The Goat of the Chinese Zodiac

The Goat of the Chinese zodiac is compassionate, kind, and affable. This is a strong Yin sign, and everything very much operates from their internal world.

Everyone likes to have a Goat friend, and this is because they are wonderful at easing tensions, ill feelings, and negative energy between people.

The Goat is the quintessential Good Samaritan who wishes only for harmony between people of all races, colors, and creeds. They dislike conflict, yet they are not afraid of it. Goats see themselves as mediators and diplomats who must go from one hostile party to the next, building bridges so everyone can get along.

The Goat is an emotional person: dreamy and artistic in equal measure. They love to fantasize and imagine, and they have a very special connection with nature.

Gentle souls, they find it hard to comprehend why the world can be such a nasty place. There is so much beauty to life, and the Goat believes that life would be a lot better if we focused on the good.

However, because of the Goat’s sensitivity, they can be prone to depression and a tendency to withdraw. They are also very sensitive to criticism, and harsh words affect them strongly.

One of the worst ways of teaching a Goat is by subjecting them to strict discipline or harsh methods of control. A Goat will either shut down their emotions entirely or become a complete wreck, growing more emotionally unstable with each outburst of despair or anger. Goats need gentle nurturing from the time they are born, for the harsh realities of life tend to affect them more deeply than other signs.

However, though the Goat may seem fragile on the outside, there is an inner strength that others must not underestimate–goats don’t have horns for nothing! When they feel they are under attack in some way, out they come. Goats can be surprisingly passionate and loud in these instances, and when you have upset one, be prepared for prolonged sulking with frequent glares.

Unlike more overbearing signs such as the Dragon or the Tiger, the Goat of the Chinese zodiac will never attempt to get their way through forceful means. Instead, many pleas and much coaxing are often involved.

The Goat can send people on guilt trips to the point that the person in question cannot possibly bend to the Goat’s wishes. Goats tend to mince their words a great deal, which can be frustrating for others when they refuse to get to the point, but instead, beat around the bush in the hope that others will understand what they are communicating without actually having to say it.

The Goat is a kind-hearted soul and would go to the ends of the Earth for another, but be careful not to take advantage of their kindness! If they feel as if they are being used or taken for granted in some way, be wary of their bigger, tougher friends.

Goats always have many friends because of their kind, accommodating nature, but when thwarted, they have no problem running to the biggest and strongest of their inner circle to complain about you so someone else can deal with you instead.

One of the Goat’s drawbacks is their tendency to worry too much. Goats can worry themselves to death over the smallest thing!

Pessimism is an innate part of the Goat’s nature, and they will always imagine the worst-case scenario. The best thing you can do for your dear Goat friend is swiftly dispel these terrible thoughts. Be the light to their dark moments, and you will have a friend for life.

Goats are family people. They have a love of the home and love to entertain guests with scrumptious meals, apple pies, tea, coffee, cake, and all sorts of goodies. There is nothing the Goat of the Chinese zodiac loves more than to see everyone they love having a lovely, pleasant time together. This is indicative of their caring nature.