SNAKE

THE WISE, INFLUENTIAL SNAKE
Symbolic Characteristic: WISDOM
Energy: YIN
Element: FIRE
Month: MAY
Direction: SOUTH/SOUTHEAST
Season: EARLY SUMMER

WOOD SNAKES (1965):
The presence of wood makes Snakes quite laid back and happy to indulge in their leisure and cultural pursuits, rather then focusing on their careers. Wood Snakes' occupations of choice will be ones that are sedate and independent -- writting,, for example. This will enable them to blend their work perfectly with their social and cultural activities.

FIRE SNAKES (1917, 1977):
Fire Snakes are in their natural element, and this serves to accentuate their already impressive lists of traits. Fire Snakes will have far more energy and dynamic presence then other Snakes, and are likely to set many professional goals, which they will achieve with little effort.

EARTH SNAKES (1929, 1989):
Earth balances the Snake's sometimes fragile inner peace, so Earth Snakes are more relaxed and openly communicative than other Snakes. They are calm and gentle people who are genuinely concerned about others. They are not as manipulative or secretive as other Snakes.

METAL SNAKES (1941, 2001):
Metal brings unwavering strength and seriousness to Snakes' characters -- Metal Snakes have a very healthy ego. Metal Snakes are confident in their own abilities and are perfectionists in everything they do. They are also ambitious and capable of working long and hard to achieve their goals.

WATER SNAKES (1953, 2013):
Both water and Snakes are highly intuitive; the combination means that Water Snakes will be revered for their accurate perceptions and feelings. Some Water Snakes are naturally gifted with clairvoyance -- they will at the least make highly valued counselors and advisors to business and political leaders.

RELATIONSHIP CHART FOR SNAKES:

SNAKE With	Rating	Potential For Love, Friendship and Professional Life
Ox	Best	Much happiness could from this pairing. Oxen will provide Snakes with stability and with physical resources for meeting their common goals. Snakes will entice Oxen into lighter moods when necessary.
Rooster	Best	Each will complement and respect the other. Snake will admire Roosters' flamboyant social presence. Rooster will appreciate Snake's wise counsel and social refinement.
Rat	Positive	Each will challenge the other's mental abilities, ensuring that a satisfying relationship evolves where each can learn much from the other.
Tigger	Challenging	A one-sided attraction. Tigers won't be able to resist the aloof and enchanting Snakes. However, the Snake will not be attracted to the tactless Tiger and will soon slither off to other, more elusive characters.
Rabbit	Good But Needs Work	Their common tact and political correctness will keep these two respecting each other. However, the secretive side to both these animals may lead to mutual suspicion if open communication is not maintained.
Dragon	Positive	An extremely attractive match. Dragon will feel respected and socially elevated by Snake's beauty and social graces. Snake will be smart enough to appreciate Dragon's dynamic appeal.
Snake	Good But Needs Work	These two will have much hypnotic attraction to each other, but as Snakes can be secretive and jealous, it is best for their emotional well-being that two Snakes do not stay long together.
Horse	Challenging	A case of opposites attracting at first sight. Snake will be impressed with Horse's free spirit, and Horse will be attracted to Snake's charm. They will soon find little else to appreciate.
Sheep	Good But Needs Work	There will be enough mutual interest in art, music, and theater for these two to be friends. However, Sheep is quite sentimental and sensitive and will soon be put off by Snake's detachment.
Monkey	Positive	There is enough mental dexterity here to ensure success as business partners. Snake will provide the logic, and Monkey the willingness to take calculated risks.
Dog	Challenging	In the long run, this combination will work only with difficulty. Snake tends to be intense and secretive, and the honorable and up-front Dog is likely to see this as deceit.
Pig	Very Bad	Pigs are open and generous with their affection. Snakes are secretive and keep their feelings to themselves. Neither will be able to understand or respect the other.