How the Twelve Animal Archetypes Will Fare in the Year of the Water Horse OX - |1901 |1913 |1925 |1937 |1949 |1961 |1973 |1985 | 1997 | 2009 | This is a year for a quickening in the romance department, your lover or spouse will make you feel quite cherished, which is important to You. In finance, you will need to watch your spending - so much socializing can make you go off track with your savings. If you play your cards right, you will make wonderful strides in your career. If you want that well-deserved raise, you will need to begin to sing your own praises and be watchful of co-workers. Friends and family will offer you advice, left and right - it's as though they all feel they know what is right for you. Healthwise you should do nicely, but beware of possible allergic responses to foods. Stick with your tried and true healthcare givers - not a good year to switch to someone new. Keep an open mind - a complete change of scenery would do you good when vacationing - let others take the lead in this regard. You will be encouraged to get out to social events, parties, picnics, sports events - resist your natural tendency to hole away at home, and get out there! You will need more time to yourself than usual this year, just to recoup from the frenetic Horse energy. If your partner is willing to give you the space you need, this year should be smooth sailing. The Snake and the Rooster understand you the best - the rest of the signs could try to boss you around, which you find very hard to take.

TIGER - |1902 |1914 |1926 |1938 |1950 |1962 |1974 |1986 | 1998 | 2010 | The Horse year will be a fabulous Year for the daring adventurous Tiger folk. You will be very popular, with no shortage of admirers - this is a year when just about everything goes the way you want it to. Your long-awaited soulmate is likely to enter the picture, and you can look forward to lasting happiness! Almost everything you touch turns to gold this year, especially during the summer and end of the Horse Year. You may well turn a hobby or other activity into a profitable, money-making venture. You can also win big at games and investments. You could also get a well-deserved raise, bonus or promotion. You radiate a wonderful warmth, charm and friendliness that will attract lots of new friends. Everyone wants to be your ally now. Your health too, will be sound as a bell. Your mood will sparkle, your body will ooze with dynamic energy. A great year to travel, and you may even relocate to a distant country. You will be the life of the party in social events - your social life in general will be busy and steaming with activity and energy. This is a wonderful year to marry. If you are already married, home life will be happy and fullfilling. An excellent year for starting grand new projects!

RABBIT/CAT - |1903 |1915 |1927 |1939 |1951 |1963 |1975 |1987 | 1999 | 2011 | The wild energy of this Year may well offend your delicate sensibilities. You will need to loosen up a bit to steer clearly through the Horse Year. Romance will be up and down, with lots of problems if you're not careful. Still you may well meet your soul mate this year, if you keep an eye out. You will need to stick to your budget, and will be somewhat of a stick in the mud when it comes to social spending. Your friends may well regard you as a bit of a tightwad. At work, you need to be aware that your refined and conservative attitude could well hinder your career progress. You could get passed over because of your passive personality. Your tried and true friends will support you this year, but new friends may well rub you the wrong way. You may find this Year hard on your sensitive nerves - get lots of sleep and stop fighting change. Travel will be stressful for you this year - better to find a cozy hideaway to rest and recoup. Family and marital problems are likely - beware of overreacting or falling into moody slumps.

DRAGON - |1904 |1916 |1928 |1940 |1952 |1964 |1976 |1988 | 2000 | 2012 | The Horse Year is powerful for the mighty Dragon. You are a natural leader with lots of luck, so everyone wants to be in your camp. You may well experience Love at first Sight this year with someone regarded as rather different or unusual. Money should flow quite nicely - and you will use your refined taste and discerning eye to find high quality items for a bargain price. You feel even more ambitious than usual this year, and you stand head and shoulders above the crowd in the career arena. This is the perfect year to start your own business - you are meant to be the boss, wherever you work! You will also win over some old enemies this year. You'll shine in every social situation. You are in the mood to live it up this year, so may overdo the wining and dining and nightowl hours. Keep your health practices going and indulge yourself moderately. Lots of opportunity to travel this year - you may well take that dream vacation you have longed for. Family life will be much better this year - everyone seems to worship the ground you walk upon, and you'll get the red carpet treatment. But there could be competition between you and your spouse. Both may try to outdo the other. Strengthen the bonds of love, and you'll make it through alright. You find the best happiness with a Rat, Monkey or Snake.

