Summer and the rise of yang

First day of summer tomorrow and I'm sure we are all looking forward to some better weather and approaching holidays! Not to mention a bit of summer loving ;) Here at Chinese Love Horoscopes, we totally approve of this time of year of course.

But why would summer have anything to do with Chinese astrology you ask? Because this relates to a yearly cycle that includes the opposite energies of yin and yang. Yin represents the darker months and encourages rest and recuperation over these seasons. But come spring and leading into summertime, yang's energies rise to be more powerful and it gives us the chance to bloom and grow to our full potential.

So how will summer affect the different signs of the Chinese love horoscope? Let's take a look!

Rat - The summer is a time of plenty for the rat and relationships will be blessed with extra security. If you are a single rat, it is likely that love is to be found closer to home than you might have thought.

Ox - Those born under the sign of the Ox love this time of year and enjoy the feeling of being useful to those around them. Allow yourself to thrive and you will build some strong foundations in your relationships for the rest of the year.

Tiger - Summer tends to make the Tiger a little impetuous and so make sure that you don't make any rash decisions and confuse those around you. It is a great time for you to show others that you care though as it will seem much easier for you.

Rabbit - The Rabbit would do well to avoid any kind of argument or conflict at this time of year as it does tend to go to their heads and get out of hand. For Rabbits with a family, this is the time of year to make them your priority.

Dragon - The Dragon likes changeable times and the summertime needs to be unsettled for him or her to thrive. So if it's sunny one minute and raining the next, the Dragon will full of energy and romantic trysts will be more likely!

Snake - If you are born in the year of the snake, you are likely to feel like slowing down over summer and may even be prone to a lazy streak at this time. But if you are wanting to get closer to one, this is the time to do it! They will be more susceptible to your advances ;)

Horse - The Horse can be a little prone to spontaneity at the best of times but in the summer, there is no stopping them! With regards love, this will be the time for flings and holiday romances.

Sheep - Over the summer, Sheep like to be around others even more than usual and so they are to be found at parties and gatherings as often as their busy schedules will allow! A good time for single sheep to pick up some admirers along the way.

Monkey - Those born under the sign of the Monkey do love to play over summer! This would be the best time to encourage them to be more creative or even to widen social circles. In love, the Monkey is very relaxed and a good friend at this time of year too.

Rooster - The Rooster likes to party over summer. They hate to waste the long summer evenings and they are drawn to the light and the warmth. Not always such a good time to be the partner of a Rooster though as they can put their energies all into work if they feel inclined.

Dog - In the summer, the Dog likes to focus on those close to them and so established relationships will flourish. This doesn't mean that single Dog's will not find anyone though but starting with a friendship will probably work best.

Boar - If there is a time for those born under the sign of the Boar to fall in love and thrive in a relationship it's the summertime. This is when they like to play and you will see the fun side of their personalities. Relationships that do start at this time though are likely to last and not just be a fling.