Free your mind from the 9-5 grind. On Wednesday, January 30, broad-minded, entrepreneurial Jupiter wakes up from a four-month nap in Gemini and your second house of income. Innovative ideas for earning your daily bread are worth paying attention too; in fact, you could strike gold while Jupiter holds this position until June 25. Its possible, youve already dreamed up the very idea that will bring you abundance. Jupiter has been in Gemini since last June 11, but the retrograde on October 4 seemed to sideline your ambitious plans. This week, its all systems go! If youve ever dreamed of being your own boss, the next five months could be fantasy fulfillment for you. Even if your venture begins as a side job, its worth exploring. If you already sign your own paychecks, this Jupiter cycle should bring an abundant boost. Think bigger: where is there a hole in the market, Taurus, and how can you successfully fill it? Jupiter is a bit of a gambler and reminds you that without risk there can be no reward. Alas, this maxim doesnt go down easily for a play-it-safe type like you. Sit down and crunch numbers this week. Break out the spreadsheet program and make a plan. Facts and figures will soothe your churning mind. If you prefer the security of being an employee, Jupiters go-getter energy could turn your attention towards a more fulfilling (and yes, more demanding) job. Jump in the training program that will position you for a salary increase. Send your resume to a foreign company. With Jupiters global influence, you might be telecommuting with the Mumbai or London office or traveling overseas to check out the production line of your import/export biz. Some Bulls might even move far from home base for work before June 25. On Friday, February 1, your ruling planet Venus changes stations, moving into Aquarius and your tenth house of career until February 25. Hello, mover and shaker! This Venus phase blesses you with extra charm and influence. You could sell Sumatra beans to the Starbucks barista, Taurus, so get out and work it. Socializing with colleagues can send you shooting up the ladder. Join an elite networking group or club where you can rub shoulders with the go-getters of the world. As Venus rules love, youll be craving more tradition and stability in affairs of the heart. Single Bulls, give someone a little older or more established a chance to win your heart. In an LTR? The next three weeks are prime time to map out your shared goals for 2013. How can you support each others ambitions and stay connected all the while? Dont forget: its a team effort. Also on Friday, go-getter Mars shifts into Pisces and your eleventh house of collaborations. As you gear up to take on the world, remember that its all about who you know. Working with the RIGHT people is a must, so dont be too quick to join forces. Mars in Pisces is extreme and can bring both magical beings and shady characters into your realm. Go the extra mile to do background checks while Mars holds this position until March 11. Better safe than sorry, even if it means waiting a little longer to find the right people to team up with. Jump in a group fitness class this weekend! Mars in the eleventh house finds you energized by the company of other people. Break a sweat and burn off stress from all the activity happening in your career. Its all about balance, Bull.

General Characteristics of Taurus

Sensual Taurus is ruled by Venus, the planet of love and beauty. Your sign loves great food, romance and beautiful things. Venus kicks your five senses into high gear, so you are are happiest when surrounded by the best of everything. Satin sheets, gourmet dinners, a glass of red wine, and boom...you're relaxing into one of your famous, 14-hour naps. Not that you don't work hard, too. Like a bull, Taurus operates at two speeds: either totally relaxed, or charging headfirst towards a target. You prefer to keep the peace, but when you're pushed past your limit, watch out! Underneath it all, you just want to be comfortable, and surrounded by life's finest offerings. Taurus knows what s/he likes, and that's that. You stick with your opinions, and you don't change unless there's a really good reason. You can be stubborn...but on the upside, you're also loyal and dependable. Just be careful not to get stuck in a safety zone or your life could become stagnant. Take a chance and try something new. Sometimes, change and risk can bring the progress and reward you're wishing for.

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