Out of all the 12 signs of the zodiac, Taureans are the biggest pain in the butt to many people because of their stubborn, controlling, possessive attitude to life in general. They are very good at giving advice, and love to get into your ear about any matter they think they are the experts in, but they are not too happy about accepting advice from others who may know more about a subject than they do. Taureans are like a dog with a bone; they will never let go of a situation, always holding on, afraid that someone may take away what is theirs. Taureans are known as the exaggerators of the zodiac and some do have a tendency of telling half-truths at times or blowing things out of propor­tion when communicating with others. Financial and emotional security is important to them, as they are insecure and at times very selfish people. They need to know what their regular daily routine is and that certain things will always happen at certain times. They totally dread the thought of not having any money in their old age and it is said you will find that many Taureans of the past are some of the richest people in the graveyard, because they are too mean to spend any of their wealth.  Taureans can never be pushed into making a decision about anything; they need to have a good procrastinating think about it first. This is why they miss out on bonus opportunities in their life, due to the fact they are still standing at the station when the goods train has departed.

Taureans are extremely passionate, although very slow at times to get the relationship moving at a fast pace. They make excellent, stable partners, but they must learn to control their possessive attitude. The need to be touched and loved is very strong in them and although they can sustain themselves for great lengths of rime without emotional and sexual contact, their natural glow seems to fade if affection is not forthcoming. Sexuality plays a major part in a Taurean's life. Although they are driven by a healthy animal lust they are also very practical about making a commitment; but when they do they will always feel better, more alive and stimulated after a good sex romp with their partner. One good thing about their sexuality and love is that they possess a good dose of consistency and endurance. They toe good hearted and generous with their lover and will go to any lengths to make their partner happy. In return, however, they insist on staying power and total loyalty.

The Ideal companion for them would be someone who enjoys making love with a little spice and variety, someone who can experiment and introduce them to new and exciting forms of lovemaking. Taurus needs more pleasure than excitement and it is important for them to experience the fulfilment of love from the top of their head to the bottom of their toes. There is a wide spectrum of individuals that appeal to them and they also attract to the more rugged type of individual, especially one with a high sex drive. One thing they should always remember; they will never find true love by controlling the people around them and their environment. They should never invest their emotions in people who are not truly worth it; otherwise sorrow will come knocking at their door.

Taurus governs the neck and throat, muscles and veins. Usually the constitution is exceptionally strong and robust. The neck and throat being the weakest parts, Taureans are subject to sore throats, diphtheria, mumps, quinsy and tumours, in the region of the throat. They are also liable to heart and kidney problems, blood disorders, diabetes, problems of the generative system, veins and sexual organs. Laziness is fatal to their health, so work and exercise are their best medicine, together with less food and alcohol.

Taureans can be plodders and their motto could be "slow but sure". Taureans love trust and responsibility, where a sense of material values and practicality is a part of their everyday routine. They can be artistic and have a produc­tive flair that can be exercised in the absence of urgency, risk of sudden changes or insecurity. Taureans can be patient, persevering and economical, and prefer a routine job with a pension at the end.  They are not afraid of hard physical work and do not worry about getting their hands dirty. Many Taureans attract to the outdoors and make good fanners, gardening and horticulture experts, landscapes, bricklayers, builders and prospectors.

Taurus is also attracted to anything beautiful, elegant and colourful, and people of this sign can be great artists, beauticians, hairdressers, fashion designers, florists, interior decorators, jewellers, models, musicians, travel and resort managers, confectioners and milliners. They certainly don't like to be rushed off their feet where work is concerned and the fast lane or rat race is not the place for them. They are much happier when they can go at their own pace, take control of the work situation at hand and operate at their own speed. Taureans love money and security and would enjoy working in the banking industry, stock market, accountancy, insurance or investment consulting. Taureans also make good pay-office clerks, cashiers and government employees. As long as they have their material and emotional security at hand they will always be happy; however; their biggest problem is greed. They always want more. Taurus children have great intelligence and fantastic mental abilities. Parents should help them find a way to combine their excellent reasoning power with their feelings. Taureans can be successful in business and will endeavour to make lots of money, for material security is important to them. They could follow a career in investment brokerage, import-export business, the travel industry, sales, the stock exchange, electronics, aviation, computers, art, writing, music, singing, composing, creative design, media, banking, biology, cosmetics, antiques, retail floristry, fruit growing, farming, restaurants, business administration, office work as a personal assistant, confectionery manufacturing, interior decorating, money lending or gym instruction.

