Secret friends: a pair that completes each other
The Snake and the Monkey are one of the «six harmonies» (Liu He), the secret-friend pairs of Chinese astrology. They are not alike; rather, each fills in what the other leaves open. From the outside they may look like an unexpected match, but between them runs a quiet trust and natural support. It is a bond in which each stands behind the other in hard times and both grow together.
See your differences as richness, not competition; make room for each other's strengths.
The Snake in love
- Wise
- Intuitive
- Calm
- Suspicious
- Elegant
- Mysterious
In love the Snake is a passionate but cautious partner. It is slow to reveal its feelings, but once someone earns its trust, it bonds deeply and loyally. It can be possessive and jealous, so open communication is important for the relationship's health. It is compatible with the Ox, Rooster and Monkey and may experience tension with the Pig and Tiger.
The Monkey in love
- Clever
- Creative
- Witty
- Curious
- Cunning
- Adaptable
In love the Monkey is playful, witty and curious, and never lets a relationship get dull. It looks for a partner it connects with intellectually. Getting bored quickly and having many interests can make it hesitant to commit. When it communicates honestly, it becomes a loyal and fun partner. It is compatible with the Rat, Dragon and Snake and may experience friction with the Tiger and Pig.
Compatibility here is based on the animals of the two birth years. A full reading also looks at the elements and the month, day and hour pillars, so treat it as a starting point.