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Taurean’s life is going to result in constructive achievement that will be to the envy and admiration of others. Very little will prevent them from being a success in their chosen field, as they do not let obstacles defeat them and they can find their way out of every difficulty. Taureans find happiness and contentment through determined and persistent effort. Their reputation for wisdom, practicality and stability earns promotions and continual advancement. Taurus people are happiest when creating/building houses or bridges, developing a business, making a home or raising a family. They make close friendships easily and enjoy many of them. Strangers recognize their sympathetic and understanding nature and will often turn to them for advice. They need to be more expressive of their feelings. Obstinacy/stubbornness is their worst fault. Taureans may refuse to accept changes in their daily life or insist that the old way of doing things is best but they will end up being out-of-date. They need to study all facets of a case before making up their minds and they must avoid becoming prejudiced. To achieve success in their life, Taureans must work in a career they enjoy. They have all the attributes of industry, perseverance and intelligence it takes to succeed but they should never undertake anything that does not appeal to their interests, even though they think it will bring fame and/or fortune. They are reliable, methodical and good craftspeople who are not afraid of getting their hands dirty. If you are a Taurean born between April 19 and April 24, you have a dominant personality, which affects the environment around you. Taureans of this period often have solid careers and family lives. They need the freedom to act and instruct. The fiery, impulsive and intuitive Aries nature is conflicting with their earthy, sensuous, practical Taurean natures, which brings imagination and reality together. They are strategic in thought and action with instinctive and thorough preparation. If the Taurean’s birthday falls between April 25 and May 2, they can often be hardheaded, pragmatic, and stubborn. These Taureans are susceptible to charm and flattery, into physical/earthbound comforts such as a beautiful house, food, sex, sports, etc. and is based in reality. They have an agreeable, easy-going way about them when things work smoothly but can drop into an emotional slump when things do not go as planned. They are slow to action often waiting to see if things can work themselves out and during this time miss many opportunities. These Taureans like to be the boss, protector, helper and nurturer and builds competent teams of harmonious cooperation. Often they take on too much responsibility. They must try to expand their horizons and see other viewpoints. Taureans born between May 3 and May 10 are more concerned with the plans and action of ideas and techniques. They have something to say and share with others. They are the teachers, educators and leaders by example who walk their talk. They often have unconventional beliefs and are the movers & shakers when dealing with serious subjects. They must guard against a sense of infallibility, learn to be more flexible and accept other people as is. They enjoy people but also need some alone time as they enjoy their privacy. Taureans whose birthday falls between May 11 and May 18 value nature, honesty and straightforwardness above all else. They have a tendency to close off and go inside themselves if attacked by criticism, are ostracized or discouraged in anyway. These Taureans are highly sensitive and need to be free to express themselves. They are often self-taught, learning from experience and nature. They are free spirits who love animals. They can be naive, enjoy simplification in all things and take the path of least resistance. They have a natural grace and wholeness. The Element of Taurus is Earth. It is associated with productivity, fertility, growth and regeneration. A person born under the influence of Earth is someone who is instinctively driven by a need to plan and strategize and who will not change his or her decision on a course of action. Often misunderstood and underestimated by others but who is resourceful even when they are most afraid, and compelled to take action. They are the warriors and hunters, challengers to injustice. Earth signs require participation and need to interact with others, otherwise their planning and strategizing natures are unfulfilled. The Ruling Planet of Taurus is Venus - Affection Venus people have fine taste and discrimination. They favor occupations dealing with production of “luxury” goods. Artistically inclined but not gifted, they can recognize and appreciate beautiful things. Venus people bring happiness, and they should cultivate one of the arts as a hobby or past time if not as part of their career. They are an excellent mixer, genial, welcome everywhere and make friends easily as well as keep them forever. They need to put their foot down in order to get what they want. They favor warm and abiding love, a pleasant domestic life and a home filled with cheer and good will. Venus people must guard against lack of force or drive Positive Venus Traits: Charm, appreciation, of beautiful things, creativity, considerate, social. Negative Venus Traits: Vanity, laziness, self-indulgent, indecisive, possessive, jealousy. Color: Pink (Red & White together)
Path to
self-realization is through grace and wholeness. Crystals/Birthstones: Emerald: Inspiration, patience, integrity, domestic bliss, loyalty, unity, unconditional love, partnership, friendship. Physical, mental, emotional stability. Regeneration, recovery, joy of life, combats claustrophobia, mental clarity, memory. Healing: Infectious illness recovery, sinuses, lungs, heart, spine, muscles, general health of eyes, improves vision, detoxifies liver, rheumatism, diabetes, assists in epilepsy.
Topaz:
Empathy, soothing, stimulating, motivates, truth, forgiveness, joy, generosity,
abundance, highlights goals, sheds light on path and taps into inner resources,
self-confidence, self-control, openness, honesty.
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