How do you get Taurus to do anything?
A frustrated reader writes:Enough about Scorps! What about Taurus? Why are they so damned stubborn? And how do you get them to do anything??Have you noticed that Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius are all fixated in one way or another? They are all resistant to change, whether in the realm of ideas (Aquarius), their self-importance (Leo) or emotional resentments (Scorpio). All these signs have one thing in common -- being fixed signs. They're all stubborn, just in different ways. What makes Taurus take the cake, though, is that the Bull is an earth sign. Compared to the other elements (water, fire, air), earth is the most reserved and cautious. Earth signs (which also include Virgo and Capricorn) need to see the goods to feel secure -- cold, hard cash; a plotted graph; a dust-free cabinet. When you mix fixed with earth, you get Taurus -- the most stubborn sign of the zodiac. Taurus doesn't want to let go (fixed) of any of his possessions (earth), and wants things to stay just as they are, thank you very much.
So, how do you get him to do anything? Venus provides the key. The planet of love, money and art is the ruler of Taurus. The Bull is a pleasure-hound, and will be roused out of his laziness if there's a reward to be had. The reward, mind you, must be physical -- praise won't cut it. A deep massage, sexual favors, rich food, sweets, money -- whatever it takes to bribe Taurus into taking a course of action. Learn the principles of behaviorism to develop an effective schedule of reinforcement. You know: rat gets pellet of food when it hits a lever.
I know it's not easy. If Taurus has dug his heels regarding an issue important to you -- such as his willingness to spend Christmas with your parents -- then it may take some creativity and persistence to find the right carrot to get your donkey walking.
Comment below: How have you gotten your Taurus to do anything?
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posted by Jeffrey Kishner at 3/08/2007
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This is perfect for me! I have two taurus kids!
I can coax my son into doing stuff with cash. I can coax my daughter with entertainment of some sort.
Even things like getting them to rid of old baby toys (they are now 14 nad 11) its a chore. I paid my son to get rid of them. Then my daughter was offered a concert from a friend, I used that to get her to toss her old baby toys. They are such pack rats!
Get a taurus to do something? Hahaha. That is a real funny one.
I had a Taurus once.
Rewards work (sometimes) but I find that the best way to make a Taurus do something is to make him think it's his own damn idea. Seriously. And then tell him what a good idea it was, too.
Anonymous:
You are so right, and that just makes me laugh because I used that trick when I dated a Taurus.
I'm a Taurian female and these suggestions are good. However, with myself I've noticed that subtle movements work best. Posing the idea of the intended action, letting it sink in, not rushing for an immediate response, and then providing some positive things that may come from it. Taurians do a lot for others, to the point that they martyr themselves a bit. Positive reinforcement and showing your appreciation goes far with them. I have to absorb things first - think them through. Once I've accepted it and considered all angles - I move forward.
I had a Taurus boss and we worked closely together (the only two in our department). Since part of our jobs were to go out on sales calls, we would "reward" ourselves with long lunches (her fav hobby!), pedicures, or whatever...I would bring up any ideas that might not go over well with her during these outings. While she ate, I'd wait until she gave her first moan of ecstasy before broaching a sticky subject. She was all ears!
I also noticed that one of her closest friends (another Taurus) would always bring her a homemade dish right before asking her for a favor. It always worked like clockwork. That was the only time I wished I could cook. lol
I love what Sagilarious said...LOL.
HAhaha indeed.
Anyway, my husband is a Taurus,with Aquarius Moon and I can (occasionally) get him to do things, LOL.
My moon is Taurus too, though not conjunct his Sun.
I probably am stubborn emotionally(who me?)but my husband does Take the cake.
I tell him straightforwardly, no big prelude very little drama(if I can manage;-)]and I don't explain long windedly.
I sometimes tell him it's something difficult to talk about, or sweetly ask him to please listen patiently for my sake.
I am accustomed to explaining, and talking, and details--most of which he doesn't want to hear, but does want to hear the facts he needs to know what I'm talking about or what he's deciding about.
You know what's a good one?
If he does something I like and have suggested, or hinted about, I say things like"Oh that was so clever of you to try that"LOL.
Oh--I didn't even finish this and I see that Anonymous said the last thing I just said--"make him think it's his own idea!"and I see Sagilarious agreed-- *That* is it allright!
