2020 is the year of which animal and what is characteristic of it?

In 2020, according to the Chinese calendar, the place of the Boar will be taken by the Rat. This animal is very wayward, and therefore the year promises to be difficult, but interesting.

Next year will be influenced Metallic White Rat. This zodiac sign is the first in the eastern horoscope, and it is with the Rat that a new cycle will begin, consisting of twelve years. New Year will come not at all on the first day of January, as is commonly believed, but a little later. The second new moon, the next after the winter solstice, is chosen as the starting date, and therefore the specific day is constantly changing. It is in 2020 that the Rat will take effect on January 25, Saturday. The first two weeks of the new Chinese year will mark this event.

It must be recognized that the Rat is a rather complex sign. The animal is vindictive, possesses considerable cunning and is able to always unfold circumstances in its favor. Throughout the year, you should be prepared for the emergence of deeper and more hidden problems than are encountered in ordinary life. Their solution, by the way, will be a catalyst for success.

Despite the leap year, the upcoming period will be ideal for marriage or the birth of a child. In general, in order to live a year successfully, it is necessary from the very first days to demonstrate to the Rat his goodwill towards others, determination and a clear position. The animal loves money and prosperity, and therefore generously share financial gifts, but again only with those who are ready to act in good faith. Most likely, in 2020, the rodent will still throw troubles, but all those who can be distracted and do not splash out negativity will be able to survive them.

The beginning of 2020 is expected to be tense, and during this period it is recommended to actively "cajole" the totem animal. The main thing is not to forget to be active and purposeful and in no case to sit in one place with nothing to do. It would be good to mentally prepare for the changes, as the Rat is able to provoke them in any area of ​​life. Alternatively, the place of residence, work or even marital status may change. It is also possible to change the worldview. All important events can happen at the most unexpected moment.

Any plans, both in work and in the family sphere, will be successful if when a detailed action plan will be preliminarily formed taking into account all risks The rodent welcomes cash investments. White Rat is also waiting in his year for selfless and good deeds.

There are specific recommendations from the Metal Rat regarding each particular zodiac sign.

• Aries In 2020, it is important to believe in oneself and clearly follow the fulfillment of the goal. In no case should you give up, despite all the difficulties that arise. In any case, the year of the Rat promises to be eventful and extremely exciting. Of all life spheres, it is recommended that special attention be paid to the family one, since it is the marriage union that can expect difficulties.
• Rat Favors Taurus and promises him a successful 2020. Will carry and in the love sphere, and in the workplace. Taurus's problems can arise only because of himself, if he loses consciousness and pursues non-existent ideals. Representatives of the sign are encouraged to look at their lives from a different angle more often and give thanks for what they have.
• Twins The rat advises not to worry especially because of changes and philosophical about what is happening. All events taking place in 2020 will ultimately change the life of the representatives of the sign for the better. Twins are recommended to listen to the advice of more "pumped" people and not to forget about the family sphere.
• Cancer most likely, you will have to face working problems. To cope with them will help only patience and determination. In a love relationship, the sign will be lucky, and even an established marriage will survive the second honeymoon.
• Leo in the year of the Rat will become difficult. We’ll have to at least once in my life remove my beloved from the first place, moderate selfishness and take care of loved ones. If this is not done, then the rodent will certainly create problems, since he does not like egoism. Success in work is likely only if Leo does not conflict with his superiors and hides his negative emotions.
• Virgo in the year of the Rat, it is recommended to take care of oneself, to worry less and to maintain self-confidence. Many significant events are expected, both positive and negative. It is likely a meeting, which in the future will lead to a happy marriage.
• At Libra in 2020, everything will be fine. The rat will bring the sign career success, financial stability and other surprises. The only recommendation is to take care of your own health and avoid situations leading to injuries.
• Scorpions a difficult period is expected.In order to at least slightly “smooth out” the negative impact of the Rat, each action will need to be carefully thought out and carefully implemented. Nevertheless, the sign will be accompanied by luck in the fulfillment of the plan, and harmony will reign in personal life.
• Sagittarius in 2020 there will be a lot of opportunities for self-realization. The result will be some cardinal changes, for example, marriage, the birth of a child or promotion.
• Capricorn The rat will give success in business and, accordingly, finance. However, in personal life serious problems are likely. The stumbling block will be the reluctance to abandon outdated principles and find compromises.
• Aquarius in 2020, it is important to control yourself, as the rodent prepares enough tests and just disturbing situations. Nevertheless, by the end of the period, all efforts will be rewarded either by a career breakthrough or by a romantic relationship.
• Pisces The rat advises listening to intuition and be sure to use all the chances that arise.

If we talk about the remaining eleven representatives of the eastern calendar, then the relationship with the Rat is different for everyone, and therefore, 2020 promises to pass in different ways.

