The Chinese zodiac, explained | ShaoLan 

I think a lot of people miss some of the points made in this presentation. Even if you don't believe in any of this, if you work with any number of Chinese people (who believe this, plenty see it as bs) this would be useful to gauge how they might act around others and how they try to understand others. Understanding Culture is never a bad thing

I just love her accent!

Okay but her style is slaying 😍👏🏼👏🏼

My favorite part of the presentation are the icons with the Chinese characters combined with it's corresponding graphic

I've met Shaolan in person and she is very friendly, kind, and incredible to talk to.

I am a horse. No, this has nothing to do with the video, or the Chinese, or any mythos they might hold. I am just a horse. I thought you should know.

Personally, I thought this was an excellent talk. In the amount of time she had, she was able to describe the basics of the Chinese zodiac. It does not matter whether you agree with it or not, but it is important to learn about other people's cultures and their traditions. Plus, it's an interesting conversation starter :)

I love this woman. Her speech is entertaining, intriguing, and well-spoken.

Dad's a rat, mom's a snake, I'm a goat, and my sister's a dog. I love my family.

she is beautiful

Regardless of what people say, I love Chinese traditional culture and I am glad she shared this with enthusiasm.

This was one of the best analytical explanation provided for Zodiac....brilliant work

Well, I'm a tiger and I hope I end up rich as well lol

(*For anyone concerned, this was something I wrote on the day this video was posted, when people in the comments were really being mean. It doesn't apply so much to the comments on this video anymore. I mean no offense to anyone here. Actually, I think it's nice to know that so many people wanted to watch this video, and have positive things to say these days.) Reading this comment section has reminded me of something I've recently been trying to ignore: the majority of RU-vid commenters are some of the stupidest and most bigoted people in the world. For those of you who missed it, this video was explaining what the Chinese zodiac is, and what effects the belief system has in the real world, including some of the modern-day effects on global culture. She is not trying to make a stand on whether this is good or bad, and she is not trying to convince people to believe in it or follow it. All this presenter does is point out that this exists, and says that you would be wise to acknowledge that this belief system exists, and that you should pay attention to how it affects the world around you. It would be in your best interests to take into consideration how widespread beliefs affect attitudes, behaviours, and policy -- especially because, in spite of first appearances, this will have some level of effect on your own personal life. That's what this presentation is about. But apparently a lot of you viewers out there fail to see that and complain, "Blah blah, is not scientific, meh meh, waste uf my time." How nice to see how close-minded you still are.

It's quite interesting how the chinese zodiac signs are suprisingly very accurate. I was born in the year of the dragon, and many teachers at my school have said that our year level is one of the most intelligent and talented that they have seen in a long time.

She was so cute. :) I really enjoyed her explanation.

I was hoping for a more in depth explanation, like how or what determines the animals and how lucky they are.

Both my parents are dragons and I am a pig. You can just imagine my life 😓

I loved this. The compatibility is accurate and on point!😊

The Fire type Pokemon starters are based on the Chinese zodiac

I'm Chinese and this is just plain stupid.

Thank you #ShaoLan for a really interesting talk. I agree it's so important to understand the culture and history of different people in the world if we're to make a lasting connection with others in the global community. We in the West benefit greatly learning from cultures that have survived for thousands of years. Chinese Astrology, as well as many other ancient systems of tracking time cycles, trends and more recently insights into personality, is a fascinating subject and worthy of study. When watching your +Chineasy videos I'm reminded how much our thinking, and therefore our actions, are influenced by the words and pictures in our minds. And by understanding the building blocks of a culture which include the stories, symbols and metaphors of it's past and present citizens, we can more understand other people and ourselves.

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EXPLAINING THE YEARS!!! NO ONE ELSE HAS!!

