Monkey

The Monkey is one of the most popular symbols in Chinese tradition. According to legend, it is entrusted with endless resources that could be used and channelled for good as well as evil...

Imagination and agility are the dominant qualities for people born in the year of the Monkey. It is said that, armed with these virtues, there is no problem that they are unable to solve; especially if the solution involves interaction with other people. The Monkey’s natives have outstanding social skills which make them excellent diplomats. They are also good at improvising which provide them the means to get out of complicated situations without any trouble. Additionally, because of their inherent imagination and dexterity, they all share an unreserved aspect of kindness as part of their character.

Their versatility rapidly elevates them to success and effortlessly places them at the centre of attention. Even so, in amongst their vast stock of qualities, is the talent to enchant and persuade others. They know what to say at each and every moment and they know what people want to hear from them. In short, they grow in stature and eminence with ease. But it is here where their bad qualities reveal themselves for all to see. For example, they can become arrogant after such success with their many accomplishments. Also, power can blind them as it is said that they suffer from a superiority complex. Another soft spot is their need, often exaggerated, of being the centre of attention. Often these faults threaten to destroy the popularity that they usually had benefited from. In this case, their capacity to overcome crises and difficult situations unharmed is all encompassing. Having said that, they shouldn’t push their luck...