S.O.S: Caring for the Zodiac Signs During Quarantine
By: Sarah Venezio
Tags: Care, Quarantine, Astrology, Covid 19

We all want to be there for our loved ones while the world is imploding, but no two signs need the same kind of support.

ARIES: Is a special Ram in your life burning themselves out with all that pent up fire? If so, get them involved in a friendly competition — anything that lets them flex that martian drive to win can help pull an Aries out of their COVID-funk. Challenge them to a game of chess or Mario Kart, a tennis match, or even just a lively debate to fan those mental flames. If that doesn’t work, resort to sex — if there's one sign in need of blowing off steam, it’s Aries.

TAURUS: Taurus is steady and reliable — they want to be pampered after a long day of adulthood, and who can blame this Venus-ruled sign for wanting the finer things in life? Cook them a nourishing (but delicious) meal, take them on a scenic hike, or buy them that luxury blanket that they’ve been eying so they can cozy up with you on the couch. Remember that this is a sign that will never say no to a sensual massage or scented bubble bath.

GEMINI: Keeping the mind active is crucial for the mercurial Gemini during a lockdown that denies them the face-to-face connections they crave. Start a two-person book club to keep them stimulated, or engage in a high-stakes prank war — Gemini is mischievous at heart and will love the chance to embrace their inner child. Binge-watch their favorite standup comics together or deconstruct their favorite sitcom to help curb their apocalypse anxiety.

CANCER: The Crab is the ultimate hermit, so beautifying their surroundings with sentimental, personalized décor will reinforce their homebody tendencies in a time that encourages them. If you manage to get them to leave the house, take them somewhere near the water, if possible — the beach or a lake will recharge their drained emotional batteries and clear their minds. Encourage them to stay in touch with their loved ones (especially family).

LEO: This solar-ruled sign needs one thing above all else — attention. Make sure they’re getting plenty of it before they feel like their shine is dimming. They want to know that they’re still the center of your universe when the world goes dark, so encourage their creative pursuits and be their biggest hype-man. Foster a warm, almost childlike playfulness around the home to keep them lighthearted and optimistic that things will eventually get better.

VIRGO: If your Mercury-ruled Virgo is unraveling as they doom-scroll through pandemic updates, show them you care by handling the tedious chores around the house — just make sure they’re done properly so they won’t secretly redo them! Garden with them, or get them a small animal or plant to tend, since this sign always needs something to nurture. Give them a bulleted list of all the things you appreciate about them for a quick pick-me-up.

LIBRA: These sweet Venusian souls need harmony and beauty above all else when the future is looking bleak. Write them a heartfelt love letter to make them swoon. Take up creative projects around the home together, like painting a mural on a boring wall or rearranging the furniture to encourage the flow of fresh, positive energy. Watch a bunch of true crime dramas (they have a thing for justice) or sappy romances to keep their imaginations active.

SCORPIO: Despite the stinger, if the Scorpion loves you, they’ll want you close in their time of need— real close. Emotionally, physically and spiritually. Prove that you can handle them at their darkest, and will be there to witness their rebirth. This Pluto-ruled sign is about transformation, and what better time to shed their skin than the fall of society? Support who they’re becoming. Have lots of sex, and study occult topics together to uncover the secrets of life.

SAGITTARIUS: If quarantine has hit one sign harder than most, it’s the free-roaming Sagittarius, who likely feels that their wings have been clipped. Freedom and adventure are important to this sign — they can stagnate without either. If they can’t travel, then satisfy their exploratory urges in other ways. Learn a foreign language together, pick up a new joint hobby, or encourage them to pursue their philosophical studies to broaden their minds.

CAPRICORN: Ambitious homebodies at their cores, the Goat is likely flourishing if they’ve been able to work from home during the pandemic. If not, they’re worried about the crumbling order of the world — this Saturn-ruled sign is all about structure. Life needs to stick to a blueprint. Introduce them to different productivity apps to help optimize their time, or just… leave them alone. Let them plot their domination in peace. They’ll thank you later.

AQUARIUS: Sometimes it’s hard for this Uranian sign to pull themselves out of the complexes of their own minds and tend to their emotions, so when things get dark, remind them that they’re not a robot — give them enough support for them to discuss their feelings of sadness or apprehension. Brainstorm new ways to save the world, or show interest in the human rights organizations they’re most passionate about to renew their faith in society.

PISCES: As the gentlest of signs, the Neptunian Pisces in your life has likely been struggling with the amount of pain they’re seeing in the world. Encourage them to stay in touch with their strong spiritual side — especially with some grounding meditation to bring some perspective back to their vision. They’re also highly creative, so give them a gentle nudge towards those guitar lessons they’ve been neglecting or the blank canvas in the corner.