• For "their", that is, the same rats, the rodent promises a busy year, filled with crucial events. Of course, you still have to expect a number of troubles, but you can manage to cope with them, while maintaining confidence in your own abilities and faith in a better outcome.
• For the bull 2020 will be very difficult. In order to live it as painlessly as possible, you have to use all available forces. The rat especially reminds bulls not to "buy" for doubtful benefit.
• For tiger The rat has prepared enough family problems and turmoil with others. To avoid serious consequences, it is important to learn to compromise, discuss all issues and, in principle, try to be wise.
• For cat or Rabbit Rat advises to spend 2020 quietly, focusing on spiritual development. It is important to learn how to build and take time for yourself, for example, realizing an old dream or thinking up a new hobby.
• Dragon with a Rat counteracts, and therefore the year can be extremely problematic. However, the representatives of the sign should fight to the end for their ideals, act purposefully and not conflict with the bosses.
• Tricky Snake It is recommended to use all of your hidden qualities and turn difficult situations in your own favor. In addition, it is important to pay attention to the smallest details.
• For the horse 2020 expects to be successful. In order not to spoil anything, it is important to use logic and slightly calm your own emotions. It is also important to devote enough time to the family, otherwise the closest people may feel forgotten.
• Representatives of the sign Sheep or goats can expect good luck at work. In this case, you should not particularly share your thoughts with others and be extremely careful.
• Monkeys The rat advises listening to his intuition, which will help you “get around sharp corners” and make the right choice. On the one hand, one should not rush into decisions, but on the other hand, too much delay.
• Rooster The rat advises not to be as conceited as usual, and at least a little restrain your own egoism. In 2020, it is important to build relationships with people, the gap with which occurred very sharply. It is better for a rooster to learn to accept help and carefully monitor its own health.
• For dog 2020 will turn out to be very unbalanced, as it will “throw” from one state to another and vice versa. The rat recommends that you act, and not just go with the flow, despite the leap year.
• Wild boar in 2020 he expects happiness in his personal life. A love story will be very beautiful and real.

In Chinese philosophy, there are five main elements that affect the character and destiny of man. Elements alternate in pairs according to strict order. It is easy to determine which element will be dominant in a given year by the last digit of the year. If "0" or "1", then we are talking about metal, which corresponds to the white color. The main characteristics inherent in this period are activity, determination or the struggle for justice.

Water, as well as black color corresponds to the numbers "2" and "3". For the water element is characterized by a strong intuition and restraint. The numbers "4" and "5" are associated with the Tree, blue and green colors. The tree is considered the most powerful element in charge of creativity, grace and leadership. The elements of fire correspond to red and the numbers "6" and "7". A person born in such a year receives activity, the ability to convince and an optimistic outlook on life. Finally, the numbers "8" and "9" are associated with the Earth and yellow. They give a person leadership skills, ambition and love to plan.

The characteristics of children of different zodiac signs that will be born in the year of the Rat converge in one thing - these will be family people who psychologically do not leave their homeless shelter even after reaching adulthood. Even with their children, they may want to live with their parents, or at least often come to visit. From a young age, Little Rats are taught to manipulate others in order to achieve their goals, and they are also very dodgy in order to obtain benefits. Although, at first glance, such guys seem modest and quiet, the future leader is hiding behind this mask. For a child who was born in the year of the Rat to succeed in life, parents will need to put maximum effort into it.

It is believed that people born in the year of the Rat have an attractive appearance and charm. At first glance, they are quite calm and relaxed, but behind their elegant appearance, as a rule, are nervousness, tension and destructive emotions. Such a child will always stand on his own opinion and not really trust others. Probably at a young age frequent manifestation of aggressive emotions, which will then be reliably hidden for the time being. Perhaps addiction to gambling.

Thanks to an innate planning skill, a grown sign can excel in the financial sector. He follows modern trends, prefers to always look stylish and be in the spotlight. In addition, parents will certainly be pleased that the child is distinguished by a good appetite - he prefers to eat a lot from the heart as well.

For those who were born in the year of the rodent, you can call a number of items and talismans that bring good luck. It's in about numbers 2 and 3, as well as their various combinations. Every fourth and thirteenth days of the lunar cycle also become lucky. The rat's room should be decorated using blue, green and golden, since they are considered to be its happy shades. It is equally important to place lilies and African violets in the house, which are patronizing flowers.

A very powerful talisman is garnet. He will help meet your soulmate and lead a life of love and devotion. In addition, it is always important to have an image of a rodent on hand, for example, a suspension. The same power will be possessed by hieroglyph, meaning rat or mouse. Statuette of a rodent should be placed in the northern part of the house. If this is absent, then the dragon figure can also help.

It is believed that as you meet the year, you will spend it, and therefore you should try to get as prepared as possible to the holiday date. The decoration of the interior, table and your own image is best done in calm cold tones, such as white, gray or accent black. Outfit is better to choose strict and concise, not at all creating a sense of negligence or spontaneity. Accessories must be, but suitable and in moderation. For example, the finished image will be complemented by an elegant brooch, an elegant pendant on a silver chain or a pair of hairpins with sparkling black pebbles.

