HomeTHE YEAR OF THE TIGER – CHINESSE HOROSCOPES FOR 2010
(in the order of the Chinese Zodiac)
Tiger: 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010
2010 will bring luck. Capitalise on this by staying motivated, and planning and timing your actions carefully. You’re lively and brave – just don’t be stubborn! It’s a good period for affairs of the heart. You’ll make an important domestic decision at the beginning of the year which will strengthen your relationship. You can expect to spend more time with your partner and reap many rewards from this. Singles can look forward to a year of opportunity, which may bring an ideal union, as long as you protect your heart from unsuitable alliances in the first quarter. Professionally, this will be a year of ambition and resilience, and as long as you are not too aggressive, your hard work will pay off. Using tact and remaining calm when faced with problems should bring you success, however you’ll need to protect yourself against gossip in the last quarter. Financially, the year will start well, but in the last quarter you must guard against risk and extravagance.
Rabbit: 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999
Your curiosity will lead you to explore spiritual or philosophical questions this year. Combine this tendency with your hard-working nature to give yourself advantages professionally and financially. The year will start with difficulties with colleagues and frustration in the office, but this will be followed by a golden opportunity which you would do well to grab. With perseverance, you’ll be able to improve your working style. Your health will be good overall but beware of overstepping your limits, otherwise you may have difficulty relaxing. Money matters will be balanced if you remain prudent. Unexpected funds may come your way in the second quarter, but you’ll need to be extra vigilant against loss in the third quarter. Remember not to neglect your partner and keep lines of communication open to enjoy a healthy love life. Singles may experience emotional upsets in the third quarter but can look forward to an important encounter at the end of the year.
Dragon: 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000
Patience will play a big role for you in 2010: if you attend to responsibilities at home and in the office, you won’t find it hard to wait for the positive outcome. Couples will live through a difficult period at the beginning of the year. You should ask yourself whether you are being too critical of your partner, and remember that the relationship has potential to become tender once more. Singles will enjoy flirtations in the first half of the year but may find themselves wanting to settle down after that. You’ll derive great satisfaction from work, and if you act rationally and honestly you have every chance of success. You may feel that your career path becomes clouded in the third quarter, but you should have faith that your efforts will be rewarded. You’ll need more willpower than normal to refrain from dietary excesses, but if you can exercise moderation you’ll be in good health. Beware of useless purchases and look out for financial opportunities in the last quarter.
Snake: 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001
To get the most out of the year ahead, stay level-headed and be receptive. It’s time to take stock of what you want out of life and how to go about it. You’ll feel uncharacteristically romantic at the beginning of the year. Be careful not to jeopardise a solid relationship. If you can avoid these distractions, contentment and balance await you and your partner. Singles will enjoy a sociable year and possibly find love at the end of it. Your professional life will become much more dynamic. You’ll want stability but will have to be versatile. You’ll be able to innovate and will want more responsibilities. If you can assert yourself and refrain from unrealistic demands, you will eventually be rewarded. Battle a tendency to be greedy which goes against your usual grace. The financial outlook is favourable if not glittering. The end of the year will be a good time to make investments.
Horse: 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002
This year you’ll feel torn between seeking respect and following your instincts. Have faith in yourself: your sharpness and practicality will see you through. There’ll be real warmth, joy and balance in your relationships. If you can steer a course between routine and the temptation of an affair in the second quarter, you’ll be in great harmony with your partner for the rest of the year. Singles will waver between charming encounters and the potential of relationships which do not offer what you need. Don’t despair because lasting romance or even marriage is on the horizon. You’ll become much more committed to your career. You’ll be busy at work and perhaps be promoted or earn a pay rise. You’ll turn challenges to your advantage and demonstrate a high level of competence. Make sure you eat a balanced diet in the first quarter. You may receive some unexpected income in the second quarter, but the third quarter will not be a good time to make investments or rearrange your finances.
Goat: 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003
You may have some struggles this year, but you can be optimistic because you’ll develop your personal interests and nurture friendships which will be a source of much happiness. The second quarter will be a time for fresh starts and renewed passions in relationships. Those with partners should resist the temptation of a fling in the third quarter. Singles will have several opportunities this year to meet someone special. You should weigh up any decisions in the workplace very carefully, as what seems like a good opportunity may bring you problems. Trust your penchant for peace and don’t get involved in office politics. Take precautions to prevent stress in the third quarter, and wait till the second half of the year to take on new challenges. New job opportunities may arise at the end of the year. Note that overspending can be a real danger for you, and don’t gamble with your assets. However, an opportunity to improve your financial status may present itself at the end of the year.
