The Monkey
Curious and inventive in nature, Monkeys can run circles around other people with ease! Clever, result-oriented and sharp, Monkeys appreciate challenges of any kind. At work, given their memory and ability to adapt, they tend to be huge successes. Monkeys usually prefer to wear a poker face, refusing to share any emotions or feelings with others. Active in their lifestyle, they are usually very healthy creatures and also ensure that they choose the buzz and go of the city life! People-watching is a big hobby to amuse them and they generally take occupations like finance, accounting scientists and dealers!
Famous people born: Walter Matthau, Edward Kennedy, Mick Jagger, Duchess of Windsor, Nelson Rockefeller.
2017 for the Monkey
The Monkey has been very quiet -- both on the inside and outside for a while now. You need to shrug off the apathy as you deal with people and situations that have let you down. The lesson you learn this year is self-reliance. Many who have betrayed you will return to your bandwagon almost as if nothing happened. Stay calm and flow with the tide and you will find yourself making everything go your way. If involved in IT, telecom or online industry, you could be working for reputed brands and attract yourself exciting new opportunities. If dating, August is a great time to meet new people.
The Rooster
Flamboyant, feisty and obstinate, Roosters are extroverts and those who love to blow their own trumpet. Known to be outwardly confident as they blow their own trumpet, Roosters are hardworking and trustworthy individuals who are direct and forthright! Happiest when surrounded by a crowd, under the spotlight, they can get very angry if crossed. Roosters are extremely motivated people who give their careers their all. Given their focus and meticulousness Roosters are also good with money and ensuring all on the financial front is under control. The environment around a rooster is clean, neat and extremely organised given their own habit of being fussy about small things! Roosters are fun people to have around. They make for excellent actors, Armed forces personnel, Musicians and Chartered Accountants.
Famous people born: Prince Phillip, Elton John, Pope Paul VI.
2017 for the Rooster
The Rooster this year is extraordinarily innovative and they find new ideas coming to them with ease. From March onwards, any arena, anything they touch out of the box -- will yield money and amazing results! What makes it possible for the Rooster is their ability to multi-task, think out of the box and be creative. Not to miss the hardwork. Money also comes easily for the non-risk takers post September as windfalls, bonus comes through. Overseas travel will be key to all things that can take them ahead and they might be living out of a suitcase this year. If they are harbouring love feelings for someone, it's a good time for them to not only make the first move, but also order the wedding cards as personal life will be positive post May.
Big Advice: Don't refuse any opportunity -- big or small that comes your way. This could be the key to your success.
The Dog
Compassionate, loyal and giving -- the sign lives up to its true name. Surrounded by friends, always available for their friends and family, Dogs make for great partners and can be extremely attentive. Known to take charge of any situation, money and status don't really matter to the Dog as much as the wellbeing of his loved ones. Once dogs master a subject of interest, they usually take off. Honest, trust worthy and ethical, Dogs work hard and spend wisely. Professionally, they make for excellent counsellors, interior decorators and priests allowing for a lot of dialogue and discussion. Dogs dislike hurting other people's feelings and can get into quite a sulk if treated unfairly. Love is what keeps their world going, so ensure you stay loving and positive!
Famous people born: Charles Bronson, Pierre Cardin, Sir Winston Churchill, Elvis Presley
2017 for the Dog
The Dog will have to change their attitude this year. Usually high on integrity and their own moral code, they find themselves sabotaging and coming in the way of their own growth. From dishonesty to the lack of communication to arrogance, the Dog will need to look within and understand what is coming in their way to success. Whatever the lacuna and whatever feedback comes from loved ones on their follies is what they will need to address. It's also a year of risks and challenges where a few risks maybe dangerous to take. If you take them between February and May, the results will only come through towards the end of the year. Focussing on the health -- especially in the throat and the lung area and scheduling regular medical checkups is important. Fresh air, meditation, letting go of past hurts and forgiving your enemies will also help you take long strides and getting what you want. From love to locking deals -- you hold the thread of good luck and prosperity for 2017 in your own hands.
