The Taurus Man

"If at first you don't succeed, try and try again" could be every Taurean's personal mantra. To an outsider's eyes a Taurus man may sometimes appear slow and lumbering, but wave a red flag under his nose and he will paw the ground and charge.

Like the bull that attacks the matador with its head held high and nostrils flaring, the Taurean man meets every challenge that comes his way with pride and determination. He is the epitome of persistence, resolve, and strength. Provoke him at your own risk, for the Taurus man has a hot temper and won't hesitate to unleash it.

He is set in his ways and stubborn once a decision has been reached. The Taurus man is patient and a workaholic. He is happy to be a beast of burden for a period of time, if it means that he will be able to reap the rewards later. He is the sort to chase the big payoff and the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

Taurus is an Earth sign, and the Taurean man loves all things physical and material. Wallowing in the mud of delicious excess is one of the Bull's favorite hobbies. Tactile and appreciative of the finer things, the Taurus man will surround himself with comfort and luxury – fine food and expensive wine, the classical arts, and the good life are what he strives for. Toil and struggle are dandy, but at the finish line, a Taurus man will want his just rewards.

A Taurus man is traditional and prudent. He can be an old-school kind of man who will open doors for you and turn up with a corsage as a first-date gift. Thoughtful and sweet, with big, sad eyes, his is a slow, shy kind of charm. His overall goal in life is to have a cozy home, a warm hearth, a true partner, and a good life. A steady routine and emotional stability suit the Taurus man just fine. He likes knowing what to expect from his career, life, and love. Some determined Taurean men stomping their way to success include Bono, David Beckham, Dennis Rodman, Fred Astaire, and Pierce Brosnan.