Let’s face it we all love finding out more about ourselves, and our star signs can reveal a lot! From how social we are to what the week has in store with a morning flick through your horoscope, astrology can be a great source of guidance. It might not be the first thing you think of when it comes to bedtime, though just like buying a bamboo hybrid pillow, your star sign can help get you set up for a good night’s rest. Whether you are an unpredictable Aquarius or a dreamy Pisces here is the lowdown on how your star sign affects your sleep and things you can do to improve it.
Aries| March 21-April 19
These baby fire signs are always looking for the next adventure. Rest is rarely on their agenda. If they do not use up enough energy throughout the day, they can find it incredibly hard to get to sleep. Relaxing music such as white noise or natural sounds can help calm their adrenaline and busy minds, easing them into the land of nod.
Taurus| April 20-May 20
Forget simple pleasures, Taurus do not mind indulging in a little luxury. Keeping their bedroom clean, tidy and ultra-comfortable will ensure they get enough R ‘n’ R. From soft, smooth bedding to a deliciously head-hugging hybrid pillow. They sleep better when they are surrounded by the finer things in life, so bedtime is definitely worth the investment.
Gemini| May 21- June 20
This chatty air sign is the master of communication. They love to be out socialising and rarely turn down an invite to a party. Getting into the habit of leaving phones and technology out of the bedroom can give them time to disconnect from the world for a while, allowing their minds to relax and replenish with some good, quality shut-eye.
Cancer| June 21- July 22
Home is where you are most likely to find our crabs of the zodiac. They are most at ease when at home with their loved ones and the comfort of familiar surroundings. Having a good routine is important for cancers. Getting up and going to the bed at the same time helps them to feel safe and secure, and they are in a far better mood after a good night’s sleep.
Leo| ( July 23– August 23)
If there is one sign that loves their sleep more than the rest, it’s Leo’s! Though they are pretty fussy about where they lay down their heads. Their room has to be at the optimum temperature, their bedding has to be super cosy and their pillow has to be perfect. They tend to sleep best cuddled up to a partner or their dog, and once they are off they are out for the count.
Virgo| (August 23- September 22)
While Leo’s love to sleep, Virgo’s love to worry! Their anxieties can make it very hard to switch off at night. Meditation, time in nature and regular exercise are some of the best ways to help keep this earth sign sleeping soundly. Taking a long walk after work and engaging in relaxing activities be it cooking or reading before bed can help ensure they get the best quality sleep.
Libra | ( September 23- October 22)
Not getting enough sleep can throw this fair-hearted air sign right out of balance. A consistent routine is important for Libra’s to ensure they give themselves enough time to rest and replenish. They tend to give out a lot of their energy in the pursuit of kindness and justice and sometimes need reminding to be kind to themselves. Regular quality beauty sleep is essential for them to feel at their best.
Scorpio | ( October 23- November 21)
This mysterious star sign can be prone to irregular sleeping patterns. They are big overthinkers which can make it a struggle to drift off. Meditation and reading can help them to learn to detach from their thoughts and ideas to allow their minds to switch off. Their energy levels can increase at night so replacing caffeine with herbal teas and avoiding sugar before bed can help ensure they get the most hours!
Sagittarius| (November 22- 21 December)
This December zodiac is another fire sign with high levels of energy that find it hard to slow down. While it can take a while for them to get used to more restorative activities, implementing yoga and regular downtime can have a dreamy difference on the quality of their sleep. Remember Sagittarius, all those late nights will catch up with you and getting enough rest is vital to keep you going.
Capricorn| (22nd December- 19th January)
If our goats of the zodiac have one addiction, it tends to be work! Learning to step away from the emails to enjoy downtime can be tough for hardworking Capricorns, who can often take their ambition to bed with them. Getting into a routine of relaxing in the evening with something to calm their minds can help make it easier to drift off into deep, restorative sleep.
Aquarius | (20th January- 18th February)
Slowing down is not in Aquarians vocabulary. Their imaginative minds are always on the go, which can make switching off and getting to sleep a big challenge. Though they need to, this sign needs a lot of sleep to turn all of their amazing ideas into reality. A good unwinding routine before bed, whether it’s a hot bath, a soothing cup of tea or a good movie can help them drift -off and wake up feeling ready to take on the world.
Pisces| (19th February- 20th March)
Pisces love to dream, so these lucky water signs are blessed with the ability to sleep a great deal. They are comfortable in their own little worlds where anything is possible. Avoiding too many stimulants such as caffeine and sugar in the afternoon and keeping their bedroom cool and dark can help them get the most out of every wink.
For every star sign, sleep is essential to well-being and waking up feeling good. The more you know about what helps you relax, the better! The stars are always here to give you a magical hand.