The Pig
Honest, frank, chivalrous and gallant, Pigs are born under the sign of much honesty! While they may tend to appear rough and hewn, under their jovial and happy surface, they make for fabulous people. Their tendency to overdo things -- be it overindulgence in food, alcohol or even partying, can tend to give them poor health. An exercise regime is extremely necessary for them. Pigs tend to have comfortable homes as they like to ensure their wealth is displayed. Cleanliness is not really on their topmost agenda both at home and at work. Professionally, their creative side comes out when they can totally express themselves. They remain enthusiastic about new opportunities. Pigs make for excellent doctors, caterers and hoteliers, and are lovely people to be around.
Famous people born: Ronald Reagan, Julie Andrews, Woody Allen, Alfred Hitchcock
2017 for the Pig
An experimental year is what the year of the Rooster holds out for the lovely Pigs! Learning is key to this year more than getting deals and signing new cheques. The more you learn, the more you will align yourself to abundance. Be sure to stay away from manipulation and shortcuts. What this will do is help align your energy to abundance and this will help you expand and grow this year. If you are in love and constantly playing games, it's time to stop and to say no more. When you lead people on in love or make false promises, the same equation returns for you. So it's time to change yourself inside out.
The Rat
Easy to get along with, hardworking and extremely enterprising, Rats know how to find solutions and take care of themselves without troubling others. Reserved or quiet under the surface, rats are always busy with activity and getting things done. Lively with a need for constant stimulation, Rats are blessed with high intellect and are extremely sharp. At work, rats are good at being thrifty and saving for a rainy day and they make for excellent writers, broadcasters, directors and race-car drivers. With their incredible patience and persistence, anything that keeps them on the ball is necessary and welcome! Known to be extremely cautious and cunning with money, Rats always have a stash saved away for the rainy day!
Famous people born: Pope John Paul, William Shakespeare, Yves St Laurent, Prince Charles, Karim Aga Khan.
2017 for the Rats
The Rats are about to progress in leaps and bounds in this year of the Rooster. You have done so well academically that you are the ideal candidate to be chosen for the big promotion or heading a new start-up. For those in politics, working in governments or dealing with issues that impacts the world around you, you will be in the limelight and find your voice as a leader. Many of you will be called on centre stage to share your experiences, motivate many and this can become a second source of income especially as you come from service. Yoga, pottery, gardening will reignite your attachment to the earth and will keep you centred. Make the most of it. For those attached, give more of yourself to deepen bonds. Those single need to get off dating apps and dating sites and step out to meet people offline! Enjoy.
The Ox
The Ox or the buffalo sign symbolises prosperity through fortitude and hard work. People born under this year will be dependable, calm and methodical. Patient and tireless workers, they like routine and convention. Beneath their modest but neat appearance, the Ox usually shields a resolute and logical mind. They walk with their head held high. People born under this sign are systematic. You can rely on their promises. Once they give their word, they will stick with it. The Ox like to take their own sweet time in the matters of the heart. They are slow to warm up and reveal their true feelings. If you marry an Ox and place your trust in them, you will never be disappointed. They generally excel in politics, farming and agriculture though their rigid and stubborn nature may lead to conflicts with others time and again.
Famous people born: Jawaharlal Nehru, Walt Disney, Richard Nixon, Margaret Thatcher, Adolf Hitler.
2017 for the Ox
The Ox is going to be in thinking mode over the next few months. Cautious before they do anything, they will be true to their nature this year and this will work wonders for them. Instead of listening to advice or gossip from friends, you are advised to listen to your own gut or even seek professional counsel. Those in the consulting space or professionals may give up their steady jobs towards October-November and finally start something of their own. Go for it; it will be successful especially if you have crossed all the dots and checked the minutest of details! Confidence-boosting activities are important for you this year -- be it a new wardrobe or becoming a gym rat or even time away from multiple screens will help!
