As Rat is the element that represents the Grand Duke of Jupiter, those born in the year of the Rat are considered to be “offending The Grand Duke”. This influence can cause difficulties from time to time. Nevertheless, as Rat is protected by the “Commanding Star”, you are generally able to overcome these occasional problems.

It is advisable to be flexible in your approach and adopt a calm and humble attitude in your dealings with others in order to achieve progress and success. Arrogance will only cloud your judgement. Listen to the opinions of others and seek their help in order to minimise the possibilities of making a wrong move.

This is not a good year to get involved in speculative activities and you should avoid unnecessary expenditure. You should also nourish good relationships with others with a view to improving career and business luck.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Ox

The Ox has a relationship of affinity with the Rat and, as such, the year can bring much celebration, prosperity and achievements. However, Ox must keep an open mind as obstinacy can lead to opportunities being lost.

It is important to keep a balanced diet in order to avoid health problems. Excessive socialising can cause poor health. Young Oxen must be careful when participating in any water related activities.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Tiger

Tiger will have to exercise lots of patience and also plan carefully in order to enjoy success during the year. It is not a year in which an aggressive attitude or rash actions produce positive results. It is also advisable to avoid fresh undertakings as obstacles encountered during the year may prevent these progressing as you would wish.

At work, make an extra effort to cultivate your relationships with others as this will help improve your dealings with them during difficult months. If you are in a senior management position, you must learn to control your temper.

You can expect your normal income to remain stable but you should avoid over- spending and any form of speculative activity including the making of loans or acting as a guarantor for others. It is necessary to make personal safety a priority when you are away from home and also keep your personal belongings close to you.

Tiger may encounter rough patches in personal relationships especially with loved ones and it is therefore all the more important to exercise patience and care in your dealings with them.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Rabbit

The year’s influence can bring much satisfaction to the life of the Rabbit. Fame and fortune await those who know how to take advantage of the opportunities that come their way.

There is excellent luck for business, career and studies. However, you cannot wait for things to fall into your lap: you have to be bold and do what is necessary to make the most of the opportunities on offer. Do not get carried away by this unaccustomed good fortune. It is important to stay humble in your dealings with others so that good relationships with people who matter to you are maintained which, in turn, will bring opportunities and the chance to improve your business reputation. Beware of scandal caused by tongue wagging arising from jealousy. If problems arise, try to resolve the issues with an open mind.

The year of the Rat may bring romantic encounters and the year will bring many opportunities to those who are seeking a relationship. With a view to enhancing this aspect, display a vase of blue flowers in the north sector of the home or the north corner of the living room. This is also a good year for those who wish to get married. For those who are married, pay extra attention to loved ones at home and avoid being tempted by attractive strangers.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Dragon

This is a mixed year for the Dragon in that wealth luck may fluctuate and there is a high risk of legal difficulties. It is advisable to be a little more conservative in your general approach during the year. One form of this is that you should avoid being a guarantor or getting involved in any high risk financial activities. On the other hand, you ought to be more charitable as giving to the less fortunate during the year can help to reduce misfortune.

Be careful with any new friendships that are made during the year as some of these new friends may have ulterior motives. Young Dragons in particular have to be careful and avoid falling into bad company. You should spend extra time with them and give them the attention and support they need during the year.

Relationships with loved ones may go through some rough moments. In order to avoid disharmony, exercise tolerance and patience.As many of the difficulties could be down to poor communication, you should try to resolve issues as soon as possible in an open and honest way.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Snake

This is generally a happy and prosperous year as many lucky stars amalgamate in the life chart of the Snake. Their influences bring good fortune in terms of business expansion and also career promotion. Nevertheless, there are certain obstacles although these may be overcome with relative ease due to the presence of lucky stars during the year. As a result, Snakes should not over-concern themselves when obstacles arise. One of the side-effects of all these positive indications is that you do too much and suffer from stress and exhaustion that then affect your health.

Your success may cause some jealousy and produce rivalry from people surrounding you so do not be surprised if you hear rumours and gossip directed at you. Cultivate your relationships with others with a positive and caring attitude.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Horse

The Horse is in direct conflict with Tai Sui (the Grand Duke of Jupiter) in the north which means that this may be a hectic year. You may find that your endeavours meet with obstacles and that you have to make a supreme effort in order to overcome this undesirable annual influence. This is a year of conflict which may see movement and changes in your life. Whether these changes will bring about positive results or not depends greatly on whether the element of the Rat is a favourable influence. In order to be able to assess the qualities of this influence, you would need a full reading of your Four Pillars.