SNAKE - |1905 |1917 |1929 |1941 |1953 |1965 |1977 |1989 | 2001 | 2013 | The best thing for you to do in the Year of the Horse is to relax and go with the flow. Don't try to force others to see your point of view - accept that you are unique, and many will not "get" you. Be careful in love this year - you could well attract a stalker. Only be amorous if you truly feel amorous - don't lead anyone on, or you will pay the penalty! Your finances should be stable but do exercise common sense in your spending or lending. You may well not be paid back and be spend too much impulsively. You stand a good chance to climb the career ladder this year, but be careful to keep your attitude aboveboard and honorable. Avoid gossip and office intrigue at all costs. Avoid being nosy and meddlesome - keep a low profile with friends. A romantic involvement with an old friend could be disastrous and ruin the friendship, so beware! Your health should be sound so don't do anything to spoil it. Avoid buses and trains and leave earlier than usual to avoid traffic jams. All of the hustle and bustle of this year will wear on your nerves. You will feel more connected to people this year and will want to reach out to help others. A good year to study psychic development and astrology. Avoid fussing and arguing with family and your spouse. Jealousy too should be avoided. You will be in the mood to entertain alot which is fine but could spur your passionate envy. Keep your cool and hang in there.

HORSE - |1906 |1918 |1930 |1942 |1954 |1966 |1978 |1990 | 2002 | 2014 | This is your Year, one where you will thrive as a member of groups, organizations and clubs. Everyone around you will want to work as a team which pleases you. You will attract many charming, attractive people to You and Lady Luck will smile on you this year. You can make alot of money but then may spend it just as quickly. Put some into savings or investments rather than spend it all. Your chances for success in any line of work is good this year. This will be a year of ups and downs for you. But your drive, energy, competitive spirit, friendliness and helpfulness will outshine everyone else, and everything you touch is sure to turn to gold. Choose work you love and you will do very well. Your friends think the world of you and trust your judgement, asking you for advice and guidance. You also bring them luck. You are also in a position to cultivate some rich and powerful friends. Keep up your fitness regime and avoid overexertion or late nights. Travel is favored this year - take family and friends along too. You will enjoy life to the fullest this year - lots of activity and participation in exciting events and social gatherings. You are very protective of your family and would do anything in the world to ensure their happiness and prosperity. You are happiest with a Goat, Tiger or Dog.

GOAT - |1907 |1919 |1931 |1943 |1955 |1967 |1979 |1991 | 2003 | 2015 | The Goat is the female, yin counterpart of the male, yang Horse. You are at your best in Horse years, and some of your wildest dreams are likely to come true. You will rise in both status and position. There will be highs and lows in love, but fortunately, more highs! You'll have some luck in money, may win some or get a big pay hike. You could also get several bonuses, overtime checks and other benefits. You can look forward to even more financial luck next year. You stand an excellent chance of finding that dream job you've always wanted. Excellent salary and kind helpful coworkers, and close to home. You will make alot of new friends who share your interests. You'll have a ton of fun which will lift your spirits and helps you stay healthy. Avoid overi ndulgence though. Take a great vacation this year with family and friends in tow. You appreciate art and beauty and will meet dozens of people who share your tastes. You'll have good luck with home interests. You might even be able to obtain your dream home. Family life will be good, very few squabbles. You should be with someone from a similar family background, preferably a Horse, Rabbit or Pig.

MONKEY - |1908 |1920 |1932 |1944 |1956 |1968 |1980 |1992 | 2004 | 2016 | This will be a lucky year for you, though people will be more honest and direct with you. They'll ask a lot of pointed questions that may put you off guard. Answer them wisely and from your heart. You may well find true love this year, but the object of your heart may well have several other romantic admirers. Be yourself and as open as you can, to win their heart. Money will be very lucky for you, especially investments and earnings. But don't live beyond your means or you could pilfer it all away. If you are looking for a new job or promotion, luck is with you. Be charming and on your best behavior at all times, at work. Upwardly mobile people welcome you with open arms this year. You will be invited to lots of social events - don't take on more than you actually have time for, though. You may tend to overdo things this year, so pace yourself to preserve your health. This is an excellent year for travel and vacationing. The more you travel, the happier you'll be, expanding your horizons. Be wary of trying to keep up with the Jones though. If married, be open and honest with your partner. Family members who lack a sense of humor may not appreciate you this year - deal with them in a low key sort of way.

