With a birthday that falls on the May 16 Zodiac, you’re a Taurus. Taurus is known for being down to earth and sensible in everything that they do. A fun lover who enjoys spending time with their friends, a Taurus is someone many people hold dear.
If you’re a Taurus, there’s plenty to know. Read on as we cover all the info you need about the personality, love and career life of Taurus.
Quick Facts to Know About the May 16 Zodiac
Before we dive into what makes a Taurus a Taurus, let’s cover some fun facts you may not know about this Zodiac sign.
- Astrological symbol: Bull
- The brightest star in the Taurus constellation is Aldebaran
- The second house is your ruling house
- Taurus is an earth sign
- The modality of Taurus is fixed, which speaks to the honest and generous nature of Taurus
- The ruling body of Taurus is Venus
- Lucky day: Friday
- Lucky numbers: 7, 9, 13, 26
- Famous Taurus’: Queen Elizabeth II, Jack Nicholson, Iggy Pop, Barbra Streisand
The Story of Your Sign
The story of Taurus is an interesting tale of romance and seduction.
The Greek god Zeus was well known for his extramarital affairs. Zeus was able to assume any earthly form he pleased and used this power to disguise his exploits with other women.
Zeus took a liking to Europa, the daughter of King Agenor of Phoenicia. Zeus noticed that Europa liked to spend much of her free time with other girls down at the beach. He instructed his son, Hermes, to drive the shepherd’s cattle down from the mountain range towards the shore, where Europa was enjoying her day.
Zeus then assumed the form of a bull and joined in with the flock of cattle descending on the shore. He was an incredible bull. His coat was snow white and shiny, and his horns were pristine and polished. He approached Europa, who took an immediate affinity to the beautiful bull.
They spent some time together on the beach, and before long Europa climbed onto the back of the bull, who began wading out into the ocean. The coastline receded further from view, and Europa quickly realized she wasn’t dealing with an ordinary bull.
The pair arrived at the beach of Crete, where the bull changed to his actual form, revealing himself as Zeus. Zeus and Europa had three sons born from their affair, including Minos, the King of Crete.
Zeus bestowed Europa with many gifts, including a dog, which would become the Canis Major constellation.
Beyond the Greek interpretation of the myth of Taurus, there are appearances of Taurus the Bull across many cultures, including the Babylonians and Egyptians.
Taurus Personality Overview
Taurus representatives are complex people, who possess a broad range of personality traits. They’re known for their generosity and helpful nature and down to earth attitude. On the other hand, they can be selfish, materialistic and stubborn.
The positive and negative predispositions of Taurus representatives help shape the type of people they are.
Positive Taurus Traits
Taurus’ are known for several great personality traits, they are:
- Dependable
- Generous
- Helpful
- Grounded
- Patient
- Independent
- Hard-working
- Trustworthy
Taurus representatives are well known for being down to earth and grounded. They never get too high, or too low. They’re also quick to lend a hand in any way they can to help their friends, loved ones, or even strangers.
Taurus’ are also considered to be hard-working and dependable. They can be counted on, and if they start a project, they’re planning on seeing it through until the end, regardless of how difficult it may be to complete. It’s these personality traits that often find them success in their careers.
Taurus’ seem to have a knack for finance, but they’re certainly not thrifty, and they aspire to have the finer things in life.
Negative Taurus Traits
There are two sides to every story, including the Taurus personality. There are also some negative traits which Taurus is predisposed to, such as:
- Self-indulgence
- Laziness
- Materialism
- Possessiveness
- Stubborn
While Taurus’ generally have great personalities, there are some traits to look out for. For one, Taurus can often become self-indulgent, to the point where they prioritize their interests over others.
Taurus is ruled by the second house, which rules over all material and non-material possessions in the universe. This makes it easy to understand why Taurus is known to indulge in the finer things.
They are prone to materialism and like to hoard possessions as well as wealth. This type of behavior can get in the way of their true priorities, like their loved ones. They also tend to be stubborn, especially when they don’t get their way.
Taurus’ tend to handle change poorly, and their resistance to change can come back to bite them in many different ways, including their relationships and their career decisions.
Taurus & Love: What You Can Expect as a May 16 Zodiac
Taurus is known as a passionate, committed and loyal lover. As such, their relationship outlook is bright.
Taurus representatives seek out stability and would prefer to settle down quickly rather than spend time dating many different people. They’re drawn to fun, and creative types and are known as affectionate and loving.
While they’re predisposed to want to settle down, they can also be choosy and want to make sure they’ve found the right person before they fully commit themselves to a relationship. It’s common for Taurus relationships to grow from strong friendships, as opposed to love at first sight.
Taurus is typically reserved, and would rather lose a potential love interest instead of fight to win their heart. While they’re fun-loving and outgoing, the passive nature of Taurus means they’re rarely one to make the first move.
