THE CLEVER RAT

The Rat's charm and innovative nature are legendary. Always curious, you thrive on activity and are often up to something. Thrifty, fun-loving and sociable, you cherish family and a few select friends. Your good taste, clever mind and wit make you an appealing pal, yet you are very much an individualist. You promote your own agenda without remorse and are naturally distrustful and secretive, though you never let on to being so. You may need to work on keeping your greedy side and sharp tongue in check, as well as following through with projects that you've begun.

IN LOVE...

Passion dominates your romantic life, and you are often lured into rather tumultuous affairs. Though you have a tendency to be sensitive and sappy, your active imagination keeps any relationship fresh. Ever seeking communication and support from your partner, you easily fill the roles of both lover and friend. Your love of mystery makes you an excellent, playful companion.

IN HEALTH...

Being the first sign in the Chinese zodiac, you prefer being the best at everything-including health and fitness. It's no wonder then that you're typically in top form and rarely sick, for that would deter you from all your athletic activities. The Rat has incredible endurance and is full of energy, although it's often nervous energy. Rats are typically tense and prone to stress and the harboring of aggression. You would benefit from practicing yoga.

AT WORK...

You are ambitious and hard-working, and you thrive when toiling independently. You work well under pressure and enjoy solving puzzles. With your resourceful nature and ever-strategizing mind, you'd make an excellent advisor or politician.

AT HOME...

You are a good homemaker and always willing to do household chores. Every object has its place in your abode, which is typically sparkling clean and likely to be painted light blue. A lover of frugality, you recycle everything you can, not just glass and cans. Because the Rat is a sign of acquisition, you house is likely to be bursting with various knick-knacks that you've collected over the years. You probably have little interest in making sure your furnishings are in style, but only care that your home is a refuge of warmth and comfort. Most Rats are cheerful, domesticated individuals who find happiness at home with their family.