The Taurus woman is usually cool, calm and attentive, with an aloof exterior. She can be attractive and she likes to wear the finest clothes, jewellery and perfume. A Taurus woman needs to be needed, touched and hugged, as physical contact is important to her. She certainly loves to frequent nice restaurants, eating the best gourmet food; however she usually prefers her own environment and enjoys entertaining at home with family and friends.  The Taurus woman can be very fixed in her ways, a trait that gives her obstinacy, persistence, tenacity and dependability, together with a pompous, self-righteous air. Material resources are extremely important to her, as she has this need to possess and control her life independently. She is also possessive other family and loved ones. Let no one try to steal her husband or lover - it is like waving a red rag in front of a bull.

Taurus women can be greedy and jealous of the wealth, success or beauty of their peers. The Taurus woman lives a simple yet complex life; she can be resourceful and has the knack of manipulating resources and people to get her own way. She is extremely self-conscious, creative and habit-bound. She usually sticks to the same routine and seldom likes change or interruptions to the way she does things. She can really dig in her heels and then stubbornly refuse to acknowledge it. You can certainly trust a Taurus woman with your money and secrets; she truly believes that honesty is the best policy. Her word is like a written contract; she will always stand by it. Taurus women love to be organised at home or at work. Their built-in time clock computes how much time they will allocate to their different tasks. Taurus women are usually punctual for appointments and meetings, and can be relied on for running (functions, seminars or even the family birthday party. Comfort and contentment are always important to the Taurus woman. Her self-indulgences are boundless; keeping her weight down can sometimes be a problem. The Taurus woman is a godsend in an emergency or tragedy; she has the ability to handle the most delicate situations for others in a cool methodical manner. If you need a dose reliable friend, look no further than a Taurus woman.

Taurus men are usually extremely practical, with their feet firmly set on the ground. They can be very protective and, in many cases, noticeably possessive of their partners and anything that belongs to them. They are most consistent and dependable, although you can never push a Taurus into anything quickly. As a realist, a sensible and cautious person, Taurus likes to think issues and decisions through thoroughly and move carefully. Taurus men are basically very genuine, steadfast and constant in their affections. Others will value their sincerity and reliability highly, as it is easy to build a relationship based on trust and fidelity with Taurus men. Home and family will always be of utmost importance to a Taurean. He cherishes his surroundings and will love and protect his family. He will always take his responsibilities seriously. Strong, loyal family ties are important to these men and they love to establish roots and settle down.

The Taurus nature is immovably stubborn, proud and, in many cases, extremely selfish. When this man makes his mind up or takes a stand, he will not back down. Most Taurus men do not like too much change in their daily routine; they become very uptight or unsettled under the pressure of continuous variety. Success and winning are important to Taurus men; they thrive on the exhilaration, and it is important to them to be seen to be successful. The respect of their peers, particularly the people they admire, will sweeten their satisfaction even more. Taurus men make good managers; they are thorough and like to be organised in whatever they do. Unfortunately, due to their insecurities, they have a tendency to procrastinate and bend the truth at times, or even avoid the issue at hand. Taurus men are not motivators, nor do they like to venture out in front, breaking new ground or establishing new paths. They would prefer to have others do the dirty work, while they get the credit for it.

With lucky Jupiter in transit through Capricorn throughout 2011, expect a racy year full of busy communication, higher education, long distance travel, and contact with people from abroad, assistance, cooperation from the legal fraternity, exciting adventures with friends and plenty of variety and change as you branch out into new world’s of endeavour. You should not hesitate to try out new things, experiment with life and captivate everyone and everything in your path. Mental interests, study, correspondence, interviews, meetings, negotiations and travel are all available to you this year and it is up to you to decide on what you want and how you can achieve success in these matters. You will feel confident and on solid ground when making your business or family decisions and you will be charged with positive energy. Use your free will, as you will be very much aware of new opportunities that come along. With the influence of the non-conforming planet Uranus in Pisces, connecting in a positive aspect with your sign throughout 2011, it will be impossible for you to be content with superficial answers and you are impatient with people who avoid looking candidly and honestly at root causes and hidden reasons for any problem or situation. You will tend to force your views on other people this year in your own diplomatic way and you may also become obsessed with an idea or problem until you have figured it out. You will certainly have many opportunities to do the things you have procrastinated about in the past due to your insecurities. Now you feel more confident and ready to apply your talents in a positive way in anything you decide.

