If in Western astrology the year is divided into 12 sectors of the zodiacal circle, in the eastern cyclically repeated 12 years, and every year is under the protection of an animal (a kind of totem).Starts cycle cautious Rat (or Mouse), followed by the thrust hunky Bull (in different religions and countries - Cow, Buffalo), and then the terrible tiger, followed by a gentle Rabbit (aka Hare, in other words - cat).In its turn continues to dance this year, a fire-breathing dragon, seasoned life Snakes wayward horses, silly Goat (or Sheep).Then comes the year scoffer Monkey, Rooster teaser, loyal dogs, and finally closes the twelve-year cycle of gluttons Cabana or pigs.
Legends
Year listed here in order.It entrenched as it is this sequence because of an ancient legend about the Buddha, who summoned all the animals of the earth.And the most obedient and agile animals allowed to administer the award in human destiny.And, moreover, even endow those babies that were born in the year of their inherent traits of his own - both positive and negative.However, the mentality of the East and West, as well as cultural and philosophical traditions are not the same.Because those animals that in Europe, for example, cause a negative reaction in China are revered as sacred.
Under the sign of rodent
What is the year of the Rat?His response should start with a review of relations with this rodent in the East.In this region, mice and rats represent qualities such as intuition, common sense, the ability to follow the natural instincts in danger.Does not that useful traits?They believe that they are fully vested born in the Year of the Rat.Characteristics of these people includes special natural instinct, the resistance of hostile circumstances and pressures, the ability to get out of the seemingly awkward and hopeless situations.These rodents are active, aggressive when it comes to self-defense, but the first attack is rare.Their characteristic common sense and caution - these are important and necessary character traits that give people born in the Year of the Rat, the ability to adapt to any circumstances.What else can award year of the Rat?Characteristic animal promises much!First, a certain charm, outstanding looks, attractive features.Second, the combination of charm, elegance and strength of character.For such people are, they believe, they fall in love.Third, economical and thrifty, allowing even during prolonged lack of money to stay afloat.Finally, a highly expressed practicality, thanks to who can benefit from a trifle, almost all born in the Year of the Rat.Characteristics of the animal, however, also includes the pettiness outright greed, and even the desire to make money on their own friends and relatives.
gender
addition to the general characteristics common to all people, regardless of gender, astrologers say "mice (rats) were male" and "mice (rats) are women."For example, the first easily bought on the outside brightness, originality, tinsel.Crook, swindler, adventurer of all sizes to easily lured into their network of boys born in the Year of the Rat.Feature (a man reading this, shakes on a mustache!) Is not very encouraging!However, at the last moment from the fatal mistakes it saves them the very practicality and foresight, which has already been discussed above.Anyone who deals with muzhchinoy- "Mouse (Rat)" to draw attention to the fact that they are in danger of showing courage, self-sacrifice and humanism in all sincerity.Intrinsically it is the quality and the girls, which was released in the Year of the Rat.Feature (women read carefully!) Includes both self-denial for the sake of the family, a genuine concern for loved ones, and undisguised selfishness.Cope with the "mouse" -tihonyami be difficult, without the need of better once again not to touch.And if you decided to tame - proceed cautiously but confidently.
In general, the "Mouse Rat" - there is a positive, cute and cuddly.Keep this in mind and do not hurt them!
