depth. From constructive discussion it will emerge certain steps that you will eventually decide to take and progress forward. Whether it is the right or wrong decision, you will only find out when you take the first step. Obviously you will gather all sorts of things along the way initially and will gradually discard some of them when they become too burdensome. Very similar to life, an individual should discard the burdens (animosities, resentment and negativities) instead of carrying with them for the rest of the life.

Usually important decisions can be made whenever you are ready but those involving central elements of your domestic set-up or life out in the world cannot. While you will still be dealing with certain fall-outs, you are also considering their impact on your future. Take appropriate time, since it is unlikely you will make new plans until the old ones have been resolved. Unfortunately there is no single answer to your challenge and thinking of taking the short-cut is not the appropriate answer too. Maybe it will help to cover up things as interim measures from certain authorities, but not the real solution to the problem. Take the right route and do things in legal manner.

You have no difficulty recognizing the current range of stunning opportunities as being exactly that. Others are anxious or believe they are some kind of tricks. Waste no time trying to win or convince them over. Instead suggest they simply observe whether or not it pays off for you. They could regret doubting you in the first instance. It would be their loss and not yours. No doubt you may gloat slightly on your success but be mindful of certain individuals that may not take things lightly. Vengeance could be on their mind and such game once started, is likely to escalate higher than envisaged. Instead of gloating, treat them with respect and you will eventually earn their respect in return; possibly becoming good-buddies at the end of the day.

It is perfectly natural and normal that you want to know what one is getting into before reaching any agreements relating to personal health or wellbeing of someone very dear in your heart. There is not much point or benefit in driving yourself and loved ones senseless with questions about trivial details and practices that ought to work out anyway. Overly concern for their well-being may seem to be a natural and caring thing to do, but at times you should also try to let things rest and take its natural course when every corrective measure has been taken. Hope for the best and pray that things will improve in the near future.

You usually take pride in your capability to deal with complex matters promptly even under pressing circumstances. During the year, what you are dealing with is of such complexity that you are better off tackling the tasks with due care and consideration rather than trying to rush things through. Tempting as it is to find a faster or shorter route; it will only create alternate problems as a consequence. No doubt you may gain some advantages in the initial period, but the negative impact could affect not only yourself but all those associated as well. Obviously you would take necessary precautionary steps to mitigate the impact by weighing up the pros and cons before implementing. It certainly does not hurt to consult trusted parties for things that are too much for an individual to handle. Put personal pride aside for the time being and focus on the more vital situations as a group.

There is no question about what you want to accomplish in this era with your career or businesses. There are however heaps of questions about how you will overcome existing obstacles and the changes that are creating a degree of confusion and delays. Some of them offering you ample opportunity to review those financial goals and how to achieve them without incurring unnecessary loss or risks that would cut into some of the profits. Do remember taking shorter routes may be an option but not necessarily means that you would achieve what you aimed for. Trying to fulfill some of the dreams is going to require more than effort, time and reliable capable individuals working together to achieve the goal. Luck and timing will also play a part. Opportunities are available out in the market and you will need to use your judgment, experience and capability to achieve them.

You may have tried spending endless valuable time and effort in trying to win over loved ones or partner who is as stubborn as an Ox with their obstinate way of thinking. In your opinion, they will need to work on their negativity but remember when dealing with human nature; one of the most difficult challenges is trying to change their personal characteristic to accommodate other's request. Likewise if you were in their shoes, perhaps you would understand how one feels. Provided both parties are willing to make changes to reconcile the differences, the present relationship will stand a chance of survival. If you were to re-evaluate the relationship in depth, certainly there are some valuable quality moments that are worth fighting for.

Born in the year of Dog





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

If you suddenly find yourself justifying certain policies or even alliances with friends, close colleagues or family members, you might want to give the situation some thought or allow yourself to consider carefully. In between, you could assume any potential problems are misunderstandings, however be prepared for the real issue that might go deeper than envisaged. If worse comes to worse, when the time ultimately arrives, you may have to say farewell to those that are eventually not compatible with your plans.

If an individual is being unfair to you or treating somebody you care about poorly, you will tend to act first and think about it later. Still, at the moment, you would be better off at least asking what was behind their actions. What you learn could ultimately explain things and better yet avoid unnecessary dramas or embarrassment. Sometimes apologizing could be difficult or avoidable, provided one does not overreact. During the year, you should try to remain calm or be more tolerant when dealing with situations personal or other. Perseverance is a virtue, so do not let the fear of uncertainty defeat your confidence in overcoming the challenges ahead. Just do not give up at the earliest sign of difficulty.

It is time to deal with vital but tedious practical or financial matters. You may have hoped these would somehow resolve themselves or put them off until you found a clever way of resolving them. But things have reached critical point at which you may have no alternate choice but to take them by the horns. Sooner or later you will have to confront one tricky individual or organization that is quite near impossible to deal with. Strange as it seems, the answer may be to yield. This allows everyone involved to reconsider their views and start again, perhaps with a more realistic way of doing things.

The practical side of your nature is constantly challenged by the part of you that is seduced by life's pleasure or fantasies. Important as the latter are, in the past they have taken over to such an extent, you may have forgotten about those practicalities. It is more important to balance the two in order to be able to enjoy a longer lasting relationship. Speaking your mind is also about sharing your views and paying attention to loved ones. You will discover that, together you are able to enjoy an exchange of ideas that previously seemed impossible. There are much more to look forward in life ahead despite a few teething issues to deal with. Nothing is impossible as long as you put your faith and heart desire.

