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Fire signs
- The fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius) are creative and charismatic. They are known for their fiery personalities, but also their fiery tempers.
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Aries (March 21–April 19)
- The first sign of the zodiac, Aries is a bold and fearless leader. In times of stress, they'll often find comfort in taking the lead and giving orders.
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Aries (March 21–April 19)
- Lean into your fearlessness, Aries, in times of trouble. Take the lead in a calm and collected way, and you can be sure others will follow in your footsteps.
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Leo (July 23–August 22)
- Leos are the most attention-loving sign of the zodiac, and when times are tough, drama often abounds. Leo is also very resilient, however, and no challenge is too great.
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Leo (July 23–August 22)
- The best way for a Leo to deal with any hurdle is to take a step back and view things from a wider perspective. Move beyond the personal, Leo, and lean into your strength.
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Sagittarius (November 22–December 21)
- Sags have a tendency to bolt when they are stressed. The sign of freedom, Sagittarius needs space and new stimulation to find solutions to their problems.
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Sagittarius (November 22–December 21)
- When faced with a challenge, a Sagittarius' best bet is to rely on their incontrovertible sense of humor and remember their higher purpose.
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Air signs - The most sociable of the star signs, the air signs (Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius) tend to go into overdrive when they're stressed. Taking a step back goes a long way.
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Gemini (May 21–June 21)
- Highly sociable and intellectually curious, Geminis tend to talk and think a lot. Their minds are constantly racing when stressed.
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Gemini (May 21–June 21)
- In times of difficulty, Geminis need to get out of their heads and reconnect with their bodies. Breathe deeply, Gemini, and eat comforting, but healthy food.
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Libra (September 23–October 23)
- Libras are great at seeing a problem from all angles, which can make it difficult for them to make a decision is a stressful situation, because they can always see the downside.
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Libra (September 23–October 23)
- Libras tend to function well in a pair, and they could do a lot worse than finding someone to work through their stress, or at least check in, with.
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Aquarius (January 20–February 18)
- When they become stressed, Aquarians typically procrastinate. They tend to try and help others, when really they should be resolving their own issues first.
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Aquarius (January 20–February 18)
- Your intentions are noble, Aquarius, but remember that you need to fill your own cup first, before you are able to really save the world.
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Water signs
- The most sensitive signs of the zodiac, the water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) tend to struggle with stress more than other signs and can become very withdrawn.
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Cancer (June 22–July 22)
- When experiencing stress, Cancerians have a tendency to withdraw, to hole themselves up at home under their favorite blanket and with their go-to comfort food.
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Cancer (June 22–July 22)
- In reality, however, Cancers would do better to reach out to their support circle. Fire up those Zoom calls, Cancer, and see how much better you feel.
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Scorpio (October 24–November 21)
- Scorpios quickly go into stealth mode when they sense a stressful situation. Just like Cancers, they have a tendency to become more private than normal.
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Scorpio (October 24–November 21)
- The best way for a Scorpio to pull through tumultuous times is to stay watchful, observant, and work out a killer strategy.
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Pisces (February 19–March 20)
- Pisces have a tendency to swim away from stressful situations. They often find a workaround, rather than facing problems head on.
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Pisces (February 19–March 20)
- If you're struggling to manage your stress, Pisces, remember that slow and steady wins the race. You'll always achieve your objectives over time, so be persistent.
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Earth signs - And, finally, the earth signs, Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn. When under pressure, these signs have a strong tendency to hunker down and become even more set in their ways.
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Taurus (April 20–May 20)
- If there is anything that Taurus finds stressful, it's change. Tauruses really tend to dig their heels in at the first sign that things are going to be different.
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Taurus (April 20–May 20)
- Unfortunately for this sign, change is a fact of life. But something that will help Taurus push through unsteady times is always keeping a steady routine.
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Virgo (August 23–September 22)
- Virgos are already quite highly strung, and when they become stressed they have a tendency towards obsessive behaviors (think compulsive cleaning).
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Virgo (August 23–September 22)
- For this meticulous sign, the question and the answer lies in their ability to let go. Don't be so hard on yourself, Virgo—things will work out in the end.
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Capricorn (December 22–January 19)
- Just like Virgos, when faced with adversity, Caps have a tendency to seek more control and take on more responsibility. They don't like to fail, and this can leave them feeling down.
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Capricorn (December 22–January 19)
- A difficult but important life lesson for Caps to learn is that taking a break can do wonders. Knowing when to let things go can make a world of difference.
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Fire signs
- The fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius) are creative and charismatic. They are known for their fiery personalities, but also their fiery tempers.
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Aries (March 21–April 19)
- The first sign of the zodiac, Aries is a bold and fearless leader. In times of stress, they'll often find comfort in taking the lead and giving orders.