Ever since I was a kid, learning about the Chinese zodiac for the first time, I always thought I was a rabbit. I was born in 1999, year of the rabbit, and my dad is even a rabbit himself. But a few years ago, I discovered that it wasn't the case; in 1999, the lunar new year didn't start until the 16th of February, and I was born on the 15th, three hours before midnight! So in actuality, I'm a tiger; a yang-earth-tiger to be exact. Coming to terms with it, I feel like tiger resonates with me more than rabbit ever did. Moral of the story: if you're looking into your Chinese zodiac sign and your birthday is anywhere between January and February, double check to see if the new year was before or after your birthday. You're welcome in advance.

You cannot determine what Chinese Zodiac sign you are based on what year in which you were born according to the Western calendar. I spent most of my life thinking I was a Dragon, only later to learn that I'm actually a Rabbit because the Chinese New Year did not start until Mid-February in 1988.

she is pretty.

Ancient Hellenistic Astrology student/Rabbit with Snake Rising here...,You have charisma!! Thank you for your expertise. Fascinating

Chinese zodiac is serious. I was told to avoid a someone from a certain zodiac to prevent some misfortune a while ago and it's quite accurate.

I'm a dragon boiiiiii what's good

I love Chinese zodiac. I'm glad someone is talking about this so publicly. I'm a fire rabbit, by the way.

Very intuitive, Thank you for Sharing.

Very nice. I would like to share this video to my friends.

'When those dragon boys grow up, they will face much more severe competition in love and job markets.' [Smiles broadly]

This was really interesting. I don't support the idea of actually putting stock in things like the zodiac, but it's fascinating to learn about.

I like the way shoalan has simplified the chinese characters itx easy for me recognize them.

thanks... I am from India. it's very very help for me

I am a Rabbit. Not an ox, not a tiger, a fucking rabbit.

*I'M A TIGER! FUCKING AWESOME!*

谢谢你，我每天学习一点儿中文 This was fascinating to listen to, fantastic presentation! Cheers 😃🙏🏼

She is very informative and well spoken

I'm a tiger + Scorpio that's gotta be some nuclear combination 😂🔥

Wish I had been taught this in international business class.

Just realized that this video was released in my birthday

I think she did a very good job on her presentation

This was really cool! ...And I'm a tiger so that's pretty awesome. Undesirable yet less competition resulting in more chance for success? Yes please!

I love the chinese zodiac because it is very accurate. I’ve learned to rely on it time and again. For example my first marriag was very problamatic and only lasted 7 years. I married the sign directly opposit me... a big no no. Now I am in a very healthy, awesome, fun, 22 year relationship with the sign most complimentary to mine. The personality traits always fit the the year asigned, just sometimes we don’t recognise ourselves!

Watching this on Lunar New Year. :)

Great, I would like more info on the subject. I am a rooster and this is my year!

Doesn't work. I'm a dragon and my life sucks

I'm a Tiger and Virgo haha. Two of the zodiacs with the richest people.

very nice slides

To understand the Chinese zodiac is to understand the inner workings of each individual. I’ve been studying it as long as I can remember(I’m an analytical snake). I use it as a tool, to help me understand others and what makes them tick. It’s easy to see how this can not only help you relate to others, thereby mitigating potential conflict, but it also gives you a leg up on potential competition, be it in your business or personal life! I truly believe people who choose not to invest time into understanding the Chinese zodiac are doing themselves a great disservice!

I am a Tiger.. My temper is appropriate to the situation. When it comes to my children.. Thats when i get in crazy mode. My Granddaughter is also a Tiger.. she is the calmest kid i know.. Very intelligent and a leader among her pears. I dated a Dragon for about 4 years. He did not have power.. He had EGO..

She said we should do something about it... So we should explain how illogical it is to believe ALL people born in a single year to share similar personalities?

Those heels! Damn she is beautiful! Great fashion and great accent. Seriously though, I learned a lot here. I never knew my element before.

those were some sick presentation slides

That's very interesting--I wonder if western zodiac or metaphysical principals have similar data trends

am I the only one who just love her shirt?😂😂😂

Chineasy is so beautiful, I'm half way there with the (first/red) book :-) Thanks Shaolan!