ROOSTER - |1909 |1921 |1933 |1945 |1957 |1969 |1981 |1993 | 2005 | 2017 | You are a bit of a showoff which will make you the life of the party this year, but may rub loved ones the wrong way. Try not to fuss over little things to keep relationships harmonious. This will be a lucky year for money for you. Investments and inheritances are favored. There may be some big changes at work but that shouldn't affect you at all. You'll make satisfactory career progress this year. Your oldest and dearest friends will be your best bet this year - new people you meet won't likely understand you or take you seriously. Your thoughts and feelings affect your health, so cut down on fretting and worrying. Be around people who have a positive outlook and pay attention to your diet and fitness habits. Family and domestic concerns will take up a lot of your time, limiting the amount of travel you will do. You will get away for some nice weekend trips though which will boost your spirits. Don't travel in May or September though. You will be popular in social situations but be discerning about which invitations you accept. You will probably prefer home entertaining over group outings. This is a year of change for your family. Stay flexible and go with the flow. It may be difficult to be supportive of your mate this year, but you will learn alot of new things about each other.

DOG - |1910 |1922 |1934 |1946 |1958 |1970 |1982 |1994 | 2006 | 2018 | In the Year of the Horse, everyone looks out for YOU for a change, so you can relax and enjoy yourself a little. If single, you stand a good chance of finding love this year and will meet a lot of interesting, stimulating people. Many will find romance while traveling or vacationing. Your income could increase by leaps and bounds this year, and investments will fare well. You are likely to spend a lot of money on looking good - watch out for those enormous bills! More than likely you love your work, and your boss and coworkers love you. You could be offered a fabulous new career opportunity. You also have what it takes to start your own business which could boom in no time. Your friends share your love of social and community activities. There could be some confrontations though,..they may bring your overinflated ego down a notch and engage in healthy competition with you. Avoid overeating and get enough sleep this year. Join a health club and stick to a fitness regime. You may enjoy extensive travel this year and want to engage in new daring leisure activities. You feel a need to make big changes in your home this year. You should enjoy happiness and harmony with your family. They'll be supportive of your goals and appreciate your special way of helping them with their problems. Marriage will be blissful this year, especially if with a Tiger, Horse or Pig. This could well be the best year ever for Dogs to wed.

PIG - |1911 |1923 |1935 |1947 |1959 |1971 |1983 |1995 | 2007 | 2019 | The year of the Horse is one of steady progress for you. Once people get to know you, they realize you have a very good head on your shoulders and are something of a financial wizard. You shouldn't have any trouble making a decent living this year. Everyone can see that you are smart, loyal and hardworking. You may well turn a craft or hobby into a successful business venture. You are bound to make many new friends and business contacts. You will become more active this year, and will start a good fitness regime. You are apt to travel more too. Finish up those half done house projects this year. Much of your social life is going to revolve around your immediate family and relatives. You may want to hold off on marriage this year till the pace slows down a bit. But also be wary of potential love competition - don't let anyone lure your loved one away from you!

RAT - |1900 |1912 |1924 |1936 |1948 |1960 |1972 |1984 | 1996 | 2008 | You are the opporunist of the Asian zodiac. But Horse years rub you the wrong way with it's unconventional and carefree air. You will have romantic ups and downs this year, especially if you engage in complaining and critism. You will be tempted to spend money like it's going out of style - learn to stick to a reasonable budget. In career, you will be surrounded by fierce competition. Things will go smoother, career wise, next year. Everyone is extra friendly and you will cultivate many new friends. But be careful. People aren't interested in your personal problems or money worries, so keep these to yourself. Cares and worries could wear on your nerves leading to depression. Take special care of your kidneys and lower back. Avoid heavy lifting! Drink plenty of pure spring water and fruit juices. You're not in the mood to stray far from home so stick to day trips and short journies. Plan your travel routes carefully to avoid frustration on the road. Noisy gatherings aren't much to your liking now. You prefer quieter activities. Spruce up your current abode, it's not a good time to move to a new residence. This is not the best year to marry. Your partner may be pressuring you to commit, but wait until early next year to tie the knot.