Monkey

Intelligence, Cleverness and Fun

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The Monkey is the sharpest, most playful and most unpredictable sign of the Chinese zodiac. People born in the Year of the Monkey are masters of improvisation, problem-solving and... manipulation. Their mind works at lightning speed, always finding a way out of any situation. They are the life and soul of the party and love fun, competition and being the centre of attention. Life with a Monkey is a constant adventure, full of laughter but also of unexpected twists.

The Monkey hates boredom. Routine kills it. To be happy it needs constant challenges, new projects and intellectual stimulation. When these are lacking, it becomes spiteful and capricious.

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Personality Traits

Monkeys are extremely intelligent and have the gift of persuasion. They could sell ice to Eskimos and make everyone happy about it. They are excellent observers who quickly pick up on the weaknesses of others and know how to use them (often for fun, more rarely out of malice).

Despite their charm, they can be selfish and focused on their own advantage. They often change their minds and plans, which can irritate more stable signs. They do not like taking responsibility for mistakes and will always find someone to blame - doing it with such grace that it is hard to be angry with them. They are, however, loyal to a small circle of friends who accept their crazy nature.

Love and Relationships

In love the Monkey is like a butterfly - it flits from flower to flower, looking for the sweetest nectar. Flirting is its element. It loves the first phase of falling in love, the thrill and the conquest.

It gets bored quickly, so its relationships are often short and intense. To keep a Monkey for longer, a partner must be an intellectual challenge for it and constantly surprise it. The Monkey is not a homebody. It needs freedom and space. In the bedroom it is inventive, passionate and open to experiment. It is unfaithful more often than other signs, usually out of curiosity rather than a lack of feeling.

Career and Finances

The Monkey is a born entrepreneur and strategist. It does excellently in business thanks to its cleverness and adaptability. It is not afraid of risk and treats failures as valuable lessons.

It does very well in professions that require quick thinking, communication and creativity: as a journalist, salesperson, lawyer, actor or stockbroker. Money comes to it easily, but it gets rid of it just as easily, often investing in crazy ideas or gambling. It does not like hard physical work - it prefers to work smart rather than hard.

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The Monkey and the Elements

Water Monkey Mysterious and secretive. It acts discreetly but effectively. It is more sensitive than other Monkeys, but also bears more grudges. It manipulates those around it perfectly, without revealing its intentions.

Wood Monkey The most creative and friendly. It has the soul of an artist and inventor. It is curious and always looking for new solutions. People are drawn to it because of its warmth and sense of humour.

Fire Monkey A leader and a conqueror. Full of energy, ambitious and ruthless in pursuing its goals. In love it is passionate and possessive. It has a strong need to dominate and to be the best at everything.

Earth Monkey Stable and sensible. Unlike other Monkeys, it can focus on one goal. It is a good negotiator and looks after its financial interests with great care.

Metal Monkey A risk-taker and a warrior. It loves gambling and adrenaline. It is independent, stubborn and very self-confident. It often achieves financial success, but lives on the edge.

Compatibility with Other Signs

Monkey + Rat An ideal couple. Both are clever and intelligent. They understand each other instantly and together can conquer the world.

Monkey + Ox No understanding. The Ox is too serious and slow for the Monkey. The Monkey will laugh at it, and the Ox will despise the Monkey.

Monkey + Tiger A constant battle. Two strong egos. The Tiger wants to rule by force, the Monkey by cunning. Mutual fascination, but also hatred.

Monkey + Rabbit Worlds apart. The Rabbit values peace, the Monkey chaos. The Rabbit will feel insecure with the unpredictable Monkey.

Monkey + Dragon A dream relationship. Two powerful minds. They support and inspire each other and together achieve great success.

Monkey + Snake A game of appearances. Both are cunning and mistrustful. Instead of love there will be a constant game of cat and mouse. Risky.

Monkey + Horse A good alliance. After initial rivalry they can form a well-matched duo based on freedom and fun.

Monkey + Goat A good complement. The Monkey will take the helm and keep the Goat entertained, and the Goat will give the Monkey the admiration it craves.

Monkey + Monkey Too much chaos. They will compete with each other in everything. It may be fun, but exhausting in the long run.

Monkey + Rooster Shared interests. They can get on at a professional level, but in love the Rooster will be too critical for the easy-going Monkey.

Monkey + Dog A difficult relationship. The Dog is an idealist, the Monkey an opportunist. The Dog may be disappointed by the Monkey's morals.

Monkey + Pig Shared fun. Both like to enjoy life. The Pig is naive, so the Monkey can steer it, but it is usually a friendly relationship.

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