 A
year for reflection, planning and searching answers. A good time for
shrewd dealings, political affairs and coups d'etat. People will be more likely
to scheme and ponder over matters before acting on them. An auspicious year for
commerce and industry. Solutions and compromises can be arrived at, but not
without some mutual distrust at first. The Snake likes to resolve his
differences one way or another. If he fails and things cannot be peacefully
settled, then he will declare war.
Looking back into history, we find that the
year of the Snake has never been tranquil. Perhaps this is because it is the
strongest negative force in the cycle and it follows the Dragon year, which is
the strongest positive one. Many disasters which had their beginning in the year
of the Dragon tend to culminate in the year of the Snake. These two signs are
very closely related and the calamities of the Snake years often resulted from
excesses committed during the Dragon's reign.
This will be a
lively time for romance, courtship and scandals of all sorts. A good year to
pursue the arts. Fashion will become more elegant and fluid; music and the
theater will blossom; and people will strive for a more sophisticated life.
Notable contributions will also be made by science and technology.
The venerable wisdom of the Snake will be evident in many facets of our life,
particularly in those requiring decisions. Although everything may look
refreshingly quiet on the surface, the year of the Snake is always
unpredictable. The Snake's cool and collected front hides the deep and
mysterious ways of his nature. It should be noted that once the Snake uncoils to
strike, he moves like lightning and nothing can stop him. Similarly, changes
that occur during the Snake's year can be as sudden and devastating.
Tread lightly and be more cautious this year. Gambling and speculation is
strictly taboo. The consequences will be overwhelming. The Snake is not
merciful.
Whatever else happens, the Snake will give us faith in
our convictions and coerce us to act and to act forcefully during his reign.
This is not a year for fence-sitters.
THE SNAKE PERSONALITY
Philosopher, theologian,
political wizard, wily financier--the Snake person is the deepest thinker and
enigma of the Chinese cycle. He is endowed with an inborn wisdom of his
very own; a mystic in his own right. Graceful and soft-spoken, he loves good
books, food, music, the theater; he will gravitate toward all the finer things
in life. The most beautiful women and powerful men tend to be born under this
sign. So if you are one of the Snake people, you are in good company.
A person of this sign generally relies on his own judgment and does not
communicate well with others. He can be deeply religious or psychic, or on the
other hand, totally hedonistic. Either way, he trusts his own vibrations rather
than outside advice. More often than not -- he will be right!
Like
the Dragon, the Snake is a Karmic sign. His life ends in triumph or tragedy as
his past actions dictate. And although he will deny it, he is very superstitious
behind his sophisticated front. People born under other signs may defer payment
to the next life (if one so chooses to believe), but the Snake seems destined to
pay his dues before he leaves. Perhaps this is also of his own choosing, as a
person born under this sign is unusually intense and will seek to settle scores,
consciously or unconsciously, in everything he does.
A native of
the Snake year is not likely to be bothered by money problems. He is fortunate
to have what he needs. Should funds be low, he is extremely well-equipped to
remedy the situation. However, a Snake person should not gamble; he will come
out poorer in the end. In the event that he does suffer sizable losses, it
probably will not happen a second time; the Snake learns fast. He can recoup
with amazing speed and as a rule is prudent and shrewd in business
A Snake who experiences poverty or extreme deprivation in his youth may never
get over it. He could then be fanatical about accumulating wealth and turn into
a covetous and miserly man.
By nature, the Snake person is a
skeptical being, but unlike the Tiger, he tends to keep his suspicions to
himself. He treasures his privacy and will have many a dark secret locked up
within him.
Elegant in speech, dress and manners, the Snake person
does not like indulging in useless small talk or frivolities. He can be quite
generous with money, but is known to be ruthless when he wants to attain an
important objective. He has no qualms about eliminating anyone who stands in his
way.
Some Snakes may have a slow or lazy way of speaking but this
does not reflect in any way their speed of deduction or action. It's just that
they like to ponder things, to assess and formulate their views properly.
Generally speaking, Snakes tend to be very careful about what they say.
