SHEEP FACTS: Eight in order, Chinese name -- " YANG, " sign of the arts

CHARACTERISTICS
Smart. Artistic, Kind, Happy, Reserved, Insecure, Dependent

Sheep simply want a bit of peace. They enjoy carrying on with life in their own quiet, individual way, content to be in the middle of it all rather than to be leading it. Sheep are quiet and calm people. They enjoy cultural things and focus much of their energy on artistic hobbies. Sheep are easygoing and relaxed, happy to be going with the flow.

THE SIGN OF THE SHEEP

Sheep are nurturers. They enjoy taking care of other people. Like their animal counterpart, Sheep people are pretty calm individuals. Their personalities are quiet, reserved and soothing. They like to be in the company of others but do not wish to be in the middle of everything. They like standing in the back, watching contently from the sidelines, as others dazzle the company. Sheep will generally do better than they are aware because they are so good at keeping the peace and accomplishing the tasks at hand.

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SHEEP HEALTH
A Sheep's serenity often prohibits him from health problems. Although they seem fragile on the outside, inside Sheep are quite healthy creatures. Happiness keeps the Sheep healthy. However, any sort of trouble or confrontation will send the Sheep's stomach spinning, especially if it is due to a romantic problem. As happiness keeps the Sheep healthy, unhappiness makes him quite sick.

SHEEP AT HOME
Sheep truly enjoy being at home. They spend their time there doing arts and crafts, cooking and knitting. Sheep are most comfortable on their couches in the privacy of their homes, relaxed and tranquil. Their homes are as simple as they like to feel. They are elegant and timeless, and their homes reflect their artistic flair. The Sheep will go to any expense to be comfortable and to enjoy convenience.

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THE SHEEP AT WORK
Sheep people like the comfort of a crowd. They enjoy adding input and opinions but do not wish to take a lead position. Sheep will take a leadership role is asked, but generally prefer to be a part of the group. They do not seek positions of power or status as these things are not important to the Sheep.

MONEY AND THE SHEEP
Sheep generally appear well-off. They love to spend money but do not find comfort or satisfaction in material things. They do have a knack with money though, which is well-suited for a person who spends money like the Sheep does. Sheep are always dressed to a T, looking well-groomed and well-dressed.

SHEEP CAREERS
Those born ion the Year of the Sheep share the same kinds of goals and objectives in life. The occupations best suited for the Sheep are listed below:

SHEEP MAKE EXCELLENT:
Editors, Architects, Actors, Interior designers, Florists, Pediatricians, Hairdressers, Illustrators, Musicians, Daycare teachers, Art historians

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LIKES AND DISLIKES
Since Sheep are born under the same Animal Sign, they often share likes and dislikes. Following are similar likes and dislikes of the Sheep personality.

Likes	Dislikes
* to please others * beauty * to make people curious * tranquility * to forgive and forget * parks with fountains * marble statues * costume dramas * to be taken care of * beautiful people	* to be made to choose * unwanted responsibility * routines * to be involved in others' problems * obligations * hostile atmospheres * to offend others * emotional scenes * doing the accounts * taking the initiative

Sheep Preferences:
Color Preference: Pink, purple
Gems and Stones: Moonstone, Sapphire, Jade
Suitable Gifts: Bathrobe, broach, peppermint oil, seashells, massage, theater tickets
Hobbies and Pastimes: Reading , watching movies, eating, drinking, swimming

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FRIENDS
Sheep make great hosts. They can adapt to any situation and generally enjoy any company they keep. They like throwing parties, but do not want to be in the spotlight the whole time. Sheep are sociable creatures, but they must really get to know you and the territory before engaging in any sort of committed situation. They are private and do not generally tell you everything there is to know about them until they have tested the waters and are sure they want to reveal themselves to you. Therefore, becoming a close friend of the Sheep is a taxing process and many do not have the patience to wait. Consequently, the Sheep has many acquaintances and few really good friends.

Best Friends: Rabbits and Pigs  

SHEEP PARENTS AND BABIES
Sheep are natural caregivers. They automatically turn on their parental instincts and take on parental responsibilities. They are family people who often have large families with unusual numbers of children. They blanket their children with love and affection. They expect their children to use their manners and to be polite and respectful to others.

Sheep generally have long-lasting, healthy relationships with their own parents. They often settle down close to where they grew up or close to their own parents so their children can be close to their grandparents. Often too, Sheep move elderly family members into their own homes to tae care of and nurture them back to health. They encourage their children to establish and maintain close relationships with family and stress the importance of this for the future.

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THE SHEEP LOVER
Sheep do not like to be alone. They are very family-oriented people. If you do not like children or big families, Sheep are not right for you. Sheep will give themselves entirely to the right person and will do everything they can to maintain a stable, loving, happy relationship.

MARRIAGE
Even though Sheep can be clingy and self-deprecating they are loving creatures who make great romantic partners. They are compassionate and kind, genuine and affectionate. A Sheep needs a partner who will be supportive and attentive and who will help him develop his self-confidence.

THE SHEEP LOVE PARTNER
Sheep are often unaware of even their own talents, but with encouragement and love they will bring those talents forth. Sheep crave a partner who makes them feel safe enough to try new things and who will give them the confidence they need to shine.