Some may say that appropriate planning ahead is an advantage. While you may have tried it and occasionally found it workable or beneficial, you would rather organize things based on what you done and worked. Yet others may insist you should plan in depth. Thank them gracefully for their advice or concerns then do exactly what you think is best for yourself. This way if things were not proceeding according to plan, at least you do not have others to blame. Likewise when things are taking off smoothly and leading to success, you know that you have made the right decision. The ability to strike a balance between success and failure will take some practice. Rushing things may not be the answer to most situations even though some may share similarities.

Under challenging situations and through the attitude of certain individuals, including close friends, loved ones, partner and relatives, you are beginning to fear that you will just have to pretend others health problems do not exist. Unlikely as it seems, soon you will not only be talking these over frankly, and you will find a compromise that everybody can get along without remorse on their conscience. It does not necessarily mean that the problems will automatically disappear. Perhaps more discussions about the topic would help those involved to have a better understanding and not living in fear. On the other hand, you can only try your utmost best to deal with their wellbeing, hoping to lessen their suffering or other related burdens, worries or fears. Life is complicated enough as it is and certainly would appreciate the effort and assistance from a voluntary party or organization to lighten your concerns.

The attitude of certain individuals in the recent past was sufficiently annoying that you have decided at one stage to avoid them. Yet the circumstances you are facing are indirectly forcing you to be as demanding. Challenging enough as it is, perhaps it will make you realize that they were not that heavy handed after all. It is unlikely you will enjoy the situation but you would probably be appreciative that you were forced to evaluate certain tough situations and to formulate appropriate plans for them. Sometimes putting up a tough front may just do the trick and you need to work harder to conceal your fear in confronting them. Having overcome such encounter, your confidence and luck should gradually improve. Those involved will pay closer attention with your performance and delivery, just continue to excel at your best pace and your effort will be rewarded with promotion and recognition by the management.

The amalgamation of impediments and unexpected dealings you are being faced with on a random basis is making you wonder if certain business ideas, plans or ventures are worth the effort. Do not give up at this very moment without re- establishing the reason or reasons. Some would say there are no insignificant mistakes, only those that are not noticed. Difficult as this may be at the time, what you eventually discover from the experience will shed light on your thinking about the present and more importantly the future. Whatever lessons learnt or encountered with financial losses, you will gain valuable experience and become a wiser person. Provided you are able to endure further losses, otherwise, pause and take stock where things are heading. Still available opportunities to make some killing with the right investment schemes but you will need to take control instead of relying on any middle man.

Do not be deceived by the eagerness of others to be decisive as an indication they are serious about long term commitments. It is their way of fending off the anxieties caused by sudden developments that unsettle each other's plans, including yours. While you trust your instinct to relax, others are likely to panic. The solution is to firmly but graciously avoid making plans or promises that cannot be altered. Usually you would give in to loved ones' demands or needs, sacrificing personnel's wishes for the benefit of the relationship. Obviously the journey ahead is long and winding especially for those planning to start a new family. More importantly, both parties involved need to work in harmony when the challenge ahead is most difficult. It will be a real test of faith and trust. Things should ease up eventually at the end.

Born in the year of Pig





(Five Elements Chart for all signs)

While you cannot plan ahead meticulously for the unexpected, it is worth being aware that even certain simple arrangements can change. Disruptive as these are in the short term, the more involved you get with them, the more swiftly you will see them as the long overdue breakthroughs that they are. If you have already managed to put off dealing with one particular tricky situation, then you may think you can avoid it for good. You can try but you will have to deal with it sooner than envisaged. Avoid taking any short cuts in order to resolve the situation, which could backfire as a consequence.

One needs to brush up the skill of keeping in touch with loved ones. Do not let the saying 'Out of sight, out of mind' threaten the relationship. A truly honest stable relationship is not easy to establish or maintain under demanding modern social lifestyles. If one contemplates that the relationship is worth keeping, then one should try the utmost to preserve it by making relevant sacrifices and not being selfish most of the time. Any trivial teething issues can easily be brought out in the open for amicable discussion between each other for there is nothing greater than genuine love and trust. Your effort will be rewarded when you put your heart and sincerity into the relationship.

Straightening up challenging areas of your life involving career, social or domestic may not seem thrilling. But you will soon discover just how much time, emotion, mental energy and certain dilemmas have been overwhelming. For ages, you have been side stepping problems on the domestic front as your initial efforts to do something about them went quite badly. While your yearning to avoid a repeat is quite sensible, sudden events however are giving you good reason to tackle these head on. This requires serious resolution but the outcome will be worth the effort. Avoid high expectation outcome while things are still progressing smoothly, allowing for some deviation would be wiser.

Typically you are the one who encourages others when dramas arise. When you come facing your own, graciously downplaying them; to such an extent that loved ones and family members are not aware how much you could use their support. It is a matter of time that such situations come out in the open and they should know. Hopefully it is not too late for you to seek suitable medical treatment as a consequence. Sometimes personal selfishness needs to be kept aside; letting common sense prevail. It may be a bit difficult to accept at the beginning but once the barrier is lowered, you can feel how pointless things have been all the time. It is not the end of the world, for life is about learning from mistakes.

Good fortune is gradually developing on the horizon after much productive effort. This means better prospects for the career type and improved opportunities for the business type. Foreign travel for business or pleasure is indicated on the horizon. One needs to take extra precautions when traveling abroad especially with personal belongings and safety aspects. If one can avoid traveling to unsafe locations, by all means do avoid them; it is always better to be safe than sorry. Planning long-term prospects and thorough research into details will certainly increase the chances of success. Just beware of being taken advantage of by others because of your good natured heart and generous conduct. Some dishonest people will try every trick in order to deceive you mainly for your money and not for love.