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Ox in the Year of the Rat
Lunar Calendar |
Solar Calendar |
Lunar Calendar |
Solar Calendar |
1913 |
Feb 6 1913- Jan 25 1914 |
1961 |
Feb 15 1961- Feb 4 1962 |
The luck for those born in the year of the Ox is not bad this year because lucky stars shine on this zodiac sign. The Ox will encounter someone who will augment their luck. Who is that someone? Well, it's "Tai Sui", the Deity of the Year. Though this is a seemingly prosperous year where plans can be achieved, the Ox will tend to be lazy, indecisive, lack confidence and unmotivated to set goals this year. If in a year where luck is good and things can go well, but the Ox is unmotivated, this opportunity will be wasted for no good reason. On the other hand, if the Ox is able to improve self worth, be motivated, determined and competitive, praise and reward from superiors are attainable.
The employed Rat may have an opportunity this year to be promoted or receive a raise. The business owner Rat may be able to raise their business to another level and this is especially true of those in careers concerning beauty, including design, fashion, and beauty/esthetics. For Rat in leadership positions, for example management, operations, and military, can more easily express their leadership skills leading to beneficial results.
Fortune is good this year for the Ox and even if there may seem to be some obstacles or difficulties in the beginning, be persistent. Focus on achieving your goals and before anything is final or successful, keep everything low-key in your actions and dealings. Once the difficulties are over, the Ox should be able to achieve his/her financial goals. At the beginning, do not be impulsive or greedy and do things legitimately; else wise, the greed may make the Ox poor. The key this year is to collect when the benefits come. Bear in mind that money will not come easy this year and there may be difficulties in the beginning and fortune will come little by little, but remember that small waters flow for long lengths and can accumulate into lakes. If the Ox is insistent on only making the big quick money and overlook the small money, then opportunities will be lost. Additionally if the Ox is too arrogant, thinking that they are the big shots, only looking for the big bucks, real opportunities for money will become distant.
The Ox has investment luck this year. If there is extra money, the Ox may consider investing in stocks and bonds. However, invest within your capability. Do not borrow money or overdraft to invest, as it may lead to financial loss. Fortune does not come to those who are impulsive. Even though money is earned, one must learn to manage it properly and wisely. Remember to always save for a rainy day and this is especially relevant to the Ox, as towards year-end, there may be family situations which may call for emergency funds and to not have savings would leave the Ox in an undesirable situation. The Ox should also be careful of losing money over the opposite sex.
There will be change in this year for the Ox. There may be opportunities to change jobs or start a new business. The Ox needs to have a fresh attitude to deal with the challenges of a new job or business. After adaptation, hard work and perseverance, the Ox can have rewarding results. At the beginning it may be more difficult with a lot of running around, especially carrying new ideas and starting in a new market. If there is opportunity to start in a fresh market, it is far more ideal for the Ox to re-locate rather than to stay local in order to achieve greater success. However, in those far away places, the Ox needs to be aware that fooling around with the locals and succumbing to the temptations of the opposite sex may lead to financial loss.
The Ox who is employed needs to be careful not to appear too cocky, overly smart and confident, seeking to be one better than your boss or superior. The Ox who is a boss should not procrastinate and do thing when they need to be done, rather than leaving things until the last minute to catch up; in doing so, even if able to catch up, may yield less than desirable results. The Ox may feel that the employees he/she oversees or those in the same job position are not working to standards or satisfaction and having lesser competence. In this situation, the Ox should be patient and rather, teach or advise these people to work to a satisfactory level; in doing so, the Ox can gain support from these colleagues which can have great benefits to the Ox's career. In dealing with paperwork and contracts, carelessness may lead to errors and therefore, the Ox needs to be more vigilant in that area this year. Avoid gossiping and keep out of peopleˇ¦s business, bearing in mind that disasters often come from the mouth. Always remember to be more modest and low key, rather than voicing your achievements. Money can come this year, so the Ox can be bold, but at the same time, meticulous. Areas of investment that can be focused on include stocks and bonds, currency, and real estate.
Though educational achievement is good for the Ox this year, neglecting studies due to laziness, pre-occupation with relationships or entertainment, will lead to poor results. Therefore, working hard and concentration is important to achieving good results.
Though career is important and energy consuming, the Ox should not neglect family life. This is a year where there are more family disputes, especially on matters arising from money and property causing discord. Remember that a peaceful family is a harmonious one; a bad family is one whose mouths never stop.
In terms of relationships, the male Ox may have many admirers this year and can easily receive help from female interests. The male Ox may even have the opportunity to meet a successful or wealthy woman. The female Ox may feel elated at the many suitors who show interest, but at the same time be overwhelmed and confused by all the choices of men; she will need to keep focused and decipher the quality from the quantity, or else this popularity may end in disaster. Whether male or female, this is a good year for the single Ox to meet the love of their life or to marry. However, an overabundance of these relationship opportunities is not desirable for the married Ox as these complicated relationships can have a negative effect on career, finances and reputation, as well as destroying family life. ?
Health is good this year for the Ox. Though small illnesses are unavoidable, things to watch for are the respiratory system, as well as injury from metallic objects. Avoid participating in high risk activities and dangerous driving. Do not prolong your stay in crowded areas to avoid infectious illnesses. Be more vigilant of home safety, as there is a risk theft, loss of possession and fire this year; improving relationships with your neighbors will benefit the Ox in this area.?
Zodiac signs to associate with: Rat, Rooster, Snake, and Dragon
Zodiac signs to avoid: Goat, Pig, Rabbit, and Horse
Lucky colours: light brown, red, and purple
Unlucky colours: white and black
Lucky numbers: 2, 5, and 9
Unlucky numbers: 3, 4, 7, and 8
Lucky gemstones: gold rutilated quartz and ruby to improve the luck in meeting people and finances
