Chinese New Year 2011 - Year of the Rabbit

Every year, while the entire world celebrates the New Year on the 1st of January, the Chinese know that their New Year is a one month in the offing. When is the Chinese New Year? The Chinese New Year, or the Spring festival is a mark of the onset of spring and is celebrated after the harvest of the fall season. The day on which the Chinese New Year starts changes every year, and depends on the Chinese Calendar, which is a combined solar/lunar calendar. The Chinese zodiac too, is ruled by this calendar and every year is denoted by one of 12 animal signs which are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. The Year of the Rabbit, started on the 3rd of Feb 2011, and will continue till the 22nd of Jan, 2012.

Year of the Rabbit

The Year of the Rabbit is the year of the metal rabbit, and is predicated to have a huge influence over people's ability to resolve conflicts. Experts studying Chinese zodiac signs have also gone on record to say that with the start of the Year of the Rabbit, you can expect a lot of uncertainty. This year is expected to be one of planning and negotiation.

At the same time, after a hectic year brought about by the Year of the Tiger, this will seem like a calm year, which brings with it the rest and serenity which is much needed. It will be a time to let go of the conflicts of the past and to forget and forgive. Most people will be indulgent and give in to good taste and refined luxury. This is one area to be careful about. As the Year of the Rabbit forecasts will tell you, comfort is loved more under the influence of the Rabbit and if you like your comfort, then there can be a tendency to get spoiled. There will be a general slackness where law and order is concerned. Experts predict that this is a year in which most people would want to give in and take it easy, putting off tasks that seem unpleasant. This in no way reflects on the ability to make money. Financially, it will be a year in which money will be made without much effort. For relationships too, this will be largely a good year, with singles finding partners, and people in committed relationships opting to get married. This is a year that will be one where the pace will be lazy and dreamy. A carefree year filled with happiness and not too many obstacles.

What Defines People Born in the Year of the Rabbit?

Angelina Jolie, Drew Barrymore, Tina Turner, Kate Winslet, what do all these famous celebrities have in common? Well, for one they are all born in the Year of the Rabbit. There are some characteristics that are common to all people born in the Year of the Rabbit. They are kind, calm, wise, and considerate people who make for very good friends. They dislike conflict and themselves do not exhibit any aggression. They approach most situations in a calm and serene manner and think through it analytically. They are perceptive individuals who grasp situations pretty quickly. All this also hold true for individuals who will be born in 2011.

The sign of Rabbit is associated with the Moon and is a symbol for elegance and beauty. While they may seem frail and deity, they have a strong will power and very strong mind. They are sure of their ideals and live their lives according to these ideals. They are overtly cautious and are slow and deliberate in their actions. Rabbit people are talented and artistic and tend to be fond of creative pursuits like painting and music. They like beautiful things around them and dislike clutter in any form. People born in the Year of the Rabbit make very good teachers and counselors, and are also very good in management roles. On the negative, people born in the Year of the Rabbit tend to get depressed easily and are easily affected by stress and conflict. They are also sensitive to allergies. It is important for people born in this sign to exercise regularly to reduce the effect of stress and to keep ailments at bay.

In 2011, the Chinese New Year is on the 3rd of Feb and traditions dictate that celebrations go on for almost fifteen days. Therefore, the Year of the Rabbit is still being celebrated in most parts. If this year is everything that is being predicted, then look forward to a year of relaxation, fun, and enjoyment.