This is a good year to schedule social activities or even business meetings where tact and friendliness together would be a plus. You may act as a representative and harmonize between people with differing viewpoints and bring them around to your way of thinking. Also, participating, attending or directing media, social, cultural or sporting events is favoured and you may be asked to take up an official office on a committee, head a group or team, or become a member of a board of directors. Thoughts of love, an appreciation for beauty, and an aesthetic enjoyment of your surroundings are brought to the fore this year as well, especially when making your place of abode more comfortable through renovation or deciding to move away from your  local area to a bigger and more comfortable dwelling elsewhere.  Saturn’s cautious influence will continue its slow and methodical journey in Virgo and link favourable with your sign throughout 2011, targeting your sector of speculation, investments, outdoors interests, music, artistic theatrical and cultural activities, creative endeavours, social activities, sport and children. During 2011, you will become more secure, wiser as you tighten your ways of spending and living.  Your incomes and your attitude towards money matters, extravagance and spending on friends and associates will be cut to the quick, as you become more frugal and conscientious of accumulating wealth.

During this year, your intellectual and literary abilities will improve, this is a good year for any kind of studies or activities that demand mental concentration and you may take up a course in information technology to increase your knowledge and skills. If you are involved with teaching, writing, public relations, sales, marketing, travel, hospitality, consulting or self-employment, you will have a very fruitful year. This is also a positive cycle if you are involved with politics, correlation, transcripts, wills contracts, law and order, and direct communication with others through arbitration or mediation.

With Pluto continuing it’s transit in Sagittarius this year, you may find this as a year of adjustment to your true and basic interests, you will be interested in developing and improving your whole personality, including your physical body and the characteristics of your temperament. A new you will appear, but the degree of your success will depend entirely on your own effort and initiative. As you can be a very lazy person at times when it comes to exercise and body disciplines, this year you will intend to change that by joining a gymnasium or treating yourself to some form of fitness program and perhaps diet. Your vitality will increase month by month and you will feel very energetic and will be ready for action. With Venus catching a brief moment in your sign from May 1-24, your vanities will also increase through looks and clothes and you may have the desire to be the centre of attraction in any situation you are involved in. You won't be willing to remain in second place during this year, your authority and trust in yourself will increase, which will help you accelerate to the top of any endeavour you find attractive. This is a year to overcome hidden fears or personal insecurities and get on with your life.

The relationship with your family will be very important, you will be closer and more protective and you may even decide to sell up and move away to start a new life, or you could increase your holdings by purchasing another piece of real estate as an investment either in the county, coastal or overseas. Action packed Mars will influence and speed up your negotiations and intended directions in the months of March, April and May, August and September, favouring mercantile activity and personal projects. It is during these months you should shoot for your highest goals and don’t be afraid to take a few calculated risks. Business will prosper and you may seek out new ideas and projects for your future. It will be easy for you to learn, take up new educational opportunities and also to relate your know-how at meetings to others during this year. During 2011 you may be linked in some way with long distance travel, publishing, media, photography, theatre, music, writing, travelling, languages, examinations, advertising, sales or promotions. Agreements, contracts, and joining your efforts with others will work out very much to your advantage now. A friend or person in authority may feature very prominently in your destiny this year and offer assistance or present you with an opportunity that will benefit you in the future. Also, you will reap rewards later for the generosity and aid you extend to others this year. Throughout 2011 your mind will be sober, logical, methodical, careful and responsible as you proceed through this busy and eventful year. Success is indicated and for the first time in 12 years you will feel the chains of restriction breaking away as you venture into a wonderful period of freedom and future happiness. Don’t make mountains out of molehills and be positive with your life’s direction.

Both friendship and material benefits may well come to you throughout this year and you will also feel very sociable and gregarious and seek conviviality, especially with people who really know how to have a good time. With Neptune in Aquarius charitable and philanthropic impulses will be stronger and should be followed with positive action on your part. You feel inclined to speak to others about your innermost feelings, your past, and other personal subjects, which builds closeness and trust in your relationships, especially with your partner and family. You are also a sympathetic listener this year, drawing out others' feelings and personal experiences, especially in the months of March, April, May, July, August and November. You may also hear from someone from your past or reach out to someone you have a long history with or who was once very important in your life. Your emotions will be intense and spontaneous throughout 2011 and you won't restrain yourself expressing them to this person, or those who are close to your heart.

