The Just-for-Fun Date You Should Take Yourself On, According to Your Zodiac Sign

The Just-for-Fun Date You Should Take Yourself On, According to Your Zodiac Sign

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When was the last time you took yourself out on a date? Romancing yourself with a fun solo date is a beautiful and effective way to cultivate self-love. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s crucial to honor the myriad forms love can take.

If you’re unsure of how exactly to treat yourself, look no further than your zodiac sign. Astrology offers rich insight into who people are and what they like. In the context of solo dates, you can look at your Sun sign — aka the placement most people mean when they ask, “What’s your sign?” — to understand what stimulates you mentally. If you’re familiar with your full astrological birth chart, you can also consider your Moon sign, which highlights what you find comforting and emotionally fulfilling, or your Venus sign, which speaks to your overall preferences.

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Read on to learn which type of just-for-fun date is written in the stars for all 12 signs of the zodiac.

Aries: Try a fun fitness class

Mars, your ruling planet, governs physical exertion of all kinds. Why not lean into it by signing up for a fun fitness class? Forget slower forms of movement like yoga or pilates; as a high-energy Fire sign, you’ll find the pace and repetitiveness understimulating. Instead, opt for something engaging and fast-paced, such as Zumba, martial arts, or dance classes. You’ll emerge physically and mentally energized.

Taureans are often heralded for their luxurious taste, and for good reason: They’re ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and material possessions. Honor this inclination by treating yourself to a solo shopping spree. It can be as affordable or extravagant as your budget allows. The key here is to indulge something you genuinely love — and by hitting the shops alone, you’ll be able to listen to your Venusian heart without interruptions or outside influence.

Gemini: Set foot on a guided tour

You’ve got enough energy for two, dear Gemini, and your curiosity about the world around you is unmatched. Consider embarking on a guided tour of a park, neighborhood, or attraction in your area. It doesn’t matter which tour you choose so long as it truly piques your interest. Your expert guide will be able to answer any questions you have along the way (and as a Mercury-ruled Air sign, trust me — you’ll have them).

Cancer: Explore a food market or festival

You’re ruled by the Moon, which governs bodies and emotions, so you know a thing or two about nourishment. Keep your mind and body fed with a trip to your local food hall, market, or festival. You’ll enjoy the opportunity to wander freely, interact with vendors, and nosh on new-to-you grub. Cancer is also a sign associated with heritage, so if you’re able to find a foodie event centered around the cuisine of your native country or ancestral homeland, then dig right in.

Leo: Go to a comedy show or open mic night

You love some good old-fashioned entertainment, and you’re especially impressed by solo performers (thank your ruling planet, the Sun, which governs the ego). Embrace your lighthearted, fun-loving nature by attending a comedy show or open mic night in your city. The former option will keep you roaring with laughter, and the latter might grant you an opportunity of your own to steal the spotlight. Either way, you’re sure to have a blast.

Virgo: Attend a class or workshop

With Mercury, the planet of communication and learning, as your ruler, you’re particularly adept at picking up new skills. As an Earth sign, you’re also focused and pragmatic, so you’ll thrive on your own in a class or workshop setting. Whether you set out to learn pottery, coding, or a new language, you’ll find it fun and intellectually fulfilling to expand your mental repertoire. (Bonus points for any courses involving writing, communication, or technology, all of which fall under Mercury’s purview.)

Libra: Visit an art museum

As the zodiac’s other Venus-ruled sign, you can appreciate a beautiful work of art more than most. You’re also an Air sign, which means intellectual enrichment is just as important to you as aesthetics. For your solo date, consider spending an afternoon strolling through your local art museum. You’ll encounter dazzling artworks, exciting exhibitions, and opportunities to learn at every turn.

As a fixed Water sign, you feel your feelings deeply, and you seriously appreciate any creative work that evokes strong emotions. Honor your profound emotional capacity with a trip to your local cinema for a movie screening. You’ll be especially captivated by the poignant storylines and complex characters of dramas, thrillers, or dark comedies. Plus, your ruling planet, Mars, presides over sex and conflict, so you’re totally here for anything macabre or taboo.