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Aries (March 21–April 19)
- Lean into your fearlessness, Aries, in times of trouble. Take the lead in a calm and collected way, and you can be sure others will follow in your footsteps.
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Leo (July 23–August 22)
- Leos are the most attention-loving sign of the zodiac, and when times are tough, drama often abounds. Leo is also very resilient, however, and no challenge is too great.
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Leo (July 23–August 22)
- The best way for a Leo to deal with any hurdle is to take a step back and view things from a wider perspective. Move beyond the personal, Leo, and lean into your strength.
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Sagittarius (November 22–December 21)
- Sags have a tendency to bolt when they are stressed. The sign of freedom, Sagittarius needs space and new stimulation to find solutions to their problems.
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Sagittarius (November 22–December 21)
- When faced with a challenge, a Sagittarius' best bet is to rely on their incontrovertible sense of humor and remember their higher purpose.
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Air signs - The most sociable of the star signs, the air signs (Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius) tend to go into overdrive when they're stressed. Taking a step back goes a long way.
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Gemini (May 21–June 21)
- Highly sociable and intellectually curious, Geminis tend to talk and think a lot. Their minds are constantly racing when stressed.
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Gemini (May 21–June 21)
- In times of difficulty, Geminis need to get out of their heads and reconnect with their bodies. Breathe deeply, Gemini, and eat comforting, but healthy food.
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Libra (September 23–October 23)
- Libras are great at seeing a problem from all angles, which can make it difficult for them to make a decision is a stressful situation, because they can always see the downside.
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Libra (September 23–October 23)
- Libras tend to function well in a pair, and they could do a lot worse than finding someone to work through their stress, or at least check in, with.
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Aquarius (January 20–February 18)
- When they become stressed, Aquarians typically procrastinate. They tend to try and help others, when really they should be resolving their own issues first.
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Aquarius (January 20–February 18)
- Your intentions are noble, Aquarius, but remember that you need to fill your own cup first, before you are able to really save the world.
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Water signs
- The most sensitive signs of the zodiac, the water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) tend to struggle with stress more than other signs and can become very withdrawn.
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Cancer (June 22–July 22)
- When experiencing stress, Cancerians have a tendency to withdraw, to hole themselves up at home under their favorite blanket and with their go-to comfort food.
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Cancer (June 22–July 22)
- In reality, however, Cancers would do better to reach out to their support circle. Fire up those Zoom calls, Cancer, and see how much better you feel.
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Scorpio (October 24–November 21)
- Scorpios quickly go into stealth mode when they sense a stressful situation. Just like Cancers, they have a tendency to become more private than normal.
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Scorpio (October 24–November 21)
- The best way for a Scorpio to pull through tumultuous times is to stay watchful, observant, and work out a killer strategy.
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Pisces (February 19–March 20)
- Pisces have a tendency to swim away from stressful situations. They often find a workaround, rather than facing problems head on.
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Pisces (February 19–March 20)
- If you're struggling to manage your stress, Pisces, remember that slow and steady wins the race. You'll always achieve your objectives over time, so be persistent.
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Earth signs - And, finally, the earth signs, Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn. When under pressure, these signs have a strong tendency to hunker down and become even more set in their ways.
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Taurus (April 20–May 20)
- If there is anything that Taurus finds stressful, it's change. Tauruses really tend to dig their heels in at the first sign that things are going to be different.
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Taurus (April 20–May 20)
- Unfortunately for this sign, change is a fact of life. But something that will help Taurus push through unsteady times is always keeping a steady routine.
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Virgo (August 23–September 22)
- Virgos are already quite highly strung, and when they become stressed they have a tendency towards obsessive behaviors (think compulsive cleaning).
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Virgo (August 23–September 22)
- For this meticulous sign, the question and the answer lies in their ability to let go. Don't be so hard on yourself, Virgo—things will work out in the end.
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Capricorn (December 22–January 19)
- Just like Virgos, when faced with adversity, Caps have a tendency to seek more control and take on more responsibility. They don't like to fail, and this can leave them feeling down.
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Capricorn (December 22–January 19)
- A difficult but important life lesson for Caps to learn is that taking a break can do wonders. Knowing when to let things go can make a world of difference.
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How to deal with stress, according to your star sign
Unique stress-relief techniques based on your star sign
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Whether you avoid stress like the plague, or you embrace and use it to drive you forward, the simple fact is that stress is a part of life. After all, how boring would it be if everything were plain sailing all the time?
We all have different techniques for dealing with stress, and some are more healthy than others. Some are also more effective than others. For their part, astrologists believe that what works best for each individual is determined by one's star sign.
Intrigued? Check out this gallery for some stress-busting tips for your star sign.
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