Aries  +  Snake  =Praying Mantis

Naturally the praying mantis species is known for its predatory and manipulative skills. As they grow older, this insect is known to change its diet as well as its tactics to survive. Much like the insect species, Praying Mantis Spirits are master manipulators and possess a true gift for convincing others to do whatever they like. Another similar trait is their ability to blend into the background, waiting for things to come to them. It's important for Mantis 

individuals to realize that power and success can be accomplished "more" if they simply share with others. The energy of Mantis spirits is hard to ignore and upon meeting can be intriguing, well-mannered people. 

As the years pass, many Mantis discover the power of persuasion and use it to the max! They are great at making friends and are adventurous by nature. The aggressive and magnetic energy of the Mantis is great in sales yet prefer more challenging careers. Marketing and advertising is a very productive path to take as these professions allow Mantis to play puppet-master. Many Praying Mantis Spirits find themselves involved in political arenas as well as involved in religious anointings due to the power of influencing others to trust and believe. Dear Mantis, be careful not to allow personal gain to destroy the integrity you have built or the following you have accumulated to come crashing down; the truth will catch up to you! Do more with your skills than serving yourself alone. When it comes to romance, Praying Mantis spirits tend not to let people get too close as they fear that others will have access to his inner being or manipulate them as they do. Yes, dating a Mantis can be a dangerous affair. Many of them sex their mates as if they are in love only to devour them later. Not literally, but Mantis are known as seductive "heart-breakers". If you are interested or involved with a Mantis, make sure that they are emotionally secure. Also make sure that you are open minded and okay with short term connections.