The Monkey
3 PM - 5 PM
"I Entertain."
Yang
Metal
Equivalent Western Zodiac: Leo
Lunar Month Dates: August 8 - September 7
Season: Summer/August
Countries: United States, France, Norway, Hungary, Indonesia, Laos, Luxembourg, Melanesia
(+): Inventor, motivator, improviser, quick-witted, inquisitive, flexible, innovative, problem solver, self-assured, sociable, polite, dignified, competitive, objective, factual, intellectual.
(-): Egotistical, vain, selfish, reckless, snobbish, deceptive, manipulative, cunning.
Occupying the 9th position on the Chinese Zodiac, the Monkey possesses such character traits as curiosity, mischievousness, and cleverness. Forever playful, Monkeys are the masters of practical jokes. Even though their intentions are always good, this desire to be a prankster has a tendency to create ill will and hurt feelings. Although they are inherently intellectual and creative, Monkeys at times have trouble exhibiting these qualities. When that happens, they appear to others to be confused. But nothing could be further from the truth as Monkeys thrive on being challenged. Monkeys prefer urban life to rural, and their favorite pastime is people-watching.
Career and Finances
When it comes to work, Monkeys can do just about anything. They adapt well to changing environments and they're very intelligent. They work quickly, but they'll frequently charge double for their services. Good career fields for Monkeys are accounting and banking. Other good careers for Monkeys include: scientist, engineer, stock market trader, air traffic controller, dealer, film director, jeweler and sales representative.
