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The Year of the Snake (10 February 2013–30 January 2014) will have had a moderating effect on the Tiger and not all his plans will have proceeded as quickly or as smoothly as envisaged. However, as the year draws to a close, the Tiger can look forward to an upturn in activity.

At work there could be interesting developments. Some Tigers will have the opportunity to extend their duties, vary their role or take on something new. September and October could be key months. Snake years are ideal for developing skills and any way that the Tiger is able to add to his capabilities could be to his future advantage.

If he is looking to make major purchases or buy something specific, especially around the year’s end, he could benefit from some good fortune, and it would be worth him keeping alert for special offers and when shopping in more unusual outlets.

With his active and outgoing nature, the Tiger will make the most of the family and social occasions the closing months of the year will bring. However, he does need to be aware of the views and sensitivities of other people. Also, he needs to be realistic in his planning. He may like to do a lot, but Snake years are not ones for rush and it is better to appreciate what he can do rather than rue what he cannot. December, however, could be a particularly active month domestically and socially.

Overall, the Snake year will have brought its challenges and some frustrations, but the Tiger will have gained useful experience and will be able to build on this in 2014.

The Year of the Horse begins on 31 January and will be a favourable one for the Tiger. Tigers thrive on activity and, being resourceful and enterprising, are set to make the most of the opportunities this fast-moving year will bring. Those who have been disappointed with recent progress or are unhappy with their present situation will find the Horse year is very much a time for moving forward. With resolve, effort and willingness, many can see their prospects substantially improve.

At work, the Tiger will often have the chance to make more of his expertise and use the skills he has recently built up. As a result, when promotion opportunities become available or staff are required for specific assignments, many Tigers will be excellently placed to benefit. All Tigers can help their situation by being more involved in their place of work, whether working in a team, starting up initiatives or taking chances to network. The effort the Tiger makes now can do much to enhance his reputation and strengthen his prospects.

For Tigers who have felt held back in recent years, are looking for new challenges or are seeking a position, the Horse year can bring interesting possibilities. By keeping alert, making enquiries and being persistent, many will find doors opening for them. February, April, June and September could see positive developments, but whenever the Tiger sees an opening, has an idea that may help his situation or would like to find out more about a particular type of work or industry, he should investigate. It will be his initiative and drive that will lead him to make headway over the year.

Personal interests are favourably aspected and if the Tiger has a project he wants to start or an idea he is keen to explore, he should give himself the time and opportunity to do so. The Tiger’s inventiveness and creative spark will often be whetted during the course of the Horse year, and for Tigers who enjoy following or partaking in sport, there can be exciting times in store.

The Tiger’s progress at work can lead to an increase in income and some could also receive a gift or bonus over the course of the year. However, to benefit from any upturn, the Tiger will need to manage his money well and ideally set sums aside for specific requirements and, if he is able, reduce any borrowings. With good management and control, he can improve his financial situation over the year.

The Tiger enjoys company and whether meeting up with friends, going to parties and other social occasions, taking part in interest groups or enjoying events in his area, he will have plenty of opportunity to go out and enjoy himself during the year.

For the unattached, affairs of the heart are splendidly aspected, with existing romances becoming more meaningful or new acquaintances quickly becoming special. These can be busy, exciting and often passionate times. Almost all months of the year will offer social occasions for the Tiger to enjoy, but May, July, September and December could see the most activity.

The Tiger’s home life is also pleasingly aspected and during the year there could be several good reasons to celebrate. In keeping with his inventive nature, the Tiger will never be short of ideas and yet again his input will lead to a lot happening. However, while the Tiger is enthusiastic, he does need to avoid spreading his energies too widely, and where practical (and potentially disruptive) undertakings are concerned, he should concentrate on one task at a time. The year will be busy enough without adding further pressure.

In general, the Year of the Horse is filled with great possibility, and the Tiger’s drive, ideas and dynamic personality will help to make this an active and fulfilling time. He can also look forward to a certain amount of good fortune. In addition, his relations with others will bring him much happiness and he will greatly benefit from the encouragement and support he receives from those around him. This is a year of considerable opportunity.