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Happy New Year and welcome to the Year of the Tiger!

If you’re following the Chinese zodiac, 2022 is all about unleashing your inner beast and getting a bit wild. Well, that’s our interpretation anyway.

Why is 2022 the Year of the Tiger?

The Chinese zodiac follows a 12-year cycle. Each year in the cycle is associated with a specific animal.

The Tiger is the third of all the zodiac animals. According to one myth, the Jade Emperor said the order would be decided by the order in which they arrived to his palace. The Ox was about to be the first to arrive, but Rat tricked Ox into giving him a ride. Then, just as they arrived, Rat jumped down and landed ahead of Ox. In this way, Ox became the second animal.

The Tiger came in third because he was able to move quickly, just beating out the fast-paced Rabbit.

The sequence is:

• Rat
• Ox
• Tiger
• Rabbit
• Dragon
• Snake
• Horse
• Goat
• Monkey
• Rooster
• Dog
• Pig

Last year was a Year of the Ox, so that means that 2022 is a Year of the Tiger.

What characteristics are associated with people born in a Year of the Tiger?

Those born in the Year of the Tiger are believed to be brave, they value independence, and also have a strong sense of justice.

How should we celebrate the Year of the Tiger?

The Spring Festival at the start of a new year is a major event for people around the world.

Homes are decorated with red paper lanterns, and friends and families get together to share sumptuous feasts.

To help spread the love, Fridae is offering everyone 24 months of Perks for the price of 12.

Happy New Year!