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Overall Forecast

In the year 2009, Ox people should take special care where health and relationships are concerned. As the previous year saw the Combine Grand Duke Star for the Ox, those who had enjoyed any joyous celebrations during the past year will enjoy the benefits this year. For those who didn't, it's best to be prepared for the changes that will be brought upon by the Grand Duke Star. It is wise for the Ox to think before acting; spontaneity and impulsiveness will not work well for important decisions.

The good news: you're supported by three auspicious stars that will help you in your career. These are the Elegant Seal Star, the Sui Jia Star, and the Tang Fu Star. The first of these auspicious stars, the Elegant Seal, indicates your strong ability and capability to perform at work, which will naturally reap its own rewards. It also signifies the ability to know your own path and adhere to it. The Sui Jia Star, meanwhile, points towards recognition in the workplace by your colleagues and superiors. Tang Fu represents power and leadership skills. This signifies the ability to take control of a situation and apply quick judgment, so it is particularly good for occupations that require both authority and strong leadership, such as for those working as firefighters, the police force, or as law-enforcers.

In relationships, the Ox needs to tread carefully and mind its tongue. You have to be especially careful of saying the wrong thing and offending those close to you, or even those in power. Therefore, reign in that quick tongue, Ox, and you could be spared a lot of grievances headed in your direction.

There are several inauspicious stars for which the Ox needs to be on the lookout. These include the Sword Edge Star, the Hidden Corpse Star, the Grand Duke Star, and the Yellow Flag Star. In general, this year does not bode well for the Ox in terms of health, so special care and consideration should be taken where physical matters are concerned. There is also a potential for accidents, which could be either driving-related or mishaps caused by metal-based objects. It is advisable to stay alert and be especially vigilant.

In general, this is not a good year for people relations. You may find that people gossip about you and can make your surroundings hostile. Try to make plans for celebrations. These can include marriage, having a baby or buying property. If you are not making any plans to do so, you need to be watchful of your health and that of your family's.

Career

This is a good year for career luck and progress, even though the Ox has entered the year of the General Grand Duke Star. This is because you have three auspicious stars on your side: The Sui Jia Star allows you to reap the benefits of your hard work, as your superiors take note of your contributions and recognize your abilities; the Tang Fu Star is good for work in the creative industries, and it also bodes well for those who are firefighters, law enforcers, and police force. There are high chances for promotion for people in those fields.

Wealth

The Elegant Seal Star heralds profits for the creative Ox, and those in the arts and design industries. The Elegant Seal Star denotes intelligence, clear-mindedness and focus, as well as the ability to be inspired and generate a lot of new ideas. People who own their own businesses should try to aim for modest expectations and not have overly high hopes. There are no Direct Wealth Stars to positively influence you in any way, so you should try to look further and think broader in order to achieve success. The indirect influence of the Sui Jia Star indicates that the Ox might be tempted to spend a lot of money on material things - such as cars and expensive toys, so it will be best to curb those impulses. The inauspicious Grand Duke Star and Sword Edge Star may also lead to slightly negative influence in the form of mishaps and accidents by metal objects. In general, where wealth is concerned, Indirect Wealth is not good. You should avoid taking short cuts and refrain from making short-term investments.

Relationship

You are looking at a slightly bumpy road ahead where relationships are concerned. It may prove to be difficult to find the ideal romantic partner. Even if the Ox does find a partner, you won't be satisfied with your compatibility with this person and will find it hard to make the next move to take the relationship to the next level. For those who are already in relationships, this year might be quite trying in terms of communication. For the Ox who is already one-half of a couple that is thinking of marriage. It is advisable to be vigilant for any major arguments that might crop up over the year that might delay or put a serious dent to the marriage plans. Those who don't have plans for marriage need to be careful that the relationship doesn't endure a break-up. The Ox needs to be careful where relations with friends and family are concerned. You may think that your ideas and thoughts are always better than others, and you must take care that this does not rub others the wrong way. Also, pay attention to this aspect in your dealings with colleagues. The inauspicious Hidden Corpse Star will influence your relationship with your family. You must curb your impulse to make decisions without considering the needs of others, as otherwise this will cause dissatisfaction among your family members.

Health

Your Health Luck is not too favorable this year, but do not be unduly worried. This will mainly manifest itself in minor flu and colds, and headaches, fevers, and coughs, and there is no risk of major or serious illnesses. In other words, take good care of yourself and get plenty of rest and good food. The inauspicious Sword Edge Star and Hidden Corpse Star may pose dangers when you are driving, so be specially alert, and also be on the lookout for injuries that could be caused by metal or metal-based objects. One way to improve your Health Luck would be to donate blood, but this should be done only after February 4th. The Yellow Flag Star indicates that special care should be paid to the health of the elderly, as there may be quite a bit of expense involved with medical treatments. Therefore, the Ox should consider using the money in a wise way by investing in reliable medical insurance and taking their elderly family members for regular health checkups.

Ox born in Different Years

1913 (Water)

You may have to face some minor health problems this year, but do not worry excessively as you are still in very good shape! Mainly, you will have problems with your digestive system and need to be careful of what you eat. You might have bouts of unhappiness or loneliness, so try to improve communications with your grandchildren to enjoy a better relationship with them.

1925 (Wood)

Your Wealth Luck in terms of investments is relatively good. You will receive lots of tips from others this year. Avoid putting all your eggs into one basket. Enjoy a comfortable, relaxed year and aim to spend time with friends. Be careful of potential skin problems.

1937 (Fire)

You need to watch out for short temper this year, and learn to be more relaxed. You may offend your friends with the manner in which you say things. Avoid making any hasty or rushed investments.

1949 (Earth)

You may face some emotional instability this year, and it might adversely affect the quality of your sleep. Therefore, try to relax your mind and refrain from excessive worrying. Be particularly careful when making decisions this year.

1961 (Metal)

Your Nobleman Luck is good this year. You will have a happy year and enjoy good relationships with the people who matter to you, as well as enjoy a smooth path in your career. The only glitch may come in the form of health problems - you should take special care if you're prone to heart disease or blood pressure issues. Go for regular medical check-ups and take note of any physical changes in your body.

1973 (Water)

Generally, this is a stable year for you. You will enjoy new beginnings and have a strong chance of being promoted at work. Certain changes in your work situation may lead to some pressure, but you'll overcome it if you continue to work hard. Avoid participating in any aggressive sports as you are prone to foot injuries this year.

1985 (Wood)

This year is full of changes for you. You will get a job that stimulates your interest, and you will be able to do very well. As your Learning Luck is particularly strong, you will be able to study or take up a new skill that is related to work. Romantically, there are chances for you to meet someone new, but certain changes could influence your relationship. So it's best not to get overly-involved.

1997 (Fire)

You will enjoy good Learning Luck this year, but curb idle tenderness or it will pose a problem for your concentration. You should take not of your respiratory system and be extra vigilant; ensure that you enjoy good air circulation in the rooms you are in.