ROOSTER FACTS: Tenth in order, Chinese name -- " JI, " sign of honor

CHARACTERISTICS
Brave, Romantic, Motivated, Proud, Blunt, Resentful, Boastful

The Rooster is a flamboyant personality, feisty and obstinate. He is quite the extrovert who loves to strut his stuff and is proud of whom he is. Outwardly confident, the Rooster is also a trustworthy, hardworking individual. He'll tell it like it is with no qualms or reservations.

THE SIGN OF THE ROOSTER

Roosters are very loyal individuals. They do not like dishonesty or mockery of any sort. They are blunt, up front and honest people and expect those around them to be the same. Roosters are happiest when they are surrounded by others, at a party or just a social gathering. They even enjoy the spotlight and will exhibit their charisma and wit in a minute. This star quality can be overbearing, for a Rooster expects you to listen to him while he speaks and can become agitated if you don't. Roosters do have a tendency to brag about themselves and their achievements and demand an attentive audience when doing so.

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ROOSTER HEALTH
Roosters are typically fit people. They enjoy sports and active hobbies such as hiking and swimming. They don't get sick very often because they tend to fight illness fairly well. However, when they do get ill, they usually bounce right back. Roosters can be a little high strung, suffering from dramatic mood swings and stress.

ROOSTER AT HOME
As proud as they are of themselves, you can only imagine how they are about their homes. Roosters put a lot of effort into their homes as they reflect the Roosters assets and taste. They are very neat and clean and have everything in its own specific place. They make a chore out of cleaning out drawers and closets with a knack for rearranging them better and better each time they attempt it. This habit is enough to drive anyone berserk, but a Rooster's family understands his need for a dramatic appearance.  

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THE ROOSTER AT WORK
Roosters are more motivated than most other Animal Signs, making their careers a priority in their lives. They are hard working, flexible individuals able to stick to the given tasks. They are generally successful individuals who reach the top of their chosen professions.

MONEY AND THE ROOSTER
An eye for detail means the Rooster is pretty good at handling his finances. He is able to give others good financial advice and can help get budgets under control. However, when it comes to his own finances, the Rooster is either or. He either spends it all or hoards it for a rainy day.

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

ROOSTERS MAKE EXCELLENT:
Actors, Armed forces members, Dancers, Book keepers, Insurance agents, Secretaries, Musicians, Dentists, Bankers, Certified Public Accountants.

CONGENIAL BUSINESS PARTNERS
Whether Roosters are compatible with their business partners depends on whether their signs are harmonious or antagonistic to those of their business partner. Considering the congruity of their own characters and the characters of their business partners can also be very useful.

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

Likes	Dislikes
* seductions * receiving admiring looks * serious conversations * ostentatious displays of wealth * putting on a show * tidiness * occasional periods of solitude * flattery * to dream * to give advice * spending money * to make an entrance	* losing their composure * talking through one's hat * Being made fun of, bad hygiene, impoliteness, unmotivated people

Rooster Prefernces:

Color Preference: Peach, apricot
Gems and Stones: Diamond, Ruby, Topaz
Suitable Gifts: Terrarium, walking cane, flask, bonsai tree
Hobbies and Pastimes: Fishing, gardening, swimming, hiking, mountain climbing  

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FRIENDS
Friends of the Rooster cannot be sensitive people. As bossy, overbearing and blunt as the Rooster is, you can imagine just about anyone wouldn't last without a sense of humor! That's why Roosters tend to have more acquaintances than actual friends. Still, any friend of a Rooster knows how dependable and honest he is and treasures his friendship despite his arrogance.

Best Friends: Oxen and Snakes

ROOSTER PARENTS AND BABIES
Roosters are quite protective of their children, always nurturing them and caring for them. Sometimes they can be a bit overprotective in trying to keep them safe. They are known to be very strict with their children demanding respect not only for others, but their environments and surroundings. Rooster parents will absolutely not tolerate bad manners and are caught up in the way their children represent them while they're not there.

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THE ROOSTER LOVER
Roosters are generally pretty black or white when it comes to their feelings. They either like you, or they don't. There is no in between. Although they are vocal with opinions and ideas, Roosters are pretty tight-lipped about their personal emotions and feelings. They certainly don't wear their hearts on their sleeves. They are intensely private people who never kiss and tell.

MARRIAGE
Roosters are not extremely easy to live with. However, if you can get past their bossy, obstinate, my way or no way exterior, you find a wonderfully romantic, caring individual hidden beneath. Their hearts are made of solid gold and they genuinely care abut their family and friends as mush as they care about themselves (believe it or not!). They are not suited for a sensitive partner, again, their candor and wit can be humiliating at times. Roosters can be highly critical of their partners, often expecting too much of them.

THE ROOSTER LOVE PARTNER
Roosters need a stable companion, one who can take everything he dishes out. He needs someone who will stand up to him and his mincing words and out him in place when need be. Roosters also need partners who will deflate them when they are a bit too high on themselves and who can take their constant boasting.