THE SNAKE PERSONALITY

The Snake is the astrological companion to the Dragon; the Yin to the Dragon's Yang. However, while sharing many of the Dragon's exotic qualities, the Snake is more restrained, and more refined; insinuating rather than extrovert. Indeed,in matters of taste and style, the Snake admires subtlety, preferring elegance of line to boldness of colour.

Snake personalities often make their way to the top, but they are by no means pushy, using others toget them there. They ensure that they are in the right place at the right time, which means when the right people are there as well.

Snake-types are also adept at giving the impression that they know far more about a subject than they intend to divulge; and while a strict sense of propriety prevents them from telling lies, they are not adverse to double-dealing when it suits them. Fond of scandal, they are not above creating it,vicariously enjoying the frissons of others' disreputable behaviour.

The Snake's ability to gather up information suggests an aptitude for research, detection or academia,all areas which should satisfy the Snake's analytical brain. Social ordomestic activities, meanwhile, will generally need to be tailored to allow for powerful sensuality.

SUMMARY

The Snake is very adept at giving the impression of being profoundly knowledgeable, simply by keeping mysteriously silent. They can advance in society just by instinctively know where to be and when. Deep down the Snake individual is a sensual creature, often feeling caught between what is desireable and what is ethical. They are also fond of gossip, and not above a touch of scandal-mongering when bored!

DEEPER ASPECTS OF THE WOOD SNAKE PERSONALITY

Mysterious and enigmatic, loving intrigue and anything intricate. Can be merciless in romance - a heart-breaker.

HOW THE HOUR OF BIRTH AFFECTS YOU

Fame and fortune on the stage or in the public eye. But health could be adversely affected.

HOW THE ELEMENTS AFFECT YOUR PERSONALITY

Communication
Stability
Creativity
Valour
Stimulation
Secretive, shy, reserved, cautious
Flexible, rash
Creative, artistic, literary, caring
Astute, competitive, sporting
Unrestrained, extravagant, vivacious

Chart
(How to read the chart.)

CONCEPTION - BABYHOOD

A weak rating - no major effect on this period.

INFANCY - CHILDHOOD - EARLY ADOLESCENCE

The OFFICIAL indicates a natural talent with business and finance.
METAL indicates an accident or surgery.

ADOLESCENCE - KUAN TAI - EARLY ADULTHOOD

A weak rating - no major effect on this period

LATE ADULTHOOD - MATURITY - RETIREMENT

The time when life takes on a new direction, reveals ideas must be put into practise.
Unfortunately, a period of illness is revealed.

DECLINE - FINAL YEARS - BURIAL

FATE at this point indicates a wasted talent, probably intellectual.