The lively, enthusiastic and restless Tiger – the born adventurous person

"Be daring, be different, be impractical, be anything that will assert integrity of purpose and imaginative vision against the play-it-safers, the creatures of the commonplace, the slaves of the ordinary."

Cecil Beaton

Playfulness, spontaneity and free-spiritedness will always characterize a Tiger. Tigers are people born under a lucky star, mainly because they can face and handle any situation and overcome any obstacle in their way, as difficult as it might be. Furthermore, besides the strength and fortitude Tiger individuals share with counterparts born in the year of the Rat, Ox, Snake or Rooster, they have one more ace up their sleeve - the ardor and liveliness which permanently animates them. Inner power mixed with dynamism, stamina, a bright mind and pushed-to-extremes courage make a unique and fascinating combination which no one can resist. Tigers are also flexible, adapt easily to any type of situation and have a wide-ranging mind - because of this they are fit for any type of profession and job which may interest them.

Tigers are enchanting and captivating people, who have been blessed with charisma and infinite charm. They have a magnetic je ne sais quoi which attracts and renders one dizzy at the same time. Besides their ravishing and irresistible personality, these individuals are unforeseeable and whimsical - one will never be able to predict which will be the next move of a Tiger.

Individuals born under the influence of this powerful feline never judge a book by its cover and never allow themselves to be misled by the face of things. Superficiality does not characterize them and they will always search for the bulk of the iceberg, ignoring its top. Moreover, they like to complicate plain things and will see riddles and puzzlement in extremely simple situations. Always curious and aflutter, always seeking for mysteries and risky situations, once they have discovered what is hidden behind the appearances, what is written in-between the lines and what lies behind the scenes, Tigers will instantly become bored. At this point, they will move towards new, more challenging horizons, because this is what a Tiger's life is all about - a permanent trail for adventure and excitement. And this is also what's going to make one's living besides a Tiger tiresome and tedious - this individual is not very familiar with the terms "rest" and "serenity". All they crave for throughout their whole life is first-hand experience, and the more fast-moving and thrilling it is, the more delighted these fiery creatures are.

Quick-witted and keen, Tigers are also highly imaginative and creative. Their inquiring and brilliant minds will never let them down, always helping them to find a way out and steer clear of the most uncomfortable predicament. The intrepidity and resourcefulness of this blessed animal are simply amazing. The sagacity, dynamism, strength, boldness and pluckiness of the Tiger build up a personality which simply takes one's breath away. The prototype of the rebel, such an individual is very open-minded and s/he despises anything that is traditional and conservative. They are the mavericks of the Zodiac par excellence because they have such an unfettered mind. Also, Tigers cannot stand conventionality and formalism - they are free spirits who want to ramble all over the place without having to keep to 'tight-lacing' rules or explaining their demeanor to anyone.

Admired by colleagues, friends and acquaintances, deeply envied by enemies and opponents, individuals born under this lucky star are sometimes a bit too impetuous and fervid and they let themselves be blinded by risk and frantically rush into the most jeopardous situations. They are sometimes ready to risk and cast-away all on a throw of the dice. However, occasions in which a Tiger loses everything are extremely rare, because such individuals are very lucky and win the toss on a regular basis.

Though seemingly ignorant of others' needs and emotions, people born in the year of the Tiger are kind, generous and compassionate and also have an innate sense of justice. If they notice that someone has been done an injustice, be it friend or stranger, Tigers will not hesitate to immediately stick up for that person. They are also ready anytime to lend a helping hand to those in need, because they are ardent supporters of the oppressed and the weak.

As friends, people born under this lucky star are more than great, compassionate and supportive, offering comfort and a shoulder to cry on to those close to them. They are very good listeners and really know how to cheer up a sad or depressed mate. They are also trustworthy and dependable - they will be there for you through thick as well as through thin. But, as there are lees to every wine, a Tiger's friends will be annoyed from time to time by his/ her moodiness and anger outbursts. Also, despite his/ her generosity and altruism, a Tiger will show selfishness in that which concerns the little things, such as taking the larger or tastier serving on the table etc.

Tigers are warm-hearted and sincere, outspoken, extrovert and very talkative. They have an innate ability to socialize and get on well with all types of people. However, they prefer working and carrying out a task on their own or being the leaders of a team. Undoubtedly, Tigers' dynamism and capacity to work hard and dedicate themselves to a goal transform them into winners and help them succeed in anything they may undertake.

But they still have to pay the price of preferring to take action on their own, as there is a price for everything in this world - they usually end up alone, without a tender and caring partner by their side when going through difficult times or in old age. Nevertheless, no reason to become very worried about them - the optimism and positive outlook on life they possess is going to help Tigers successfully get over rough times and ride out the storm.

Even if their idealism is sometimes a bit too exaggerated and they may sometimes fall down from the high sky their spirit usually dwells in, Tigers will eventually find a way to land like a cat and quickly climb up there again. This is mainly due to the fact that they are self-confident and also self-sufficient. Indeed, they are great as friends and also surrounded by many people who care for them, but if left alone they would not despair. They would simply consider it as if meant to be and would go on with their lives without any regrets. As mentioned before, Tigers do not need anyone to be there for them, although they will be there for others. Highly individualistic, they do fine (even best) by themselves, for which reason they may seem infatuated and vain.

