The start of a new year, and a new semester, is the perfect time to evaluate your hobbies and habits to see which are beneficial and which should be left in the past. Self-care is an amazing habit to pick up since it focuses on what matters most, your health and wellbeing. Let’s see what kind of self-care you should pick up based on your zodiac sign. 

Aquarius (Jan. 21 – Feb. 18): Aquarius can be seen as the black sheep, preferring to ignore societal norms and pressures. For your self-care act, do something you used to love doing as a child. Sit in that nostalgia and tell your younger self that you are valid and loved even if you don’t fit into the grain. 

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20): Pisces have a habit of sinking into emotional turmoil which leads to isolation. Instead of going inward when struggling, try joining a club or extracurricular activity as self-care. This can help you make meaningful connections and find healthy coping mechanisms to deal with tough situations. 

Aries (March 21 – April 19): Aries are known for their endless drive and fervor, which is an admirable trait when practiced in moderation. For your self-care act, try meditation in short increments. Meditation can be a pivotal time to slow down and relax your body, avoiding burnout in the long run. 

Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Taurus tends to prioritize their comfort over all else, which can be a form of avoidance. Taurus should try to get out and about physically, like running in nature or going to the gym. Not only is exercising a proven benefit to your health, but it can be rewarding to step outside your comfort zone and experience things you usually wouldn’t. 

Gemini (May 21 – June 20): Gemini are known for their split identities, and this can easily cause internal conflict. For Gemini, you should try painting, writing or any other creative outlet as a form of self-care. This self-expression can help you air out those conflicting emotions and see both sides neutrally. 

Cancer (June 21 – July 22): Cancers care deeply for others, but this consideration often does not reach themselves. For Cancers, find a mirror and once a day repeat an affirmation like “I am enough” or whatever you need to hear as self-care. Taking this time out for yourself is a healthy way to affirm yourself and build self-esteem. 

Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22): Leos like to bask in the favor of others, often showing off to entertain. That’s why for Leos, you should prioritize making time and space for medical appointments as self-care. This task may be mundane, but it’s important to make sure you are healthy. 

Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22): Analysis and critical thinking are a common state of mind for many Virgos. Virgo’s self-care activity should be indulging in some funny media. It’s important to have a balance between serious behavior and letting loose, and this would be a good outlet for that. 

Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22): Libra are often put on a pedestal, seen as the moral compass of the zodiac signs. For Libra’s self-care, set a boundary on when and who to play mediator for. This can help keep your personal peace and stop you from overextending yourself. 

Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21): Scorpios are no strangers to prioritizing their peace, but even they need time to themselves. Scorpio’s self-care can be getting into skincare and making it a routine. This can be as elaborate or simple as you want, it’s just to show that you are worth the effort. 

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21): Sagittarius are good at welcoming people to their table but fail to make space for themselves. For Sagittarius, your self-care can be taking a solo day trip out. This can be a good time to get errands done, buy yourself a treat and be able to think clearly and reset mentally. 

Capricorn (Dec. 21 – Jan. 20): Capricorns are hard workers and often push themselves past their physical limits. For that reason, Capricorn’s self-care can be taking a hot shower or bath. This can help to relax the body and mind, which is something that everyone needs.