Their materialistic attitude notwithstanding,Rats often go out of their way to protect and encourage their inner circle of friends and family members.

The outside world might perceive rats as quick-tempered and sharp-tongued, but never boorish.Rats are a Sign that everyone around will quickly learn either to love or to hate.

Intellectually, the Rat's keen mind always seeks out new knowledge, to be stored away for future use. This ever-curious Sign also welcomes challenges as a way to stay sharp.

A valuable lesson for Rats is to learn to consider others above themselves, at least sometimes. If they can develop their sense of self and realize it leaves room for others in their life as well, Rats could find true happiness.