Constellations
Tai Yin (太阴), Gou Jiao (勾绞), Yang Ren (羊刃).

Health is unfavorable for the gentleman. Guard against disputes.

Overall Luck For Year 2012
Luck for those born in the year of Ox is 50%-50% good and bad. For the ladies, everything is smooth sailing and successful. This year , you will meet benefactors and joyous occasions will take place. Business investments will yield good results and participate in more social events as it will improve human relations. For the gentleman, the luck is entirely opposite. Beware of health problems and avoid disputes caused by words. Be cautious of friends around you as they may betray you.

Disposition
The character of the Ox is steady, conservative with strong inner self and has a sense of responsibility. He has good creditability and honors his word. He is loyal and worships one principle. He enjoys being in a serene environment and has the temperament of the Ox. Sometimes, it is hard to get along with him. He only listens when he has calm down. He is diligent at work, but will only be able to finish his tasks only under instructions. He is not daring enough to engage in new ventures.

He is an inborn leader with big aspirations. In addition, he has certain abilities and there is space for further development. He does not have the patience and courage to earn too much money. Hence, the Ox works hard and silently. He is not the opportunistic type. With his character, he is often being recognized in the society. Whether men or women, they are both conservative and do not know how to create romantic atmospheres.

Marriage
The Ox and the Rooster gets along very well. Both are conservative and they understand each other well. The Ox and the Rat, is loyal to each other. The Ox and the goat cannot unify as they are prejudice with each other. A match with the Monkey is not ideal because the sly monkey likes to play tricks on him/her that makes them incompatible.

Career
It is an optimistic year for business investments. Career advancement is good but progress is slow in Spring. Slight improvements can be seen in Summer. It is still not stable in Autumn, therefore one has to continue to work hard. Winter will be the best time to reap profits. If there are business partnership opportunities, look for those born in the year of Snake, Rooster and Rat. You can draw support from them and bring your career to a higher level.

Fortune Luck
There is abundance wealth this year. If financial permits, it is best do some investments in real estates during Summer and Winter. Wealth is unfavorable in Spring. There will unexpected wealth (lucky draw, 4D, Toto) windfall in the beginning of the year and end of the year. Bet on numbers associated with house, car plate or license, telephone, etc. You may get a lucky windfall.

Health
Health is average for ladies. For the gentleman, guard against bloodshed incidents. Do not overwork as it may affect health conditions. Spend more time with the family and enjoy short vacations to revitalize.

Romance
There will be chances of meeting an ideal partner from social gatherings. Being emotional is part of the Ox’s nature, do not be too anxious to rush into a relationship. Curb your temper and be cautious with words and deeds you say or do as it may lead to undesirable disputes. The Peach Blossom constellation will appear in 5th lunar month.

Academic
Study hard and you may yield good results. Avoid disputes with classmates and friends. With efforts put in, you will be rewarded with excellent results. Consult your teachers when you encounter difficulties in studies.

Auspicious lunar months : 4, 8, 11, 12 Inauspicious lunar months : 3, 5, 6

Auspicious Item for the Ox
Hang a Rat auspicious item, with "Jade Emperor Chant" blessings will enhance the power of the item and ward off ill effects.