Being submersed in college, it can be easy to forget about maintaining a healthy self-care routine. With all of the stress that’s put on our bodies from studying, late nights, and early mornings, it is important to take time out for ourselves to relax as much as possible.

Thanks to our dear friend ~astrology~ we can look to the moon sign for the best way to care for ourselves.

Our moon sign determines how we deal with emotions when no one is around, so it is only acceptable to look at this sign to dictate how we best care for ourselves.

Look to astro.com to find out your moon sign by filling in the info for your birth chart. For full directions, click here.

Aries Moon: Getting out aggression is very important for this sign. People with Aries placements tend to build up a lot of stress and it manifests in their physical bodies. Therefore, exercise is a very good way to get out all of that pent up aggression and make yourself feel better. A nice muscle and head massage after working out is the perfect way for Aries Moon’s to unwind.

Taurus Moon: This moon sign is all about luxury and comfort. Indulging, whether that be in food or satin sheets, is what makes this sign feel at its best. Being surrounded by comfortable settings put Taurus Moon’s at ease due to their innate love for comfort. They should invest in creating a “zen” space to come back to and unwind.

Gemini Moon: The best remedy for Gemini Moon’s to unwind and relax is socialization and being around loved ones. Gemini is a very social sign so isolation can cause this sign to feel more stressed out and sadder than usual. Having a sleepover or “wine-night” with your closest friends can refresh and regenerate a Gemini Moon.

Cancer Moon: Cancer placements are seen as one of the most nurturing signs. Because of this, they often forget about themselves and their own self care. Meditation is a great technique for self care because it allows them to center themselves. Practicing mindfulness and meditative breathing are just some of the many meditation practices to try. Also, if possible, getting a furry friend for comfort is very beneficial for Cancer Moon’s!

Leo Moon: For a Leo Moon, it is very important for this sign to feel beautiful from the inside out. Creating a personalized skin care routine, lathering their bodies in essential oils, and doing hair masks are just some of the ways Leo Moon’s can feel the best about themselves. Leo Moon’s, being a very creative sign, need to express their creative side and by putting a negative minds into art, it allows them to release that negative energy.

Virgo Moon: A person with a Virgo Moon may tend to feel overwhelmed when the space around them reflects their chaotic state. Someone with this placement should take time to clean and organize their space in order to feel more in control. This creates emotional and mental security in a Virgo Moon. Listening to self-care audiobooks while cleaning makes for great mental stimulation for a person with this placement. 

Libra Moon: As a Libra Moon, they thrive on partnership and beauty. It is imperative for a person with this placement to be surrounded by luxurious items and surroundings, but also to share these experiences with someone else. A Libra Moon should treat themselves to a spending spree with their favorite person. Afterwards, they would benefit from gazing in the mirror at their bodies in their new items. Doing this, along with some positive body affirmations is a great form of self admiration and care for Libra Moon’s.

Scorpio Moon: People with this placement tend to feel emotions very deeply, but on the same token, they are also a very sensual sign. Tapping into this sensuality can help to ease a Scorpio Moon’s intense emotions. Sensual activities, like taking nude pictures, doing a sexy dance in the mirror, and/or taking a pole dancing class can tap a Scorpio Moon into their inner goddess and make them feel a lot better mentally. 

Sagittarius Moon: When thinking of Sagittarius placements, the first word thought of is: ‘adventure’, and this is no different. Spending time outdoors in nature can really rejuvenate a Sagittarius Moon. They love to learn and gain wisdom from experiences. Exploring new places when feeling down can remind someone with this placement that there is more out in the world to discover and it puts them into perspective. 

Capricorn Moon: Capricorn Moon’s thrive on stability and control. When feeling out of control and emotionally unstable, someone with this placement would benefit from journaling and reconnecting with those emotions. People with these placements often forget to check in with themselves emotionally, so making lists, responding to writing prompts, and self-reflecting, are all great options for self care for a Capricorn Moon.

Aquarius Moon: Aquarians flourish when trying new things. People with Aquarius placements tend to be deemed as the “weirdo” of the zodiac. However, they are far from such. Aquarius Moon’s are very experimental people who need to keep mentally stimulated in order to be emotionally at ease, as well. An Aquarius Moon should try switching up their daily schedule in order to avoid boredom, or pick up a new mentally-stimulating hobby.

Pisces Moon: Ruled by water, people with Pisces placements tend to absorb the emotions of others. When in dire need of self care, a person with this placement would benefit from taking a hot bath. Physically, as well as symbolically washing away the energies of the day can benefit this placement. Adding a CBD bath bomb for an added relaxation effect is highly recommended. 

Originally published in The Miami Hurricane.