Ideal at the celebration of the Chinese New Year will look little black dress complemented by a silver brooch. Since the Rat is Metallic, the use of such a decoration will surely make her happy. The image ends with golden or silver shoes or neat boats with metal buckles.

To design the room where the festival will be held, it is better to use unobtrusive pastel shades. The Christmas tree looks most beautifully decorated in the same style - it can be either toys of the same shade or decor from the same material. The simplest option is a set of balls - crystal or white. The rat will like it if ornaments made of ecological materials hang on the tree, as the animal will appreciate its respect for nature.

If the owners of the apartment do not think of a holiday without bright colors, then it is necessary to recall such characteristics of the totem animal as aggression and speed. Alternatively, it can be wine, red or purple shades. However, they should be used only as a required accent, not forgetting the calm background. Snow-white, silver or metal details look good, and it does not have to be classic snowflakes with tinsel. The house can and should be decorated with shining lanterns, garlands or even floral arrangements. Under the tree, it makes sense to place a mouse figure and a neat house designed for her. Owners of drawing skills can create a totem image on the windows.

The rat is very encouraging to eat, and it is worth considering the preparation of the table carefully. Dishes should be present in large numbers, but completely simple and without exotic. Of course, we must not forget about cheese, without which the Rat Year obviously will not succeed. Nutritious dishes are appropriate to place on silver plates, which, in turn, will take their place on a snow-white tablecloth. Of the dishes, smoked meats and almost all types of meat, sea fish, pate, salads, vegetables and fruits are recommended.

Of fruits, you should definitely use grapes, apples and bananas, and the “salad” table will not do without a dish with sausage or meat. It would be nice to put on the table and pastries with a variety of fillings, from fish to sweet. Decorating dishes can be done in different ways. Of course, such New Year’s stories as “Christmas tree decorations”, “Christmas tree”, “clock face”, “Santa Claus face” and others are relevant. Besides, be sure to apply on some dish and the silhouette of the mascot of the year.

If possible, either a rat or a mouse should be made from improvised products, or rather, to collect a semblance of a muzzle or carcass. Any components can be useful here, for example, eggs, cheese, olives or dill branches for antennae.It should be added that it is better to choose natural textiles, for example, linen and decorated in shades of the year. In addition to the tablecloth, individual napkins, fixed in rings decorated with mice, must also be present. Instead of candles, a desktop arrangement of cones, needles and other natural materials would be much more appropriate, since the Rat does not like the element of fire. An unusual tradition is placing on a table a plate filled with wheat and other grains, dried fruits and nuts intended for the hostess of the year.

Before the holiday we must not forget about cleaning. Although the rodent loves good things in sufficient quantities, he does not tolerate outright rubbish. Therefore, on the eve it is necessary to get rid of all broken, aged and "outdated" things, check all the corners of the cabinets for unnecessary items, and also wash the windows to allow the positive energy of the New Year to penetrate inside. The celebration itself is best organized in the family circle in the home walls. However, the Rat welcomes noisy companies, and it would be nice to call more friends, not forgetting to look at the city tree with a big company.

When going to a party to visit someone, it’s important to remember that the outfit should remain modest, without redundancy and sloppiness. The rat will approve the use of such a wardrobe element as a jacket with metal fasteners, but it certainly will not be happy to have a cat print. The outfit should not interfere with movement and enjoy the holiday. He does not like the rodent and multilayer, exorbitantly standing designs, devoid of practicality and comfort.

The main "mood" of the costume should be severity and sexuality. In addition to the classic cut without elaborate details, recommended styles such as "Greek" and "new bow", as well as cases and trapezoidal designs. The mistress of the year really does not like artificial materials, so it is better to avoid such materials. It is important to choose natural fabrics for outfits, and shoes and bags - leather with metal details in a natural shade and lack of varnishing.

Accessories for the celebration of the year of the Rat is recommended to choose concise and even strict. Ideally, the number of stones should be minimal. The rat does not welcome jewelry, but it treats gold and silver gizmos very well. Makeup should be made natural, but use shadows with a metallic sheen. The shade of lipstick is better to choose in a cold range. A manicure should be neat and soft with a minimum amount of volumetric elements. The moon jacket, a contrasting combination of suitable colors or the use of small beads of a metallic hue will look beautiful. The rat will approve a simple hairstyle.

By the way, it was said above that the mascots of the year are some numbers and flowers. This information should be used in the organization of the celebration. For example, the numbers "2" and "3" can become part of an elegant pattern on holiday cakes, a bouquet of lilies - take its place on the table, and the aroma of African violets - spread throughout the house. It is especially important to decorate the west, northwest and southwest direction of the house. The rat is very fond of home comfort and fresh flowers, and therefore it is logical to use handmade elements, old toys or children's crafts in the design.

In the next video, you will find more information about the Rat sign.