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Welcome to the wise and introspective Year of the Water Snake, where you'll find rewards in the inner world of spirit, not the outer world of material things. The year's pace will be slow, offering an opportunity to not only recover from the hectic Year of the Dragon, but to prepare for the wild ride of 2014's Year of the Horse. Read on to find out how your Chinese Animal sign will be affected by this transformative Year of the Water Snake.


RAT

Snake is smart, sharp and clever, making this a very favorable year for you on all fronts. If you were successful in 2012, your good fortune will continue. If you weren’t, success is on its way!



OX

You start a new, lucky life cycle in 2013. Finally your hard work is rewarded. This is your year to cultivate a spiritual practice, be it yoga, tai chi or any other form of meditation.


TIGER

You want to act, express and do -- whereas Snake is content to coil up, contemplate and seek answers within. Slow down and don’t lose your temper this year, Tiger. Patience! The Year of the Horse will bring you joy in 2014.


RABBIT

Luck is with you this year, as the Snake brings calm energy after the stress of the Dragon in 2012. The slower pace is reassuring for a gentle and peaceful soul like you.
 


DRAGON

Your good fortune continues from 2012's Dragon year. Be aware of all the opportunities coming your way, and build on your newly set foundation. Year of the Water Snake gives you a lot to look forward to -- again!
 



SNAKE


Snake year is about transformation for you, marking the start of a new 12-year cycle. The meditative focus of a Snake year is even stronger now because this is a Water year, inspiring reflection.

HORSE

Horse is yang, Snake is Yin -- these two signs approach life quite differently. It's best for you to put on the brakes this year, rejuvenate yourself and make plans for 2014 -- a lucky Horse year for you.

SHEEP

This is an excellent year as a new attitude overtakes you, Sheep! Your life is far less stressful, and your kindness is infectious. This Snake year launches a three-year lucky cycle for you.
 



MONKEY

Restless Monkey doesn't always flow with the slow pace of Snake. You two are allies, but you're not quite in sync. If 2012 was successful for you, maintain what you accomplished. If it wasn’t, learn from your mistakes and start over.


ROOSTER

Snake helps make the Rooster's dreams come true this year. Your hard work pays off and your luck blossoms. The year ends in a beautiful transformation. Plan well and anticipate good fortune.
 


DOG

This is an excellent year to recover from any difficulties the Dragon threw your way in 2012. The Water Snake's easy flow offers you stability, and you won't feel as stressed anymore. Let the sunshine in, Dog!

PIG

Snake is your opposite -- don’t expect too much this year. Go slowly and don't make any major changes. It’s okay to dream, but avoid big events like moving, marriage or changing careers.