When single, Taurus likes to lead a drama free life, and would rather spend time with themselves than jump into a relationship they aren’t sure of. A Taurus looks to spoil their lover and feels a need to protect them, and while they like to feel needed, they also value a lover with their sense of independence.
Most Compatible Signs
While Taurus is compatible with many different signs of the zodiac, there are a few signs which tend to not get on quite as well with Taurus.
Taurus is most drawn to the other two earth signs: Capricorn and Virgo. In these signs, Taurus finds a compatible match because their thoughts on life and their value systems are similar.
While other earth signs are instantly compatible, Taurus is most drawn to Scorpio natives. In Scorpio, Taurus finds an unpredictable and independent partner who is also able to focus their devotion on the Taurus, making for a strong match.
Least Compatible Signs
There are also a few signs that lack inherent compatibility with Taurus. Sagittarius and Aries, in particular, tend to not make great matches with Taurus.
With Sagittarius, Taurus finds a sign that isn’t very compatible, and both are unwilling to budge on key issues. Sagittarius embraces change and loves to travel the world, whereas Taurus is a bit more of a homebody that doesn’t deal well with changing environments.
With Aries, Taurus finds a sign that is almost entirely opposite in every respect. While they do say that opposites attract, the stars are not in favor of an Aries and Taurus relationship.
Aries tends to have a mile a minute mentality, where Taurus is much more relaxed. Aries loves to spend money and has a “you only live once” mentality whereas Taurus tends to think more toward the future, and likes to conserve wealth.
Taurus’ tend to do well in relationships with those born on the 1st, 2nd, 10th, 11th, 19th, 20th, 28th or 29th.
Of course, relationships between any sign are possible, provided both sides commit themselves to compromise and communication.
The Work & Career Outlook of the Taurus
A diligent and persistent worker, Taurus is quick to become a cherished member of any time they’re on. They have a knack for breaking down large projects into individual tasks and attacking them one by one.
Taurus works well in a management role, as they have an easy time thinking critically and delegating work. They’re never one to seek glory, and their focus is always on the good of the team. They aren’t flashy, and they tend to lead by example.
Taurus’ typically are the first ones at work in the morning, and the last to leave, and their hard work and determination often makes them one of the most valuable players on any team. When they’re serving in a support role, they’ll do whatever it takes for the good of the project.
That said, Taurus does have a hard time taking direction in instances where they think they know better than the project manager. While they’ll work hard no matter the situation, Taurus may become resistant to authority if they think they could be doing a better job if they were in charge.
All this considered, there are a few jobs that are a great match for Taurus.
Positions within finance such as an accountant, analyst, broker, banker or venture capitalist all jive well with the Taurus personality. Taurus generally does very well with money, and they welcome the challenge of managing money for others.
Positions within the business field at the executive level are also right up the Taurean’s alley. Taurus natives tend to excel in business roles and provide the management style and expertise needed to see important projects through to completion.
As an earth sign, Taurus is someone who relates well with nature. Positions that deal with nature, such as architecture, agriculture, or the biological sciences also make a great fit for a Taurean.
A position as a chef is also right up Taurus’ alley. As a chef, Taurus has the opportunity to put their team-first nature and hard-working mentality to the test in a high energy environment that allows their unique skills to thrive.
Finally, Taurus’ tend to also do well in law or politics. Taurus is honorable, fair and hard-working. Coupled with their ability to delegate and manage teams of any size, a career in politics is also a viable option.
Taurus Symbology
There are many signs and symbols throughout the world that are believed to have a positive impact on Taurus.
The lucky color of those born under the May 16 zodiac is green. Green represents growth and fertility, and it should be worn on clothing, and green objects should be on display throughout the Taurus home.
Continuing with the green theme, the Taurus birthstone is Emerald. Emerald suggests regeneration or rebirth, and this stone is closely related to the goddess of life. Emerald is believed to make the wearer more creative and opens up the paths of communication. Taurus should wear Emerald jewelry whenever possible.
The metal most closely tied to Taurus is copper. Copper speaks to the helpful and spontaneous nature of Taurus. Copper is one of the first elements that was discovered by humankind, and its believed to bring prosperity and fertility. Copper jewelry and copper hardware in the home are both two ways to incorporate this beautiful metal into your life.
The flower of the Taurus is the poppy. Poppies are a symbol of grace and elegance, and they’re also used to commemorate lost veterans by many cultures, including Canadians and the British.
Violets and Lilies are also flowers closely associated with Taurus.
In Closing
The sensible and reserved Taurus is full of potential in every aspect. From their relationships to their career to their personal life, Taurus is blessed with an even and fair demeanor, a helpful nature, and the foresight that’s necessary to succeed both personally and professionally.
As a Taurus, be careful not to indulge your negative predispositions, such as laziness and self-indulgence, and instead focus on bringing out the positive. Try and open your mind and embrace change when it comes, instead of falling back on what you’re comfortable with. With the right mindset, there’s nothing Taurus can’t accomplish.
