▲Social butterflies, Venus-ruled Libras are never short of social connections. However, they can begin to derive too much of their happiness from outside sources.

▲Stoic planet Saturn rules Earth sign Capricorn, which could make tapping into states of happiness more difficult for them; they tend to be very hard on themselves.

▲Co-ruled by serious Saturn and disruptive Uranus, Aquarians may also find it a little harder to tap into their contentment. They might fear judgment and struggle to sit with difficult emotions.

▲Virgos are known for their meticulous ways, signature organization, and high standards. As a result, they need to learn to set boundaries with themselves, as well as others.

▲The intensity of a Scorpio is hard to match. That's because they're co-ruled by fiery Mars and transformative Pluto, and may struggle with happiness more than other signs.

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Co-ruled by expansive Jupiter and magical Neptune, Pisces is one of the dreamiest signs of the zodiac. But they need to beware of escapism and getting lost in their fantasies.

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Luminary-ruled Leo lives with a solid foundation of jubilation. But Leo can crave validation from others, which might prevent them from stepping into their fullest expression.

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Mercury-ruled, air sign Gemini has a natural flair for communication of all kinds. They find comfort in sharing their encyclopedic knowledge with others.

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Aries are natural born leaders. They are happiest when they can take charge and lead others, forging a new, unwalked path.

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Taurus needs a strong sense of security and stability to feel happy in the world. Ruled by Venus, this Earth sign has a natural affinity for beauty and the finer things in life.

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Water sign Cancer is ruled by the Moon, which is symbolic of the home, family, and ancestry. More than others, their home and 'family,' however this definition fits individually, is key to Cancer's happiness.

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Naturally buoyant fire sign Sagittarius is happiest when they feel freedom and a sense of adventure in their life. Travel and exploration are their homestead.

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Known for their upbeat, enthusiastic, and exuberant natures, Leo and Sagittarius have naturally positive attitudes that help to uplift those around them.

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Leo and Sagittarius are the happiest zodiac signs. This is because Leo is ruled by the bright, enlightening Sun, while Sagittarius is ruled by expansive, optimistic Jupiter.

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Most of us wouldn't object to feeling happier! But while there are many activities we can pursue to boost our happiness overall, did you know the stars can also play a role in our baseline state?

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However, every sign has special positive traits they can lean into, to feel happier in their day-to-day. Knowing what these are can help you take the steps to spread (and feel) a little more joy in your life.

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Taking the time to focus on what they've already achieved, setting realistic goals, and finding a healthy balance between work and play will help make Capricorn feel much happier.

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Leaning into their individuality, rebelliousness, and quirks will help Aquarians build their confidence. By being their authentic self, they can feel a much greater sense of peace and joy.

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To feel happier, Libras should learn to enjoy their alone time. Cultivating a relationship with themselves will help them find their inner equilibrium, loosening their dependency on others.

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Learning new things, visiting new places, and expanding themselves intellectually (and spiritually) will help Sagittarius build on their already strong foundation of inner happiness.

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Scorpios are deeply connected to life's mysteries, sensing things others don't. Following their intellectual hunches—to explore their favorite topics in greater depth—can help Scorpio feel much happier overall.

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By loosening their grip on perfectionism, Virgos can learn to find joy in simplicity. Small steps in releasing the reins can help Virgo feel a lot happier overall.

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To feel more joy and happiness, Leo should release their pride, to fully follow their passions. By expressing themselves freely, they can build their sense of self-assurance: with or without applause.

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By bringing the beauty of the transcendent into reality via art, music, poetry, dance, or any kind of creative expression, Pisces can feel much happier.

Sources: (Reader's Digest)

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Building on their close relationships helps Cancer feel a sense of deep emotional satisfaction and contentment. Creating a comfortable home that feels like their sanctuary will raise their happiness levels, too.

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Independence and the possibility to blaze their own trail are needed for Aries to be at their happiest. Being the bigger person—someone who walks away from petty behavior—also helps Aries feel empowered.

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Cultivating a sense of abundance and comfort from their existing items, the ones that imbue a sense of sentimentality and gratitude, will help Taureans feel happier.

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However, they might shy away from going deeper. Ironically, having intimate conversations with those closest to them is the very thing that can bring Gemini a lot of happiness!

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Happiness is a state we all aspire to. Ranging from contentment to joy, life satisfaction differs between people as much as their zodiac signs! But did you know some zodiacs are more likely to be happier, naturally (looking at you, fire signs)? Even if yours isn't one of these, not to worry—depending on your star sign, there are actions you can take to boost your joie de vivre to embrace a happier way of living!

Curious? Click on to discover how to be happier, according to your sign.