It is never safe to draw a line and predict that this is how far the Snake will
go. His computer-like brain never stops plotting and he can be viciously
unrelenting. Remember, he is one of the most tenacious signs of the Chinese
zodiac.
In his relationships with others, he is possessive, and
very demanding. And yet at the same time, he views his associates with a certain
distrust. He will never forgive anyone who breaks a promise. He is also prone to
being neurotic, even paranoid, where his pet fears and suspicions are concerned.
When the Snake's anger is roused, his hatred can be limitless. His antagonism is
silent and deep-rooted. An icy hostility will express his displeasure instead of
a volley of hot words. The more lethal types will like to crush their enemies
totally. There is no foretelling the Snake's movements. His mind is calculation
itself and he has the staying power to wait until the time is ripe for his
revenge. For those luckless souls who incur his wrath, self-exile to Siberia may
not seem like such a bad prospect.
The Snake lady is the original
femme fatale. Her cool, serene and classic beauty will mesmerize people. She is
confident and collected and although she oftentimes lolls around, giving the
impression of indolence and love of ease, she is far from slothful. Her brain is
never at rest.
Despite being finely tuned and high strung by
nature, Snake people of both sexes are characterized by beautiful complexions.
The Snake-born is usually not ridden with pimples or blemishes even when he or
she does not give particular care to their skin. It seems that tension tends to
affect the Snake's digestive and nervous systems more than his epidermis.
Underneath their flawless good looks, a good many of these natives succumb
easily to stomach ulcers or nervous breakdowns from containing all that stress
internally. Ms. Snake will opt for well-cut clothes, fluid and classical in
design. She loves jewelry and chooses her accessories with care. If she can
afford it, she will buy the real thing: diamonds, pearls, emeralds and rubies of
the best quality. Besides being beautiful baubles, jewels are an excellent form
of investment. No cheap gold plating or imitations for her, please. She is
definitely not a peasant and she would rather go without if she cannot have the
real thing. You won't find her decked out in worthless junk.
Her
standard for a mate will be similarly high. She admires power and the influence
money can bring. When she cannot wield it herself, then the next best thing is
to marry it. At any rate, no matter how rich or powerful her man is, she will be
his biggest asset once they are married. And should he not have made the grade
yet, but has the potential, then the Snake wife will move heaven and earth to
make him successful. She will dress the part, play the perfect hostess, while
shrewdly pointing out every opportunity to him along the way. With such
guidance, dedication and support, there won't be anywhere for him to go but up.
The philosophical Snake woman is never too concerned about the equality of the
sexes. You don't find her agonizing over women's rights. Why should she compete
when she can so easily entice men to do her bidding? (While allowing them to
think it was their idea.) Her legion of male admirers will fall over each other
carrying her suitcases, opening doors, lighting her cigarettes, etc.
So you can't blame her if she seems a bit puzzled by all the fuss made over
equal rights for men and women. She has always had the secret notion that girls
were born superior, although she has never been so stupid as to spill the beans
to those unsuspecting squires that court her so lavishly. Why spoil a perfectly
workable arrangement? She will humor the guys so long as they give in to her
wishes.
Contrary to common belief, Ms. Snake is not always a
raving beauty. If you take her feature by feature, you will find she has some
flaws, too. Her nose may be too large or her eyes set too close. No, with her
it's the total effect that counts. She has her own formula and when she puts it
all together--its magic!
See the girl in the striking black number
with the diamond brooch pinned strategically on her bosom? Nine out of ten
times, she will be a Snake. This lady loves expensive perfume, too, another
subtle but effective ploy that is part of the game. But she knows how to use
such dynamite sparingly. Just a touch of it here and there. Enough to give her
that clinging aura that makes her so alluring and irresistible.
All Snakes have a sense of humor. Of course, they may have different brands.
Some prefer to be dry, others sardonic, scintillating, or even diabolical at
times. Nonetheless, it's there. The best time to observe this is when he or she
is under duress. In a crisis, the Snake can still crack a joke to lighten the
atmosphere. Even when he is weighed down by enormous troubles, the Snake-born
will not lose that twinkle.
