• a pioneer in spirit, devoted to work and quest for knowledge; selfish and eccentric
• 1909, 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017...

• ambitious yet honest; prone to spend freely
• seldom make lasting friendships (1948, 1960, 1972, 1984)

• eccentric and complex life, very passionate nature and abundant health
• 1904, 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012...

• Cock or Rooster aligns with Raven in the Medicine Wheel

• Rat aligns with Raven in the Medicine Wheel

• self-assured, the Chinese cock is courageous, not like Western chickens
• socially, cocks are charming, amusing and lively
• however cocks can be too cocksure, anxious and proud
  • which can be off-putting to friends and loved ones

• the color White and element Metal
• all are associated with Death/Renewal cycle

• flower, Chrysanthemum; tree, Oak; lucky number is Six
• favorite food is barbecued meats; drink, cider; spice, white pepper
• herb, savory; canimal, wild deer; metal, zinc; musical instrument, oboe

• the cocky Rooster will usually be forthright, brave, enthusiastic, loyal
• hardworking, tenacious, resistant, adventurous, meticulous, prompt, astute
• well-dressed, proficient, down-to-earth, gregarious, communicative
• sensible, generous, charming, ebullient and terminally witty

• nobody cares a whit for his genius or seeks his favor
• the Rooster grows cranky, fussy, vain, self-involved, blindly egotistical
• over-zealous, pretentious, materialistic, grabby, high-handed, cynical
• mercurial, self-absorbed, and quixotic as hell

• 13 Feb 1945-1 Feb 1946; 31 Jan 1957-17 Feb 1958; 17 Feb 1969-5 Feb 1970
• 5 Feb 1981-24 Jan 1982; 23 Jan 1993-9 Feb 1994; 9 Feb 2005-28 Jan 2006
• 28 Jan 2017-15 Feb 2018; 13 Feb 2029-1 Feb 2030

4.10.3.3.1 Rooster (Burns 56-59)

• The tenth animal to arrive at Buddha's celebration
  • Motto is: "I am resilient"
  • 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1971, 1983, 2005, 2017
  • Natural Energy is Yin; Natural Element is Metal
• Rooster's position beside Buddha denotes strength, alertness and honor, usually military honor
  • Flamboyant people attracted to pomp and ceremony in social occasions
  • Appearances mean everythign to them; spend much time on looks
  • Love to be admired more for appearance than intelligence
  • Can be sensitive to and easily influenced by others' flattery, criticism, or ridicule
  • Likely to be critical of others in turn; not necessarily tactful or cautious
  • Gutsy people, demonstrate a lot of bluff and bravado; like to speak minds
  • Many are avid readers - generally keep this secret
    • Want to be admired for presence rather than questioning minds
  • Character Traits
    • Flamboyant, resourceful, courageous, resilient, culrivated
    • Entertaining, critical, proud, knowledgable, ambitious
    • Extravagant, protective, impulsive, provacative, capable
  • Life Challenge
    • To believe truly in themselves; rely less on others' opinions
  • Rooster Lover
    • As a lover, needs to be boss; must be in control of all their relationships
    • Every love affair will be conducted on their terms
    • Should their partners oblige, Roosters will generously reward them
      • Appearances mean everything; will put a lot of energy into sexual performance
      • May be critical of their partners
      • To win their hearts and soften their exterior armor
        • Frequent use of flattery and lavish praise essential
    • Rooster Family Member
      • Have high expectations of partners, children ~ want them to shine at social gatherings
      • Can be demanding and not easiest to live with
      • Generous to the extreme, will protect family and home to death if need be
      • Rooster child displays same traits, also a keen reader showing scholastic potential
      • Can make a vibrant addition to any fmaily
        • Provided have a special place in their home to relax, collect their wits
      • Family members need to learn not to be offended by Rooster's occasional blasts of hot wind
    • Rooster Friend
      • Love to entertain; will go all out with dress, catering and furnishings
      • Addicted to compliments, put much energy into decorating home in latest style
      • May be obsessed with cleanliness; Like to be held in high esteem
      • Generous with their time and possessions
      • In much-needed quiet time, indulge their private passion of reading
    • Rooster At Work
      • Love ceremony, tradition; attracted to military or police careers
        • Any profession requiring a uniform appears impressive and dramatic
      • Work hard, attend to details; work for accolades a job well done brings
      • Not necessarily receive much pleasure from the work itself
      • Articulate and knowledgable; know how to gain attention; will not go unnoticed
      • Professions providing lost of attention will suit them
    • Ideal Occupations
      • TV show host, military officer, public relations officer
      • Sales person, critic, academic, actor, model, police officer
    • The Five Rooster Types
      • Wood Rooster ~ 1945, 2005
        • Wood provides Roosters with opportunity to gain wisdom throughout lives
        • Less hot tempered, more easy going than average Rooster
        • Prefer spending time in quiet pursuit of knowledge
      • Fire Rooster ~ 1957, 2017
        • Fire adds more heat to Rooster's already pasisonate, daring personalities
        • Bold people in both dress and manner; have presence
        • Not swayed too much by others' opinions; can attain high public positions
        • Earth Rooster ~ 1969
          • Earth ensures These Roosters are more grounded and resourceful than others
          • Not as flamboyant or argumentative
          • More self-controlled; have more ability to manage personal finances
        • Metal Rooster ~ 1921, 1981
          • Double metal makes these Roosters more resolute, uncompromising in manner
          • Perfectionists who set high standards for themselves, others
          • Supercritical of everything and everyone; may be difficult to get along with
        • Water Rooster ~ 1933, 1993
          • Water provides these Roosters with more personal adaptability, empathy
          • Enjoy social activities; attractive to a wider audience
          • Less self-obsessed than other Roosters; a pleasure to have around

• Wheels
• Eastern Wheels
• Navajo-Tibetan Wheel
• A Chinese Wheel
• Chinese Moons

• Feng Shui Wheel
• Introduction to Feng Shui
• Pa Kua Former Heaven Wheel
• Pa Kua Latter Heaven Wheel
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