Monkey: 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004
You’ll be full of energy and charisma for most of the year: making decisions and taking action will bring notably positive changes in several aspects of your life. Romantically, you’ll go through several different phases: you’ll be lucky in love, then restless, then maybe too demanding. Try to be patient and rational, and a relationship will become warm and fulfilling. Single folks can expect positive developments. You may find romance in the workplace, but be wary of hasty commitment if this happens in the third quarter. Business matters will develop steadily. You’ll be more valued and successful if you can match opportunities presented to you with initiative. You’ll be well able to cope with stresses in the third quarter, and shouldn’t become too demanding because you can be assured that your standards are high. Apart from an unstable period in the second quarter, your financial affairs will go smoothly, and you should be able to find funds for a special project.
Rooster: 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005
This will be a year of competition, decisions and benefiting from them. Keep focused and enjoy your full social calendar. You’ll see great improvements in your love life, and will be confident and happy at home. Any loneliness will come to an end, and singles may tie the knot. The first quarter will be a good time to pursue professional training. You’ll be bursting with energy at work and some of you will make rapid progress in your career. You’ll resent taking orders, but compliance will help your position and earn you more autonomy. Show you’re worthy of responsibility, and developments will favour you. You can also expect improvements in your health in the third quarter, especially relating to dynamism and sleeping patterns, nerves or weight. Avoid overworking at the end of the year. You may derive unexpected income through a hobby or a project undertaken with friends. Resist impulsive spending, don’t make speculative investments in the third quarter, and take care to keep your finances monitored and ordered.
Dog: 1910, 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006
This will be a spirited year as you embark on a quest for independence. You are essentially compassionate and attentive, so don’t let yourself act too brashly! Be alert when dealing with important people or making decisions or you may harm your reputation. You’ll have to put effort into your romantic relationship if you want to preserve it: you’ll find the way to do this and can look forward to a year of trust and sensuality. Singles will have a sociable year but should resist being swayed by fantasy in the third quarter. Work is on the up and you’ll meet objectives. Even though you may want to march in and take control, don’t let your lack of respect for authority be a downfall for you. You may encounter some healthy competition, and changes in the third quarter will be to your advantage. The first half of the year will be profitable for you, and the second quarter is an excellent time to make investments.
Pig: 1911, 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007
2010 will bring you luck. You can make the most of it by turning your back on your sentimental ways. After a passionate start to the year, and possibly a grand family celebration, you may have problems with your partner. Be considerate and you’ll resolve the issues without outside advice. You may think you have cause to be jealous: living for the moment will be your best recourse. Singles may have a passionate encounter early in the year, but should concentrate on stabilising themselves in the second quarter. You’ll be very motivated at work and will develop good relationships. Some frustrations in the third quarter can be overcome by channelling your energies into creative self-development. Taking up a sport will help your state of mind. Over-excitement will be a danger in the second quarter. Your financial situation will improve and you may have some unexpected wealth opportunities. It is vital that you curb your spending in the second quarter, and do not take any risks in the third.
Rat: 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008
Although you may suffer from occasional melancholy this year, you shouldn’t complain: you’ll become more confident, more intuitive and more creative. Your love life holds excellent prospects. Singles will definitely find a lover who may have long-term potential, and those in a relationship will revel in the warmth of love. You’ll need to prioritise at work, and not let yourself delay in dealing with difficult tasks. You will strive for and get results, but should be careful to be diplomatic. As the year goes by you’ll become more inventive and this will bring success. However you’ll need to steer clear of impulsive actions at the end of the year, when your ambitions may temporarily be thwarted, perhaps because of issues in your personal life. There’ll be good study opportunities this year. Think carefully before taking out any loans in the first quarter, seek counsel in reorganising your finances in the third quarter, and don’t hesitate to ask for a pay rise at the end of the year.
Ox: 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009
2010 favours unexpected benefits and ending bad habits. You may face some conflicts which you can tackle if you’re not too judgemental. Your love life will be stable, but if you need more from your partner you shouldn’t be afraid to ask. Singles, protect yourselves against deception in the first quarter. After that, live your life to the full without anxiety: if you do meet a special someone you’ll recognise them immediately! Your heart won’t be in your work initially, it will be worth your while to work on your attitude. Use your persevering nature to overcome obstacles. Nurture your ideas about the future and act on them. You may receive an intriguing job offer in the third quarter, and your professional life will ultimately improve. It’s a good year to learn a language. You need to be careful about your health. Financial difficulties will be overcome, but don’t lend money to friends or family and beware of trickery at the end of the year. You’d do well to put some money aside.
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