Want heaven on earth? Ask a Bull how!
One word describes the Taurus home: comfortable! You’re seriously attached to your abode, it makes you feel contented, safe, and peaceful. That’s because it’s so beautifully decorated! But there are no untouchable <i>objects</i> here, just cushy rugs, comfortable couches, perhaps a fireplace to lounge beside, aromatic candles, the softest cotton sheets, and cloud-soft towels. It’s like a party for your senses—touch, smell, sight, sound, and taste! You share Cancer’s love of collecting, but beware that collecting doesn’t turn to clutter. Are your belongings an anchor that helps you feel secure or a burden that’s weighing you down?
Did you know this about yourself?
Whoever heard of an indoor bull? The same is true for Bulls! You’re such a reliable worker that you probably forget to look up, to say nothing of get up, but not doing so could be hazardous to your health.
Studies show that women aren’t spending enough time in Mother Nature. Just a few hours a week can lower risk for heart disease and breast cancer. Walk in the woods, have a picnic, or if you’re more ambitious, play tennis or volleyball, swim or kayak, or run in the hills. Trail running makes you a more efficient runner, plus it’s way more scenic and interesting than the treadmill!
…for basically everything…
Coconut oil isn’t just for suntan lotion anymore. Like so many other foods, it has undergone an image makeover. Now it’s the new “miracle” oil that’s good for every part of your body from hair to toes. Practitioners of Ayurvedic medicine have known of its properties for centuries, and now you do, too!
Skin Moisturizer: True believers say it makes their skin more radiant.
Oral Health: Swishing a tablespoon of oil for 20 minutes may whiten teeth and improve bad breath.
Smoothie Enhancer: Said to increase good (HDL) cholesterol and provide other health benefits.
Butter Substitute or Popcorn Oil: And it doesn’t taste like coconut.
Heal Minor Skin Irritations: Its antimicrobial properties make it good for dermatitis.
Improve Hair: Strengthens and adds shine to dry hair.
Don’t sink on your chair…
If you, like many Bulls, spend your workday hunched over a desk, you’re in danger of suffering more than just a midafternoon slump. Brain fog sets in, and it gets harder to concentrate. And when you sit for a long time the disks in your spine lose their healthy sponginess, and supporting tendons and ligament harden. That’s when you get a stiff back!
Good thing there’s a simple solution—just get up and move! The motion helps the soft disks in your spine expand, contract, and soak up fresh blood and nutrients like little sponges. And it immediately boosts your thinking skills, too, which will make your afternoon more productive. Whether you go for a workout or walk, give your brain and spine a boost!
Glam-up your Taurus style…
Tasteful and image-conscious, your style is comfortable and chic, not edgy or flashy. You may avoid change as a general rule, preferring to stick to your go-to closet staples. But changing up your look now and then can be a good thing. If you lean toward earthy tones, try a shot of bold color in shoes, tie, or scarf. If you usually wear soft prints of violet, yellow, or pink, try adding an accessory in a deeper hue of plum, gold, or fuchsia. Spark up demure outfits with a blast of primary color (in luxe materials) and get out of your rag rut!
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.
Geminis may just be the most fashionable sign…
You gravitate toward anything trendy, fun, and different from whatever everyone else is wearing this season. If muted shades of gray, brown, and cream are the norm, break out the cheerful candy colors. Is the crowd wearing tailored suits? Loosen things up with fabrics that drape and flow. Your arms and hands are your pride and joy, so don’t hide them. Accentuate them with juicy-hued bracelets and dramatic rings. You can rock a hat like nobody else, so add a cloche, fedora, or other distinctive topper to your one fashion staple—confidence!
A Gemini can’t stand fatigue—how to avoid it…
You’re usually so zippy that it’s weird when you drag. There could be a good reason for your lethargy. Try to figure it out and you’ll be back on the move in no time!
How Geminis can get more, better quality shut-eye…
One of the most soothing scents is associated with your sign. Not only is it a proven relaxer but lavender is also showing up more and more in foods and beverages. Your great-grandmother no doubt tucked sachets of dried lavender in the linen closet. Its aroma is calming and conducive to restful sleep.
For a lavender-flavored treat, crush two tablespoons dried lavender buds and 1/8 lemon with a wooden spoon in a large bowl. Add 1 1/2 cups blueberries and crush. Add eight cups lemonade and chill until cold, about two hours. Strain mixture through a sieve into a pitcher. Garnish each ice-filled glass with a few blueberries and enjoy!
Give ‘em the (hot) shoulder, Gemini…
Keep your arms and shoulders in shape by doing lateral raises with hand weights or machines. Or use an exercise band at home. Stand on the center of the band, feet hip-distance apart. Hold a handle in each hand. Raise arms, palms down, to shoulder height, and lower. Do three sets of twelve reps.
And now that you’ve worked so hard to tone those sexy shoulders and arms, show them off! Use self-tanner or a shimmery lotion to accentuate the contours with a bronze glow, then dress them up in flirty, off-the-shoulder or cut-out tops and dresses. Add a sculptural cuff and you’re good to go!