You know what you
like and tend to like what you know, Taurus, but
the big rewards this year come from tasting
unfamiliar flavors and discovering their strange
delights. It's Jupiter, the planet of
expansion and opportunity, which places the
goodies outside your usual comfort zone and
encourages Taurus to stretch your boundaries to
reach them. Sure, you can play it safe and stick
to the people, activities, pleasures and places
that have always rung your bell. But the old,
familiar tunes are likely to be less exciting
than in the past. "Been there, done that" isn't
generally a turn-off to Taurus, yet it almost
certainly will be in 2007, when variety will add
more spice to your life.
Lucky Jupiter in
Sagittarius reminds Taurus to shoot your arrows
at faraway targets, reaching further to find the
happiness you seek. Take risks not only in
what you do but in what you say as well.
Taurus can be lucky in relationships even if you
are swimming in uncharted waters, so maybe it's
safe to talk to strangers this year. Instead of
kicking the ground with your head down and that
"ah shucks" attitude that makes you so likable,
don't be afraid to sell your wares with passion.
Muted messages are not likely to be heard, and
even when they are, they probably won't get the
responses that you want. An outgoing,
adventurous attitude this year will attract more
of what you want in your life.
Like last year, serious Saturn in Leo is
challenging your earthy Taurus Sun to stop
grazing and start growling. This planet of
necessity demands a better show than usual, even
if Taurus must practice in front of a mirror to
get a look of confidence that you don't quite
feel inside. It's not dishonest to want to
upgrade your image in the world. Leo, like
Sagittarius, is fire, the element of creation.
Instead of simply building on your current
foundation, let your imagination paint a picture
of a brighter future. Once you've found an
inspiration, take the practical steps required
to make it real. When you have the fever, Taurus
can find the force to push forward. Your juices
flow, your energy rises, and you might be able
to advance yourself faster and further than ever
before. Bold moves can shake your world and
upset some people, especially those closest to
you, but standing still is far from the best
option now.
Expansive Jupiter
and practical Saturn form harmonious trines with
each other on March 16 and May 5, making these
exceptionally constructive periods for
committing to a long-term plan. The balance
between optimism and reality is excellent,
giving Taurus good judgment and a strategic
vision to light your way. Another key time is
the Venus retrograde cycle from July 27 to Sept.
8. This is generally when relationships take a
U-turn, as you double back to deal with
unfinished personal business. With resourceful
Venus as your ruling planet, it's an especially
powerful time to review your finances, reclaim
your self-worth and recharge your batteries.
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