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On the Eastern Moon

Friday, September 24, 2010 3:01 AM Posted by N 0 comments

The Rat

In China, the Rat is respected and considered a courageous, enterprising person. It is deemed an honor to be born in the Year of the Rat and it is considered a privilege to be associated with a Rat. Rats know exactly where to find solutions and can take care of themselves and others without problems. They use their instinctive sense of observation to help others in times of need and are among the most fit of all the Animal signs to survive most any situation.

Being born under this sign determines many talents, as well as other characteristics that may not be so commendable. Rats are very lively and need a lot of mental and physical stimulation. They can be calm and perceptive, but sometimes their brains can cause a mental restlessness, tempting them to take on too much, only to discover they are unable to meet their commitments. Rats are blessed with one of the best intellects going. Add to their intelligence, a curiosity and a bright imagination; and they seem as sharp as a needle. Rats are full of good advice but they will never share their troubles with others. They are honest individuals and they enjoy living for the moment. They’re also capable of surviving any situation.

The sign of the Rat is the first sign in the cycle giving Rat people exude great leadership qualities and are good at taking the lead. They don't mind a lot of responsibility and they demonstrate a strong presence that other people respect. For those with the Rat nature, status and monetary satisfaction are the greatest motivation.

They’re very active which helps keep them in shape and able to fight off sickness. They can at times be tense, aggressive, and full of nervous energy, conditions which can lead to stress.

On Career

The Chinese say others should always listen to the advice of the Rat. Because of their intellect and observatory powers, Rat people possess prudence and perception. They can anticipate problems, and are always able to see the big picture. They can hone in on issues at hand and make measurable judgments. These skills, combined with their sense of aspiration also make them clever operators. Status, money, title, and recognition are important to the Rat. They have keen senses of observation that allow them to foresee upcoming business opportunities as well as potential occupational problems. The Rat makes a better boss than an employee and, although motivated, they can be pinned down by routines. Rats work better in flexible situations where they can be freely creative.

On Relationships

Rats are very charming. They enjoy social activities and because they’re out a lot, they’re always meeting new people. They aren’t good at breaking off relationships however, and this presents problems going forward with new relationships. Anyone hoping to partner with a Rat must be able to keep up with the Rat’s active nature. Generally these people enjoy all forms of social interaction, and no party is complete without their lively wit and humor. Rats are beautiful people with magnetic personalities. If the Chinese say there are few poor Rats, there are an even fewer number who are not sexually stimulating- especially as young people. Rat people are romantic, and are always happier to have someone to share with. One of the Rat's greatest assets is their charm. Rats can melt hearts with their smiles. Add that to their coquettish personalities and you can easily see how they conquer the hearts of others.

Wood Rats

Despite having a remarkable facade of self-confidence, deep down, They are quite unsure of themselves. They wouldn't dream of showing their vulnerability to anyone. Only close companions would ever suspect that they have such self-doubt. In fact Wood Rats often fear downfall, despite their ability to find success. Well-liked, proficient, and good leaders at work, Wood Rats seem to function best when they are surrounded by family and friends. Cordial and delicate, they are usually well loved by family, friends and peers. Fortunately for them, feelings of love and respect are mutual.

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On the Western Stars

1:51 AM Posted by N 0 comments

The Capricorn

From early childhood, most Capricorns are self-disciplined, serious, determined, mature and able to persevere in the face of adversity. While other signs are given to flights of fancy and daydreams, Capricorns always have their feet on the ground. One of the most stable signs in the zodiac; Capricorns are capable of exercising enormous discipline when they need to. Capricorns are also great listeners, and because they are enormously patient they can spend hours listening to the stories and lives of others. This special Capricorn trait gives Capricorns great insight into other people's lives, traditions and personal histories. Capricorns tend to be very cultured and knowledgeable about the world and culture as a whole.

Capricorns care a great deal about their personal appearance and how they are perceived. They are usually very neatly dressed, or very stylish - often with a keen sense of fashion and style. Usually impeccably though conservatively dressed, they prefer the finer things in life - as long as they are not flashy or draw too much attention.

Capricorns have "big" personalities. They tend to be generous, honest, interesting and tactful. They are always patient and have an air of wisdom about them. Capricorn personality is one that is firmly grounded in reality and who will consistently be the voice of reason in a chaotic world. He understands why the rules are in place and conforms accordingly.

Rational and Intellectual

Capricorns are very logical and intellectual, which can make them seem detached or even cold because they don’t show their emotions easily for fear of being vulnerable. Inwardly quiet and shy, their feelings take second place to their mind and intellect. But they are actually quite sensitive with those they care about, even when they can be ruthless in business and when going after what they want. Their perfectionist natures can lead to obsessive-compulsive behaviours if they’re not careful. These tendencies, combined with the Capricorn work ethic, make them excellent business partners and providers

Cautious and Wary

Capricorns often suffer from low self-esteem, as they tend to be very hard on themselves. Capricorn may not be the self-confident pillar of strength as they appear to be when their power or authority is compromised, they may make flawed decisions that could cause everything they worked for to go down in flames in a spectacular way.

When they are feeling anxious or low, others rarely know it. Capricorns don’t usually bring their problems to others, but instead suffer in silence. They find it hard to open up to other people and so have difficulty establishing deep relationships, though when they do they tend to be very loyal, reliable and trustworthy friends. Capricorns have good memories, both for those who have helped them and those who have harmed them. Being honourable by nature, most will repay a debt or a good deed with something equivalent or better, and some will repay a bad deed with revenge.

On Career

Capricorns are very ambitious people, and with their innate people-skills, immaculate presentation and natural smarts, they tend to do well in the workplace. Because they are immensely patient and restrained, Capricorns tend to perform especially well in high-stress environments that would be difficult for other signs to handle. Capricorns also do extremely well in management roles, where juggling multiple personality types and exercising extreme patience are required.

Most Capricorns go through more than the usual amount of hardship, but the bulk of this hard karma tends to occur in the first half of life, as if the Capricorns want to get it all over with at once so that they can move on to better times in the second half. In keeping with this trend, Capricorns have a tendency to age in reverse, looking younger than their biological age as they grow older and becoming more youthful and laid back when they reach middle age and beyond.

On Relationships

While Capricorn is very pragmatic in most areas of life -- this is sometimes less true in matters of the heart, where Capricorns can exhibit unusual jealousies. For Capricorn, love is the source of all inspiration. It is also pretty scary territory, because many enchanted Capricorns become nervous and shy. They fear giving their heart away, because they fear losing themselves. "I love you" is not a phrase that flows easily from their lips, but once it is spoken, you can rest assured that it is true. Cherish the sound of this phrase, because you may not hear it every day.

Capricorns make great lovers. In relationships they are very attentive, and very patient at all times. Most Capricorns keep their promises and fulfil their obligations. They believe in commitment, sticking it out for the long haul. These loyal and devoted creatures loathe being dependent, but do expect to be nurtured. Behind closed doors all illusions are stripped, and caution is thrown to the wind, because Capricorns immerse themselves in their lover’s complete satisfaction. Unless you've had the experience, it is hard to envision that proper and respectful Capricorn really knows how to get their freak on!

Famous Capricorns

Elvis Presley, Edgar Allan Poe, President Richard M. Nixon, Martin Luther King, David Bowie, Nicolas Cage, Jim Carrey, Kevin Costner, Mel Gibson, James Earl Jones, Annie Lennox, Howard Stern, Tiger Woods, Denzel Washington, Jude Law, Diane Keaton, Mary J. Blige, Orlando Bloom, Patrick Dempsey..

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