Paradoxically, a Tiger is territorial and possessive. If you are the friend of a Tiger, you will have to stick up for her/him whether s/he is right or wrong. You have to always take a Tiger's side, because s/he would do the same for you. Such an individual is also jealous, but not to the extent of becoming a pathological disorder. Generally, people born in the year of the Tiger are possessive and jealous because they have a high self-esteem and would not let anyone tread on them.

Overall, Tigers make agreeable and enjoyable company because they are funny, witty and very fond of partying. They are extremely friendly as long as you do not offend or criticize them, because this would be synonymous with stepping on their toes. They take these things very personally and they would never admit that they have done wrong, even if all the evidence is against them. Furthermore, offering an affront to a Tiger means adding insult to injury, because they simply abominate being publicly bashed. By all means, try to give a wide berth to Tigers when they get annoyed or angry, even if not at you - when this happens, they become blinded by rage and will literally rave and storm.

Tigers suffer especially when their authority is undermined or when they are looked down at by someone - this is what makes them go red and flash fire, bringing their anger to a climax. The unabashed and high-minded Tiger will never forgive this to anyone, and the person who has the nerve to openly criticize them instantly becomes a foe.

When it comes to working and career, Tigers only see themselves as leaders, not as employees who have to comply with instructions given by someone else. Due to their rich imagination and inquiring minds, Tigers will reach a position of power in no time, even if at first they are simple laborers. In contrast with people born in the year of the Rat who would aim at a leadership position mainly because they want to continually increase their gains and make a fortune, a Tiger does not want to become a boss for material reasons - money is not a goal in itself for such an individual. Tigers crave for a leadership position because this is the only place which makes them feel comfortable. However, even if not interested in material gains, Tigers will always be well-off and will never lack money, due to the incredible luck and fortune these people are blessed with.

In that which concerns Tigers' emotions and feelings, they are usually seen as powerful, impenetrable and conceited individuals who would not stir a finger to help someone who is weaker or less influent than them. But this is a completely wrong opinion, because the fierce feline is actually a tender, caring and affectionate creature. The way to their heart is indeed rocky and burdensome, but once you are there you will be extremely thrilled by the warmth, tenderness and affection a human being can cherish.

The Tiger and Love

Incredibly charismatic and sexy, Tigers are the supreme masters when it comes to 'boudoir' relations and love-making. They can handle both tumultuous, passionate sexual escapades and romantic candle-light moments spent with their partners. A Tiger knows how to give you the thrill through steamy and unforgettable nights in the bedroom, but is also great at making spectacular, heart-melting declarations of love. They make spontaneous, ardent, virile lovers, being among the most sensuous and seductive individuals in the Chinese Zodiac.

Even though they can be very romantic, when in their youth, Tigers mostly prefer wild flings to being committed and aiming at settling down. The fact that they get bored easily and their permanent need to explore and discover new 'territories' make them unsteady. However, they will not remain equally rebellious and adventurous as they grow older; all they have to do is to find Mr. or Mrs. Right.

As affectionate and idealistic a Tiger may be, he does not make a 'love fool' or a boring partner. Highly imaginative and creative, such an individual knows how to keep things as fresh and exciting as they were on the first date, even in a long-term relationship. However, as mentioned before, it is very difficult to keep a Tiger in a long-term relationship, because such a person is an excitement-addict and s/he only wants to touch what is forbidden or what s/he cannot have. This is why one should be very careful when falling for a Tiger - keeping things simple and unfussy never helps. A Tiger needs first-hand experience and new challenges to stimulate and keep him/ her occupied. Otherwise, they will seek for incitement and stirring somewhere else.

Tigers' volcanic emotions, moodiness, extreme jealousy and possessiveness can make life besides them annoying sometimes. But these flaws can easily be overlooked, because individuals born in the year dominated by this fierce wild feline are unique and the relationship they offer is equally special. They have to learn to temper their explosive outbursts and be more tolerant once they have decided to settle down and have a family of their own.

Tiger info:

Main Years for the Tiger - 1902, 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022

Water Tiger - February 9, 1902 - January 29, 1903; February 5, 1962 - January 25, 1963

Wood Tiger - January 26, 1914 - February 13, 1915; January 24, 1974 - February 10, 1975

Fire Tiger - February 13, 1926 - February 1, 1927; February 10, 1986 - January 29, 1987

Earth Tiger -February 1, 1938 - February 18, 1939; January 28, 1998 - February 15, 1999

Metal Tiger - February 17, 1950 - February 5, 1951

Broad equivalent in the European Zodiac: Aquarius

Lucky gemstone: Sapphire

Famous People born in the year of the Tiger: Beethoven, Emily Bronte, Sheryl Crow, Tom Cruise, Emily Dickinson, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Hugh Hefner, Jay Leno, Jodie Foster, Karl Marx, Kenny Rogers, Marilyn Monroe, Marco Polo, Rosie O'Donnell, Stevie Wonder, Wesley Snipes etc.

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