Expert: Bill Hajdu - 1/14/2009

Question
Hi Bill,
I was born on october 10th, 1985 at 7:29am and i know i am a wood ox. My boyfriend is born on june 9th 1986(not sure of the time) he is a fire tiger. I was just wondering is there any chance of this romance surviving with love.

Answer
Hi Elizabeth,

There is always a chance; it's a matter of probability based on all relevant factors.

From a Chinese Astrology perspective this match has a 60% favorable probability of success. It thus has an above average chance of lasting and bringing you the happiness you seek.

This may be surprising as Ox-Tiger is in itself a rather unfavorable match. Still, when your other (month and day) signs and their elements are considered, the overall rating comes out modestly favorable.

Perhaps the most important factor in determining whether this match will last is how well you handle the difference in styles between the Ox and Tiger. The Tiger tends to be hot passionate and aggressive while the Ox cool and plodding. Much compromise on both your parts is essential. Given these differences there will be plenty of clashes of will. Will one or both of you prove to be too stubborn? If you push too much, that will lead to stresses that will eventually undermine and perhaps destroy your relationship.

In the end it will depend on whether your love, willingness to compromise, and appreciation of and respect for your differences will outweigh the occasional clashes you are bound to experience.

If you would like to learn more about relationships, I highly recommend Shelly Wu's Chinese Sexual Astrology. Also, please visit my web site, www.onlinechineseastrology.com. If you would like a detailed analysis of this match, you can order one at the site for a modest cost.

Thank u for your question.