Western Zodiac
Taurus

In the Western zodiac life cycle, Taureans represent the last years of childhood and the beginning of adolescence. They have a simultaneous sense of growing independence and awareness of vulnerability. Gaining and protecting one’s own possessions is critically important for Taureans. So too is demonstrating their physical capabilities in play and love. As the Fixed modality of the Earth element, Taureans work tirelessly to safeguard what they have and build productively for the future. This can sometimes lead to quite reasonable accusations of stubbornness. However, their innate constructiveness means Taureans are often surprisingly accommodating in the interests of the common good. Ruled by Venus, this sign also has a profound aesthetic sensibility, a keen sensitivity to beauty and human achievements.

Perhaps less obvious, but with plenty of potential, are the signs Taurus shares a minor aspect with—the semi-Sextile connections of Gemini and Aries, and the Quincunx connections of Libra and Sagittarius—and of course, kindred natives of Taurus. Finally, there are the Square matches of Leo and Aquarius, which can be more challenging but equally rewarding.