This year the Chinese New Year begins on February 25, and it’s the year of the Boar, also known as the year of the Pig.  This promises to be a productive year for us, as the boar is associated with fertility and virility.  There are 12 different animals associated with the Chinese zodiac, so every 12 years we cycle through the list.  According to Chinese astrology, people born in the year of the boar are honest, straightforward and patient.  They provide comfort and support when their friends are in need.  They have a wide circle of friends and acquaintances, and just a few close friends with whom they can share their deep feelings.  They love nature and the countryside.  They don’t like to fight, and will avoid an argument at all costs, but they rise to the occasion to defend themselves or those close to them when need be.  Famous people born in this year include: Alfred Hitchcock, Hillary Clinton, Magic Johnson, Missy Elliott, David Letterman, Lucille Ball, and Sasha Baron Cohen.

On DoshaSpace.com we have a feature where you can find your Chinese astrological sign and enter it in your profile.  Sign up to see which animal represents the year you were born in!