The Five Elements

Elements are believed to interact with each other in a cyclical pattern. Each animal is associated with an element, which influences its characteristics and energies.

Click on the element to see what the unique traits and personalities are associated with each.

• Metal: Birth years ending in 0 or 1.

• Water: Birth years ending in 2 or 3.

• Wood: Birth years ending in 4 or 5.

• Fire: Birth years ending in 6 or 7.

• Earth: Birth years ending in 8 or 9.

In addition to the animals, Chinese astrology also incorporates the Five Elements:

1. Wood - Growing and Expanding

2. Fire - Hot and Passionate

3. Earth - Stabilizing and Grounding

4. Metal - Sharp and Cutting

5. Water - Cool and Calming

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