Orientals sometimes regard the Snake
as a supernatural creature with a touch of the sinister. This is because he
lives for such a long time and renews himself by shedding his skin for a new one
each time he outgrows it. This particular trait symbolizes his ability to be
reborn and to emerge from conflict with restored vigor.
By now,
you must gather that it will be no mean task dealing with the Snake. What makes
it even more tricky is the fact that under all that serenity he is always on
guard. His outward calm never betrays his true feelings. He knows and plans his
moves well in advance. He has willpower and will maintain his position to the
bitter end. He can be very evasive and elusive when he chooses and just when you
think you have got a grip on him--he wriggles free. Needless to say, he makes
the perfect politician. He can negotiate anything under the sun when he puts his
mind to it.
The Chinese believe that a Snake born in the Spring
and Summer will be among the most deadly of the lot. Winter Snakes are quiet and
docile, as this is the time they hibernate. A Snake born during a hot day will
be happier and more contented than one born during bad weather.
Snake people are passionate lovers; they are also reputed to have roving eyes.
Actually, this is a false reputation which they have acquired because they are
always sensual about anything they undertake. He or she may exhibit the same
fervent ardor in chasing a much-coveted business deal as in winning the
affections of his or her latest heart throb.
Snake people usually
lead dangerous lives full of excitement and intrigue, especially those Snakes
who have an insatiable lust for power and the limelight.
The best
partners for the Snake will be the dependable Ox, the dauntless Rooster or the
illustrious Dragon. He could do well teaming up with the Rat, Rabbit, Sheep and
Dog, too.
But the Snake should steer clear of the defiant Tiger,
who may not appreciate his discerning ways. The impulsive and equally demanding
Horse will make only a mediocre match, while the clever Monkey may challenge the
Snake with his own brand of cunning. Two snakes could co-habitate peacefully.
The Boar and the Snake will not find much in common; the snake is sleek and
sophisticated, the boar too honest and mundane. They have entirely opposite
compositions.
In times of confusion and trouble, the Snake person
is a pillar of strength because he maintains his presence of mind. The Snake can
deal with bad news and misfortune with great aplomb. He has a profound sense of
responsibility and an unsinkable constancy of purpose. It will be this constancy
of purpose coupled with his natural hypnotic charisma that could carry him to
the highest realms of power.
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THE SNAKE CHILD
The Snake child is a
complex personality. Quiet, alert and intelligent, he will have
a serious nature and is inclined to be particular. Being the worrying type, he
will take on a pensive outlook on life. He is studious and hard working in
school and likely to be the teacher's pet. Do not spoil him; the Snake child
will be all too aware of his charms. He can be sulky, vindictive and
temperamental when not given his way.
Although secretive and
brooding by nature, this child will be able to discipline himself. He makes up
his mind easily about what he wants and will be very practical in setting his
goals. You won't find him reaching for something he knows is unattainable.
Persistent, realistic and unrelenting, he will stick to a task until he masters
it.
Besides his natural aptitude for learning and a high I.Q.,
this child has the ability to keep his own counsel. He will not interfere with
others and would prefer others to mind their own business, too. Careful and
attentive, he knows how to keep himself out of trouble. He may not be very
outgoing but he makes long and lasting friendships.
A capable and
meticulous planner, this child excels as a leader, as he will use his powers
wisely and fairly. Other children will look up to him and support him. However,
he could have ulterior motives for some of his actions. He is so intent on being
first that he may not care what he has to do in order to be No. 1.
His many talents and natural abilities will make him vastly sought after but he
will also be the object of jealousy and vicious lies. He must learn to live with
criticism and to bear the risks of being among the elite.
His
reticent character makes him hide his pain; he is likely to hold grudges for a
long time. He is often misunderstood because he refuses or fails to explain
himself properly. His lines of communication with others are sometimes poorly
connected.
Whatever happens, the Snake child will always strike
out for himself. In life, he will know precisely how to use people and
situations to his best advantage. There will be no holding him back; he is
destined for fame and fortune.
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