In general, it is advisable to do some travelling during the year but avoid travelling directly towards the north. It is important that you avoid becoming involved in any speculative activities or making drastic changes during the year especially if you happen to have been born in 1942. The same advice applies in the case of children born in 2002.

You must be conscious of the risk of water-related accidents and always make personal safety a priority. If you have a hectic schedule, this can cause poor health, lack of vitality, fatigue and stress. As such, you need to take sufficient rest and not over-extend yourself.

In terms of Feng Shui, ensure that the south sector of the home or office is not disturbed by noisy maintenance or renovation work during the year.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Sheep / Goat

Goats are under the influence of the star named Lunar Virtue which is generally favourable in the sense that it makes fortunate events more likely. This is therefore a positive year for the Goat so do take good advantage of the year’s influence and work hard so that you are able to achieve your goals for the year. Another favourable point is that your financial prospects are encouraging.

Goat people have the tendency to be extremely upset when things go wrong, especially so far as their health is concerned. Do not allow yourself to be overly concerned when these unfortunate events occur as all will turn out well in the end. These difficulties are the result of there being two unfortunate stars residing in your life palace in 2008. Celebrate regularly as celebrations can help counter misfortune.

The year of the Rat may give rise to romantic encounters and will bring many opportunities to those seeking a relationship. To enhance this aspect, display a vase of blue flowers in the north sector of the home or the north corner of the living room. This is also a good year for those who wish to get married.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Monkey

As has often been the case in recent years, this is a favourable year for the Monkey. At work, there is recognition for what you have achieved and the efforts you have made. In relationships, you can enjoy good support from your peers and subordinates.

However, success is generally accompanied by envy so do be careful and stay away from office politics and beware of gossip directed at you. Keep a positive and happy attitude in your everyday dealings and all will be well and bright. Exercise tolerance and patience with your loved ones.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Rooster

People born in the Rooster year are entitled to be optimistic and expect positive experiences in the year of the Rat. There are noble influences at work which will guide you through the year. For those who have a clear plan and a firm idea of what they want to achieve, good results can be expected. In business, you will have to apply a ‘hands on’ approach to all dealings and the development of your business. Your decisions must be firm and decisive.

In relationships, avoid monetary disputes and keep a low profile in any office politics. In this way, you ought to avoid gossip and scandal which are so often caused by jealousy. So conduct yourself with care andall will be well.

Young roosters should take advantage of this favorable year and study well. The difficulty is that romance luck is strong and young roosters may be tempted to while away their time of good fortune in the love nest. It is advisable to avoid doing this or getting too involved at this time.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Dog

The gathering of several evil stars in the life chart of the Dog makes this a fairly stressful year during which plans may not go as well as you would like. There is also the possibility of excessive rivalry, difficulties caused by people who wish you ill and insincere friendships. Despite the difficulties, try not to not act emotionally or impulsively but think twice and act with calmness and determination. In business dealings, differentiate well between the people whom you are dealing with. Are they friends or foes? As this is not a good year for wealth in general, it is wise to avoid the uncertainty of investing in new projects or expanding your business during the year. All you can do is be sensible in managing your financial affairs. It is also advisable to exercise tolerance and gentleness when handling personal relationships.

Health wise, and due to the high risk of accidents, Dog should take extra care with personal safety during the year especially when participating in any water-related sports or activities.

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The annual fortunes of 2008 for the Pig

This is a mixed year of both good and bad influences. Firstly, you have to be careful with respect to your diet and make your personal safety a priority. It would pay dividends if you were to nurture your personal relationships as the support of others could be very helpful to you during difficult moments. It is likely that you may have lots of plans and want to dedicate yourself fully to these. Despite the temptations, do not act impulsively as the results will probably not be what you are looking for. You must think carefully before you act.

It is also important to pay attention when signing important documents. Remember to read the small print as the influence of the Rat makes legal problems a distinct possibility. This is not a good year for speculative activities. In terms of your health, the risk is that you will suffer from fatigue so you should take sufficient rest, eat well and not over-extend yourself.

The year of the Rat may give rise to romantic encounters and will bring many opportunities to those seeking a relationship. To enhance this aspect, display a vase of blue flowers in the north sector of the home or the north corner of the living room. This is also a good year for those who wish to get married.

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