Chinese Astrology

The year, month, day, hour, even minute, second, etc. of birth each have an animal and element correspondence. Knowing these correspondences can help individuals know their strengths and weaknesses in order to ward off disease. To find your personal chart you can consult a Chinese Astrology book or simply go to the Chinese Fortune Calendar

Personality: Controlled, mentally sharp, and observant. They are good at taking advantage of opportunities.
Health: The Rat is associated with the Gallbladder Meridian system. To maintain health the nervous energy and pent up aggression that is natural to Rats needs to be released in physical activity. Calming activities such as Tai Chi and yoga are highly beneficial.
Major Issues: "Betrayal". Tendency towards rages.

Personality: Strong and dutiful. Hardworking, determined, and at times, obstinate.
Health: The Ox is associated with the Liver Meridian system. Enjoy good health and longevity. Care should be taken with bones and joints, especially the knees. Need to push themselves to exercise when not a part of their job.
Major Issue: Problems with feeling stifled, yoked into a life as a beast of burden. Feeling anger at not being allowed to grow.

Personality: Dominant and independent. Can't tolerate routine or being restricted.
Health: The Tiger is associated with the Lung Meridian system. Due to the drive for adventure main health issues are related to accidents and injuries. Also tend towards burn-out.
Major Issue: Needs to be recognized and stand out. Problems with depression.

Personality: Very diplomatic and sensitive. Fun-loving, Eye for beauty. Dislikes ugliness and rudeness.
Health: The Rabbit is associated with the Large Intestine Meridian system. Delicate constitution. Tend towards allergies and Stomach problems. Health really suffers under extended periods of stress or disharmonious, unloving home situations.
Major Issue: Self-esteem and concerns with feeling defective.

Personality: Proud. Likes to be center of attention, impulsive. Charismatic. Dislikes routine and not feeling important.
Health: The Dragon is associated with the Stomach Meridian system. Need to focus on claming stress. Fiery emotions are the major trigger for health problems like depression, hypertension, and tension headaches.
Major Issue: Addictions, compulsions, and obsessions. Finding contentment and reigning in excessive appetites.

Personality: Passionate, wise, and secretive. Enjoy being social but also enjoy their rest and time alone. Don't like to be rushed.
Health: The Snake is associated with the Spleen Meridian system. Need to allow time to rest and recuperate more than any other sign. Definitely do not handle chaotic, high pressure lifestyles.
Major Issue: Tendency to "perceive rejection when it isn't even there". Perfectionists and self-critical.

Personality: Have a lot of energy and wanderlust. Enjoy adventure and hate to be tied down. Tend to marry later on in life.
Health: The Horse is associated with the Heart Meridian system. Need outdoor activity. Guard against using alcohol and nicotine as coping mechanisms.
Major Issue: Love

Personality: Tend to be timid, artistic, and sensitive. Appreciate security.
Health: The Sheep is associated with the Small Intestine Meridian system. Though sensitive to physical discomfort enjoy good health. Need to feel loved and supported to be healthy. Tend to stay calm and not stress.
Major Issue: Victimization

Personality: Crafty, adaptable, and at times deceptive. Have many interests and dislike routine.
Health: The Monkey is associated with the Urinary Bladder Meridian system. Enjoy good health. Tendency towards heart/circulatory disorders as they age.
Major Issue: Being Controlled vs. Taking Control

Personality: Gregarious, honest, and generous. Tend to be trusting and love their food. The kindest of signs, though potentially dangerous when provoked.
Health: The Boar is associated with the Triple Warmer (San Jiao) Meridian system. Tendency to have problems with Stomach and intestines, often due to over-indulgence and sedentary lifestyle. Often put on weight. Don't do well living alone or with a chaotic lifestyle.
Major Issue: Self-destructiveness