I am from the Ilocos Sur , Philippines. Our family believes in Chinese zodiac. We have a book called " Lunario" that serves as a guide before making a big decision like marriage, building a house and etc... By the way I am a Dragon (1976) I am a dragon (1976)

even if i dont personally believe it, westerns have to respect this way a little if it honestly influnce billions of peoples economic and social decisions. lets open our eyes and have a little more respect for other cultures

Channel name TED. Title has "zodiac" in it. Coincidence? I think not

Captivating and interesting

My brother is a Tiger, this explains so much!

Wait, an account called TED is uploading a video about the ZODIAC? Hmmm....

As someone born in the year of the dragon (1988) and in fact my surname is dragon (龙), I can tell you that I have faced a lot of setbacks in life. I've been rejected by my first choice universities, companies I've applied to and people I admire. It is nothing to do with not trying, people know me to be very hardworking, ambitious and charming. It is only when I focused a lot more on my spiritual self and cared less for material things that life got easier for me. What I'm trying to say is, honestly - these zodiac things are nonsense. Just be the best person you can be and treat those around you well! God (or the higher power or the universe, or whatever you want to call it) will take care of the rest!

Most informative.

Great information!!!👍👍👍☺️☺️☺️💗💝💜💙💚💛

*_imagine a person who was born under the ox sign who's hardworking but conservative even a tardy one.. yeah that's me_*

I got fascinated by her speech and checked out my zodiac sign (Fire Ox) just to encounter that it describes the absolute opposite of my personality. A pity since my western one (Libra) fits well with me. Welp, I won't be trusting in any zodiac any time soon, but I get that it is important to know when dealing with chinese people. I wonder if I should lie and tell them the sign that best describes me... I would have to hide my age though.

I'm a Cancer (crab) born in year of Snake. Both of those signs have similar characteristics. Husband is a Taurus (bull) born in year of Bull. Yes, he's stubborn, and tends to charge around! In both zodiacs, our signs get along very well.

Great video

Happy tiger here :D

Western astrology also goes a lot more in-depth with natal charts (You have a sign for every planet and every house which influences a certain aspect of you according to what the planet or house influences, according to western astrology). I find them both interesting. Yeah, it's got no validity to it, but it's just fun.

+TED May I ask for the name of the artist who created the graphics for her presentation? They're such clever designs.

Thank you

I'm a tiger and I plan on becoming rich

Pisces squad where are you?♓

PRESENTATION IS A GOOD AND AMOUSING STARTER FOR STUDYING AND MAKE SOME IMPRESSION IN CHONESE🎓💛♐

This talk seems to tie into the book Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell.

very proud to be year of the dragon. haha💕

Muito interessante, a personalidade bate certinho, ja acompanho o HOROSCOPO CHINES a muitos anos, e algo milenar, sei que na CHINA o nome da crianca e conzultado antes do nascimento tao grande e a importancia que os Chineses dao ao nome que sera dado a crianca......

Wow as usual people in the internet are mean, quick to judge and completely misunderstand the purpose of things and where she is coming from. I appreciated this talk and her intentions

Thanks you

Haha, my family has fire horse, fire goat, metal snake (me, lol) and tree rooster. :')

This was supposed to be my year. but I've had nothing but bad luck.

4:14 i litterally love every single one of these people omg wow. Wow.

This is so interesting

she is so gorgeous!! :)

how do you control the boy / girl birth ratio? abortion?

Thank u♡

great speach and presentation 🐰🐇

Well, dragon has the most population. Im a dragon myself

It's sad that an entire nation of so many people is so invested in mythology like this that they actually put their babies' lives at risk by having them born early.

ITS MY YEARRR

good sharing

Im a rabbit but everyone in my class are dragons HM MMMMM

This dragon wants to know where can I get those boots!

Very interesting.

Finally, a real world reference for *The Orville Season 2 Episode 5*