The Tiger
Courage, power, passion and daring, the Tiger is a master of it all. Protective in their instinct, in the way they deal with it, Tigers seek approval from peers and family. Given that money and power is not their kick zone, they are restless, reckless and always geared for action. At work, they are energetic and always ready to look for the right time to leap into new plans and pursuits. Money wise, Tigers always find enough and loyalty more than anything else is what gets them going. Given their attractive self as Tigers are not just beautiful on the outside, but draw the world in, they make for compelling speakers, actors and painters. Keeping on their right side is necessary as Tigers can otherwise also just be extremely cruel and make quick work of their enemy's
Famous people born: Charles De Gaulle, Groucho Mark, Queen Elizabeth II, and Marilyn Monroe.
2017 for the Tiger
The Tiger is looking at a gregarious and social year ahead. For many of the Tigers who have worked their way up to position and power, it's a year to enjoy the many fruits. If you go easy about bragging about your accomplishments and allow your work to speak for itself, it will open doors for you. It's time to keep extra visiting cards and those made in yellow, red and green will prove lucky. The phase between July and October is spectacular for overseas travel and will help open additional doors for your work and business. Love is in the air for you and if you fancy someone, don't waste any time telling them about it.
The Rabbit
The Rabbit symbolises graciousness, good manners, sound counsel, kindness and sensitivity to beauty. Their soft speech and graceful and nimble ways embody all the desirable traits of a successful diplomat. They are reserved, artistic and possess good judgment and a sharp memory. Their thoroughness also makes them good scholars. Though flirtations and full of fun, with the help of the mind and brain, they will shine in the fields of law, politics and government. While those under this sign are extremely lucky in business and monetary transactions, they also tend to be very moody!
Famous people born: David Rockefeller, Ingrid Bergman, Joseph Stalin, Fidel Castro, Albert Einstein.
2017 for the Rabbit
The Rabbit will have a topsy-turvy year with many a slip between the cup and the lip. The underlying advice for you is to keep your word and your promises as this will help everyone in the Universe also fulfill their promises, payments and dues owed to you. Looking at your own integrity issues and being clean in all your money equations and dealings will make this year better. Most importantly, promises kept to your own self will be critical as they help open doors to meet like-minded people. Those in the clothing, garment and jewellery business will move beyond an online presence and opening retail stores is advisable for them. This year will also be one filled with happy moments, if you and your mate are on the same page and align yourself to common goals, post September.
The Dragon
Vital, full of intense power and one of good fortune, Dragons are a master in authority! Energetic, lively and full of authority, Dragons are the free spirits of the Chinese Zodiac. Big ideas, big themes and the attempt of everything new -- Dragons like to try things on a grand scale. Tactless, quick tempered and being too suspicious could be their issues, but Dragons make the best of what they have given their own sense of ownership, adaptability and more. Dragons work better being in positions of power and make for excellent campaigners, politicians, and PR and advertising managers. Driven with risks, Dragons take risks and burn the midnight oil making them susceptible to stress-related tensions.
Famous people born: John Lennon, St Joan of Arc, Frank Sinatra, Yehudi Menuhin, Chee Guevara.
2017for the Dragon
Trading of all kind will be your forte this year. Interactions with people combined with your research will help you get all formats of entrepreneurship going. Be it selling in an online marketplace or offering niche services, all types of exchanges will be beneficial. Be clean in your money dealings and a debt of even a small amount will tilt the balance out of your favour. This is especially advised for those in partnerships as temptations of all kinds knock your way in June. Think straight and you will find more coming your way. Those of you who have lost hope of finding their way in love, this is the year to manifest your own partner. Those with children will play cheerleaders with ease and find them making it to reputed universities of their choice! Don't hesitate and just go for it, is the mantra of this year!