That's what I meant.;-)
Oh--as regards Taurus and meals, and cooking!
Yes! he loves his home cooked meals--always!
I read someone here saying something about cooking for a Cancer--but I've found Taureans are even more into their food.
He's very thin, but while, I'm not, I don't care about meals and such--he wants his cooked meals-always, LOL
Haha. THERE IS AN ART TO FOOD!
Nagging is the MOST annoying thing to do to a Taurus. Present me your facts and your pros and cons, but a constant nag is usually a positive NO from a taurus to your request.
Great advice, Jeff. Let us know waaaaaaaaay in advance. If we haven't acted on it, it doesn't mean we forgot. We are sitting back and waiting for the right moment to strike. :)
As a Taurus Rising with Venus in Leo (fixed again) I have great trouble making myself do anything, even when I'm very much aware of how necessary getting some things done is. Studying for instance.
Then, as soon as I get finished with one little piece of a million pieces puzzle - I reward myself (mostly by spending time doing nothing, lol), like I moved a mountain.
Now, there's a trick with me - you can't bribe me to do anything, don't know if it's for my Cancer Sun, or for Venus in proud Leo, so until I decide I'll finish whatever the job is nothing moves me to do so. Luckily I'm smart enough to move myself (often when the deadline is getting damn close) or I wouldn't do anything with my life and myself.
As a Taurus, here's what works with me.
Ask for my help when you sincerely need it. I often notice myself if someone needs help & just pitch right in quietly. Don't take advantage of me, if you do & I figure it out - I'll probably just start avoiding you. Don't whine. Reciprocate from time to time, shameless moochers get dropped off my list quick (unless they are relatives, then that's just the way it is). Don't embarrass me by thanking me in front of others, speak well of me privately instead. If I've helped you repeatedly, be loyal and don't badmouth or criticize me behind my back (nothing I despise more than a hypocrite). If I don't offer to help you, it's that I don't want to - I'm busy with something else, I don't like you, I don't think you really need it, etc.
DO WHAT WORKS BEST FOR TAURO-- MAKE HIM SEE RED
HE'LL BE MOVING SO FAST YOU'LL CHOKE FROM THE DUST
CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR
then RIDE, SALLY, RIDE!
tauro don't move til he's good an ready
Help, I am in love with a Taurus male and I am a Scorpio female. I have known him for several years, as we used to do business together. When I met him I was married on my way to divorce. Over the years he has always kept in contact with my sporadically calling me out of the blue to find out how I am and what's going on. I have been divorced for a few years now and when he called me one day I suggested that we meet for a drink (no strings attached - we just always have great convo and lots in common). After meeting him for that drink I realized how charming he was and we started talking on a more frequent basis (for hours on end at least 2-3 times per week) he works crazy hours (owns his own business) but we enjoy talking and have lots of laughs. Ok I am IN LOVE WITH THIS MAN and I have to have him. I recently started professing my love to him, he thinks I am dillusional and doesn't really believe me (I think - he may be playing and has the need to feel desired) but he keeps referencing my ex-husband who I am SO over. We had sex once (unexpectedly) a few months ago and he kind of lost his mind right after "he started saying that I made him weak, etc" -- so I figured ok won't be getting that good stuff again any time soon) once he even said "you made me feel like a 17 year old high school boy that night" (but I'm a scorpio we can't help it) however after a week after that incident I was able to baby walk him back to our regular state (he seemed so scared after we had that initial incident) so things are back to normal now but I have to have him and yeah I know they have to slowly think everything out... but does ANYONE have any ideas on what I need to do in order to get this man because I KNOW he likes me. He's a man who works from 9am until midnight most days so if he didn't like I am sure he wouldn't waste his time always talking to me. I am a great cook, etc. I can even cook entrees from his native country (as we are both from the same country) but I got to get the man over my house again in order to feed him. His b-day is coming up do I send him something or is that too aggressive - what do I need to do? Any and all advice is welcomed!!
I'm a taurus female, and stubborn should have been my middle name. I'm so bad sometimes you can try to bribe me with money or food *smile* and I still won't budge. I'll just do it when I good and ready...but I think I've met my match with my Scorpian husband AND daughter lol
And yes...I'm a HUGE pack rat lol
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