Overall, this will be a year of emotional enjoyment and you will enjoy each place and each moment. Your disposition will be happy, enthusiastic and vital, but also authoritarian and at times possessive. You will impress others with your firm expression and the trust in yourself that you will transmit, together with your noble attitude. Throughout 2011, you may develop a great sense of justice and will turn very protective of others during this year, especially family and you will also show a great aptitude to organize and to direct others with their emotional problems especially when Mars and Pluto clash in March and Mars and Uranus collide in August. You will receive more support from your family and friends this year, although there also could be strong disagreements and arguments because each party will have firm opinions and a tendency to be inflexible about your own emotional direction. Your personal magnetism will also increase and could bring romantic situations of conquest and seduction as your sexual desires and fantasies are more pronounced this year than other times. Sexual and emotional experimentation will appeal to you, especially when Venus the planet of love enters your own sign in May and opposes your sign during late September and mid October. During the cycle you will create a flow of deep emotions and your emotional juices will be in high gear.

Some singles will experience their real first, sexual or love experience and others will enjoy the pleasantries of love in harmony with each other. During 2011 you may search for the admiration and the approval of friends especially the opposite sex, which could lead to jealousy, if you already have a partner. You will be very selective in your private world and will not be satisfied easily with people you have around you. Some married couples will experience a strange or unusual event in their relationship between July, August and September, others will go their own separate ways, either divorce, or arrange an open marriage with their partner. You may reorganize or undertake some major changes and reformations in your present home conditions as well. Your attention may also be on family matters and the relationship with your mother, or other women who exercise some authority on you. You or they, may become dependent upon you, it will be difficult to cut certain family ties. On one hand you will receive support and approval of your ideas, but it also is possible that you will encounter demands or limitations to your own freedom. Your emotions will be very intense and you should try not to lose your objectivity. Others will be more attracted to you now and your relationship with friends will be very important, especially when you need emotional support. You will find it much easier to express your feelings, and your past experiences will influence your present acts. Memories of your family and the relationship with your mother will be particularly influential in your decisions throughout this year. You may have to be less stubborn and more compromising, if you wish your emotional relationships to be successful. Relationships will encounter some strange or unusual experiences from August to December and loved ones may be concerned with their security both emotional and material.

Neptune planet of service, creativity and social concerns, is continuing its long journey through Aquarius, your sector of work, career, profession, service and your relationship to workmates and associates. You are probably feeling quite bored with your daily routine and wish for a life that is more challenging and exciting. Your destiny this year may lead you to an interesting exciting change in career, jobs, profession or activities related to anything different from the normal routine and you may have a strong pull towards careers or activities to do with caring, social reform, hospitals, institutions or prisons, police service, intelligence agencies, navy, boat building, fishing industry, oil companies, breweries, painting, textiles, graphic arts, fashion, beauty, hairdressing, theatre, electronic media, music, metaphysics, spiritual or religious development. You are more attracted to jobs that are exciting and emotionally fulfilling as you will not be particularly interested in mundane simple routine work. Instead you will have that unusual burst of enthusiasm, investigating and seeking new paths, improving your life’s direction in a way you have always wanted.

With Venus in your work sectors during the February 18 to March 12, August 20 to September 24 you may take up an interest in some type of artistic or creative field or you may wish to become an artist, journalist, agent, administrator, or a manager in a special career. This is a year you may also prefer to take up a creative job with the public or a career associated with the hospitality industry, as service type industries will appeal to you. With Mars influencing your drive and career enthusiasm throughout 2011, you will be extremely impatient when following orders and submitting to schedules and routines set by others, restriction of your freedom and limitation, will not be tolerated by you, especially in the months of March, April, July, September, November and December. During 2011 a few business worries over other people’s money could erupt and you can expect arguments with bosses, superiors and co-workers, budget cuts, a tightening of fiscal policy, a reconstruction of incomes and expenditures, some will decide to retire, given the golden handshake, or will be retrenched.  For a few, the land will be an escape and attraction, a new vocational choice towards farming, horse breeding, horticulture, veterinarian, or stock and station agents may interest you, as your innate aptitudes and career desire will be accentuated during 2011.

