The Chinese zodiac.

The years of the Tiger.

According to Chinese astrology practitionerTiffany Lin, those born during the year of the Tiger live to seek adventure.

Sarah Regan

They also have an insatiable desire for knowledge and power.

you could think of them as the apex predator of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals.

Tigers also always want to be the best, taking great pride in their accomplishments and competency.

There’s also this energy of being self-centered because tigers are solitary animals," she adds.

And as Cho notes, these folks are also protective and refined.

“Think of a tiger in metal armorthat’s really intense,” she explains.

“Water really supports a Tiger, because Tiger has Woodas its main element,” she adds.

“The Water element combined with Tiger personality gives them a calmer nature.

They are excellent judges of the truth and moreintuitively perceptiveabout the feelings of others,” Lin adds.

As Cho notes, the Tiger is at home in the Wood element.

Fiery, of course, as well as passionate and lively.

“Out of all tigers, they are the realistsmore of a worrier than a daredevil.

Still, they’re very driven and self-motivated, like all Tigers,” Lin adds.

How to thrive as a Tiger.

As far as incompatibility, Tigers may have some difficulty getting along with Monkeys.

Generally speaking, though, Tigers are loyal in their relationships but can also become possessive and jealous.

Tigers also appreciate plenty of space and freedom within their relationships.

In your career & finances:

As Lin explains, theinternal motivationfor Tigers is self-mastery and cultivation.

It’s also important theyset solid financial goalsand outline strategies to achieve them.

When their eyes are on the prize, they can really accomplish anything they set out to do."

“Remember your intentions as well as your limitations,” they add.

The bottom line.