What 2021 Has in Store for You, Based on Your Chinese Zodiac Sign

Birth years of the Rat: 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020

Next year of the Rat: 2032

These are trying times, and so a rosy picture cannot be painted for anyone. But relatively speaking, the Rat is in a good position in the year of the Ox. "Expect a year with fewer hardships and troubles because Rat is Ox's good friend," Levitt says. "But [Ox] is going to want a larger contribution at work. Rat is going to have to follow through and put forth a little more effort this year." The Ox is an animal that delivers (and expects) dedicated, consistent labor. It being a Metal Ox year only emphasizes that point, as it is a firm, resolute element. Everyone will have to give it their all in 2021, but luckily for the Rat, that work is a little easier when you're friends with the boss. Kick off the Chinese New Year by acquiring these 11 lucky things to always keep in your home.