This will be an important year for change, immaterial of what you desire, so work consciously and persistently on the achievement of your goals. 2011 will bring many new opportunities, you will feel more confident and safe in showing your own abilities as this will be a year of hard work and career elevation as well as your status. For some there is the possibility of receiving a prize, bonus or recognition for your effort and level of ability. There will be some unexpected modifications and sudden changes in your present job environment, so be prepared. If you have an independent business or profession, you will concentrate on making changes in your daily routine. Be prepared for difficulties with co-workers and associates, watch you back; other may try to pull you down due to jealousy. Throughout 2011 your career, reputation, public standing, or important personal goals gain momentum now. Your superiors or those in a position to support or further your aims are positively disposed toward you and you may ask a few favours from time to time. An important victory or success can be achieved this year if you concentrate on hard work and use discipline to reach your goals.  If you are a writer, teacher or student or are involved in any intellectual work, this is a positive time for you as ideas will flow and it is easier than usual to express your thoughts. Also, this is a good time for buying, selling, negotiating, and communications of all kinds of marketing and sales including real estate.

2011 is really a good year for you to journey wherever you wish to go. Lucky Jupiter will transit your sector of travel all year bringing with it many new opportunities for both short and long distance vacations. The best months this year for taking a holiday are January, February, May, June, July, October and November. It is during these months you will have the desire to slip away either by yourself or with a partner to enjoy an escape to somewhere different. Holidays should also be affordable throughout 2011.

Saturn’s cautious influence in Cancer until July will give you a strong desire to save or invest money and you will lean toward avoiding any form of extravagance and excesses of all kind. However, you should be very careful with your investments, business and expenses during the months of August to December whilst Saturn is in transit through Virgo and a variety of planetary aspects bring you a touch of caution. There may be a tendency to suffer loss, or delays in collections or difficulties in carrying out certain financial projects if care is not taken. Laziness and ostentation should be avoided and it is important you don't neglect the legal or taxation aspects of your life and avoid debts or other financial problems.

For some, your carefree spirit and the over-protection of people around you could cause you to become irresponsible and careless with your own affairs if you are not careful, or you may bend to the monetary whims of others. This year's financial possibilities will force you to earn money through your own efforts, you should rely on your own ideas and hunches about where and how to invest money. You will have periods of economical success and good fortune in the months of May, June, October and November providing you do not procrastinate, your tendency to think about financial matters instead of taken immediate action may cost you plenty in the long run. Throughout the year, you will want to completely enjoy the money you earn or had saved before. You will be given to pleasures you had not permitted yourself before, and possibly incur big expenses or luxuries due to family desires during the last three months of this year.

Throughout 2011 you may find your appetite will increase and you may eat in abundance and if so, it is important to control your eating habits otherwise you will have a weight problem. To preserve good health this year, you must consider the following: eat a balanced diet avoiding the consumption of too many sweets or sugar; watch your weight, every kilo in excess will be hard for you to lose; do some type of rhythmical exercise and combat the tendency towards laziness; eat fresh, uncooked vegetables; do not use much seasoning or have too many alcoholic drinks with meals; breath properly, the practice of Yoga is very much advised; live and work in a harmonious and quiet atmosphere; walk every day as much as you can, or join a gymnasium for fitness and moderate the tendency towards overindulgence in pleasures and sensuality.

Watch out during the winter season for respiratory difficulties, such as colds, flu, chronic bronchitis, pneumonia or pulmonary congestion. You may also be prone to liver and kidney problems. Don’t forget to have your teeth checked this year to help keep your health in good shape. For the ladies in particular, make sure you have your mammogram, Pap smear and blood tests. Difficulties can arise in your nervous system because of the lack of calcium and manganese. Your short-term health problems may be caused by excessive consumption of sugar and starches, or by the lack of vitamins E and P, niacin, copper and chromium. Your most common problems are: lumbago, suppression of urine, stones, renal problems, retention of liquids, and gout. To prevent these problems it is recommended that you add to your diet the following foods: mushrooms, watercress, carrots, alfalfa, soy and its derivatives, peaches, avocados, sunflower seeds, brown rice, wheat germ, raisins and peanut butter.