The Snake
A calm, shy, and a low-profile animal, Snakes are wise men and women! Thinkers, diplomats and savvy investors, Snakes make for the most enigmatic animal of the Chinese Astrology cycle! Intuitive, attractive and graceful people, people born under this sign will be contemplative and private. Exciting and dark, yet with a wisdom, the Snake will work hard to make things go their way! Influential and insightful, they manage others well and are usually found in senior positions. Their ability to make themselves affectionate with family and friends and yet appear brisk and businesslike with work mates is a very obvious give away. Generous with money, known to always be materialistically wealth creators, Snakes can completely be persuasive when they put their mind to it. Snakes need calm and quiet to survive and succeed. Adrenalin rushes are not for them. Snakes are all about creativity and make for fabulous astrologers, politicians and also brilliant photographers.
Famous people born: Indira Gandhi, Mao Tso Stung, John Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln.
2017 for the Snake
Professionals do extraordinarily well this year. Wage hikes, appreciation and promotions are coming your way. Volunteering your time for a cause or becoming a support leader is advisable as many join your bandwagon believing in your gut. This year, you will have the voice. Money is plenty this year and spending on renovation of home and office is advisable. Those in love will plan a child and it will fill your home with much laughter. For the single, this is the year to manifest love. Your soft, vulnerable side is out there as you decide to go easy on your temper, anger and thoughts. You may have a lot of people to choose from and it's advisable to choose someone who doesn't say yes and bow down to your wishes all the time. Litigations on property should not be encouraged and settling out of court saves you time, is safer and brings you good karma too!
The Horse
Excited, extroverted -- everything about the horse is extra. The life and soul of every party, the Horse entertains friends and strangers alike with much ease and charm. Quick witted, sharp, intelligent and practical, Horses make use of it all at home and at work. Their ability to multi-task, their huge independent streak holds them in good stead. Horses love company and visitors to their home will always be treated like royalty. Their willingness to try anything and their ability to try something new makes Horses good at anything they would like to try. Freedom is a critical aspect to their personality and day to day living and careers in communication, media and performing arts suits them well. Horses know how to have fun and keep their wits about themselves and truly long runners of the race.
Famous people born: FD Roosevelt, Barbara Streisand, Rembrandt, Chris Evert, Amitabh Bacchant, Oprah Winfrey, Katie Holmes.
2017 for the Horses
This year is very interesting for the horses even though it may begin with a low note and not such good news to begin with. And you maybe lost around March wondering what's in store for you. All ends lead to new beginnings and new phases. People, opportunities and jobs that end will allow you time to make place and think of the new beginnings you may like to make. It's time to also throw your inertia out of the window and become more proactive as you meet more people. The learning for you is to wake up and to accept the boulders thrown by the Universe to energize you. If you have neglected your loved ones for the joy of hanging with friends and acquaintances, it's time to go home literally and figuratively. Much joy awaits and your gifts of time will make them happy!
The Sheep
Calm, quiet and cultured -- the Sheep like living the good, graceful and peaceful life. Easy going and peaceful in their manner, they are reserved and soothing. While they enjoy company, they like to watch because they prefer the side lines. Well-groomed and well-dressed, Sheep make for excellent architects, illustrators, musicians and art historians. Given their love for serenity, Sheep's usually keep good health. But any sort of confrontation or argument can make them sick! Usually homebodies, Sheep like to be surrounded by people at work and are happy to take low-key roles and positions. Sheep make for excellent editors, pediatricians and enjoy home-hobbies of reading, cooking, and watching movies.
Famous people born: Barbara Walters, Muhammad Ali, Billie Jean King, King George IV, The Shah of Iran.
2017 for the Sheep
The Sheep has to finally learn to trust one's own self. When you trust your own abilities and your own skills, the Universe will provide. When you know your job well and your own worth, you don't have to worry; despite the volatile climate around you. For those interviewing for new positions or interning, knowing your own self worth and brushing your self-esteem will work wonders. Spend summer months in the mountains, river rafting and amidst nature and it will give you the flexibility and energy to take on all that is coming your way.