Don’t freak yet… Your Taurus will love these gifts…
Discerning Taurus would rather have one good-quality item than a roomful of knockoffs—and they can tell the difference! Beautiful handcrafted objects or indulgent accessories like a buttery leather purse or wallet will never go amiss. Assemble a gourmet gift basket of fine wine, truffles, and locally made cheeses, breads, or olive oils. Treat your Taurus to a day of massage and pampering at a spa. Take out the guesswork by buying your Taurus man a membership in a subscription service that delivers curated assortments of luxury goods, from pens to bathrobes to liquor, four times a year.
This auteur works at his own pace, in his own style…
Taurus is a Venus-ruled sign, and that influence is noteworthy in film director Wes Anderson. His movie sets (like The Royal Tenenbaums, Moonrise Kingdom, and The Grand Budapest Hotel) are carefully and artfully curated to the tiniest detail. His funny, moving, and original films charm and move his audiences. No less a light than Martin Scorsese wrote of his work, “this kind of sensibility is rare in movies.” And like all sensitive Bulls, he can be insecure and melancholic—harsh criticism hurts his feelings! All this hardworking auteur asks is to “let me live in the moment” and make movies as only he can make them.
Cate Blanchett stays true to her Taurus nature…
Nothing is more important to Taurus than family, and Aussie star Cate Blanchett is proof of that. The star of dozens of films, including Oscar and Lucinda, Elizabeth, Ocean’s 8 and Lord of the Rings, moved with her husband and children back to Australia. Her goal? Be closer to family, give her boys a permanent home, and be near the Australian theater community.
This earth sign native is outspoken on behalf of environmental causes as well as women’s rights. Accepting the Best Actress Oscar for her acclaimed performance in Blue Jasmine, she spoke out about the power of films about women. “Audiences want to see them, and in fact they earn money,” she said. “The world is round, people!”
Taurus’ ideal mix…
You crave stability in your work. Today’s up-and-down job market can be disconcerting to someone who’d prefer to stay in one place for 25 years, collect the gold watch, and retire to a comfortable pension. Sad to say, those days are gone. If your dislike of change is keeping you in a less-than-ideal job, broaden your options. Don’t give up the regular paycheck, but look at a cause that moves you, such as your local food bank or school arts program. Propose a way that your company can collaborate with the nonprofit. Everyone (including you) wins!
The Bull kills it as a boss!
You have what it takes to lead. You’re a great planner. You value productivity, follow-through, and loyalty. You calm tense situations and stressed co-workers. You wrote the book on perseverance. With you in charge, a project will be done on time and on budget—if not early and under budget! And you give credit where credit is due. But your stubbornness could make you diss ideas that seem too radical. And planning can turn to paralysis if you examine every pro and con of every pro and con. With more flexibility and willingness to hear other views, you’ll crush it as boss!
Use your creative and humanitarian sides, Taurus…
If you’re searching for a career, look to your strengths. You’re creative. You excel at turning abstract ideas into concrete reality. Consider fashion designer, chef, artist, florist, or interior designer. You want to create things that are useful, so how about an architect? Your steady nature needs a career with staying power, where the products or goals aren’t constantly changing. Making a tangible contribution to society is important to you, so try a nonprofit like Habitat for Humanity, or mentor young people as a Big Sister or Big Brother. Organic farming would suit your earthy nature, while a museum career would nourish your love of beauty!
Taurus is best at balancing spending and saving…
Because you love security, you’re the one with the balanced bank account, plenty of savings, pension, IRA, cash under the mattress, and a rainy-day fund. For the most part, you’re a conservative investor (you won’t be the one trusting your money to anyone named “Ponzi”). But given all that, you’ll take a financial risk if it’s for a cause you believe in. You can sniff out a bargain, but you won’t buy junk no matter how low the price. Your love of luxury could make you spend more than you should, especially if it’s an item you love! Take care!
This is how you pave your way to success…
Here’s news that all working Bulls can get behind. You love your weekends, and now studies show that what you do outside of work can make you more productive on the job. Want to succeed in your career? Then throw yourself into your favorite fun activities with the same single-mindedness that you bring to your job. Love to get your hands dirty in the garden? Paint watercolors in the park? Immerse yourself in a good book? A half hour of “you” time every day will boost your spirits, recharge your brain, and could even help you earn more!
Find your way to flexibility…
You’re a creature of habit. You strive for security. Concrete goals are your friends. Your pace is steady, and you refuse to be rushed. But know that a plodding pace can drive others crazy. Those routines could turn into ruts if you aren’t careful. And there’s a reason why “bull-headed” is another term for stubborn! Tenacity is one thing, but make sure you aren’t so set in your ways that you can’t change no matter the circumstances. Don’t be afraid to stretch and try something different at work. You might discover a new skill, and you’ll certainly score points with the higher-ups!
Odeya Rush, a shining Taurus example!
At age 9, Odeya Rush moved to America from Israel to pursue her acting career. Having grown up watching American television, the reality differed only slightly from what she expected—a place Barbie would live. She honed her talents by entertaining her four younger brothers (two sets of twins) and doing commercials. By age 12 the veteran had transitioned to TV and film.
In 2012 she co-starred in Disney’s The Odd Life of Timothy Green, and was excited and nervous to see all the adoring fans at the movie’s green-carpet premiere. Considering that other projects pair her with Jeff Bridges and Meryl Streep (The Giver), Ben Kingsley (Mary), and Jack Black (Goosebumps), this talented Bull got over those opening-night jitters in no time!