Year of the Tiger                

The Chinese Year of the Tiger begins on 14^th February 2010.

People born in the Year of the Tiger are said to be lucky, vivid, lively and engaging. Tigers are also incredibly brave and fearless to engage in battle. Maybe he’s so brave because he is lucky, but the Chinese say a Tiger in the house is the very best protection against fire or burglary.

Tigers don’t crave power or money, and are honest about how they feel and expect the same of you. However, they seek approval from peers and family. Generally, because of their charming personalities Tigers are well liked. Failing at a given task, criticism from loved ones or being unproductive in his professional life can cause a Tiger to be depressed. Still, like all felines, Tigers always land on their feet, ready for their next act in life, pursuing it with unyielding energy and hunting it infallibly.

Tigers are very competitive - never missing a challenge, especially when honor is at stake, or they are protecting loved ones. Tigers are unpredictable, looking cool, but with the Big Cat's instincts to pounce. Natural leaders with a strong sense of their own dignity, and if they find themselves in the ranks, they can be stubborn and obstinate. Tigers are intelligent, alert, and farsighted. They have their fingers on the pulse. Good strategists and tacticians, but often with hidden agenda. As long as they do not risk their luck too often and control their restless nature, their tactics usually pay off in life.

Western counterpart: Aquarius

Tiger Years -  If you were born in any of these years, then you are a Tiger: 02/08/1902 to 01/28/1903,  01/26/1914 to 02/13/1915, 02/13/1926 to 02/01/1927, 01/31/1938 to 02/18/1939, 02/17/1950 to 02/05/1950, 02/05/1962 to 01/24/1963, 01/23/1974  to 02/10/1975,   02/09/1986 to 01/28/1987, 01/28/1998 to 02/15/1999, 02/14/2010 to 02/02/2011

Famous Tiger People:  Agatha Christie, Crystal Gayle, Cybill Shepherd, Demi Moore, Diana Rigg, Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, Hilary Swank, Jodie Foster, Marilyn Monroe, Mary Queen of Scots, Norma Shearer, Penelope Cruz, Queen Elizabeth II, Rosie O'Donnell, and Tom Cruise.