Sagittarius: Attend a concert

As the certified stan of the zodiac, you go hard for your faves, musicians included. Have you ever considered attending a concert by yourself? You’ll relish the chance to be fully present at a live performance of an artist you love. Don’t fret about flying solo in a social setting. Your planetary ruler, Jupiter, governs revelries, and as a spontaneous Fire sign, it’s safe to say you bring the party wherever you go. 

Capricorn: Book a staycation or spa day

To you, dear Capricorn, I don’t have to extol the virtues of spending time alone. With disciplined Saturn as your ruling planet, solitude is well within your comfort zone. On the flip side, your hyper-independence means you may struggle to relax and have fun on your own. For your solo date, consider treating yourself to a staycation or spa day in your city. As an uber-practical Earth sign, you’ll unwind more easily in a setting free from the distractions of everyday life.

Aquarius: Go to a drag or burlesque show

You love anything out of the ordinary, and as an Air sign, you thrive in social settings. Why not take yourself out on the town to see some live drag or burlesque? Both art forms are inherently a bit provocative, which will resonate with your inner rebel. Plus, Aquarius is a fixed sign, so you have the patience to wait out a sultry striptease or gag-worthy reveal. Just don’t forget your tipping dollars!

Pisces: Get out into nature

As a mutable Water sign, you also possess a deep capacity for emotions, but the fast-paced, distraction-riddled world can scatter your energy and attention. Reset your mind and body with a solo sojourn into the natural world. This can be as simple as a walk through your local park or as elaborate as a weekend beach getaway. Either way, you’ll emerge feeling rested and creatively inspired by nature’s beauty, so take your time.

This 4-in-1 Tool Makes Exfoliating and Applying Lotion to Hard-to-Reach Spots So Much Easier and I Wish I’d Tried It Sooner

This 4-in-1 Tool Makes Exfoliating and Applying Lotion to Hard-to-Reach Spots So Much Easier and I Wish I’d Tried It Sooner

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Self-care means something different to everyone. When many hear the phrase, images of spa days and expensive skincare come to mind. For me, it’s a combination of putting aside time for both mental and physical care through things meditation, exercise, and yes, skincare (it is your biggest organ, after all). Naturally, as a beauty lover and shopping writer, I’m constantly on the hunt for great beauty products — and when I say great products, I mean it. So many products in the beauty industry can feel too much like a trendy “of the moment” buy that down the line is, frankly, unnecessary. So when I come across a find that really makes a positive difference in my self-care routine, I want to proclaim my love for it with the same passion as Christian does for Satine in “Moulin Rouge” (what can I say, I’m a romantic at heart). My latest find that has me ready to risk it all? The Bearback 4-in-1 self-care tool.

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Designed to scratch, exfoliate, massage, and moisturize those hard-to-reach spots, this handy little tool is a self-care powerhouse. Featuring a 17-inch handle (which also extends from 9.5-inches and folds for easy storage), the Bearback is designed to work with four interchangeable attachments that help target a myriad of skin and body concerns: a back scratcher, dry brush, massage roller, and lotion roller. Simply pop on the right attachment and get to work targeting everything from your itchy back to your dry legs with ease.

Now, let me tell a story about how incredibly handy this tool came in earlier this summer. After a day at the beach, I got home, took a shower, and realized something awful: I was burnt . . . badly (Always make sure you’re handing your friend the right bottle of sunscreen or you will suffer the consequences.) As someone who lives alone, I was panicking thinking about how on Earth I’d get enough burn lotion on my back without hurting myself — that is until I remembered the Bearback. In two seconds I popped on the lotion roller and was able to properly treat my burn, painlessly (Safe to say those 2000+ Amazon reviewers were on to something). Since then, I’ve used it to properly dry brush my entire body pre-shower, lotion up post-shower, and to help relax tight muscles after an especially long day. Needless to say, I rarely go a day without using it.

The Bearback lotion applicator starts at $25 and also comes in a backscratcher, exfoliator, and massager variety. Looking to collect all the attachments? You can pick up each attachment separately for the complete package (Trust me, you’ll want them all). One thing’s for sure — I know what I’m gifting my self-care-obsessed friends this holiday season.

Surprisingly, Having This in My Shower Has Done Wonders for My Morning Self-Care

Surprisingly, Having This in My Shower Has Done Wonders for My Morning Self-Care

If you asked me what my favorite details were of my house when I first moved in two years ago, I would have told you all about the high ceiling in my dining room, my neighbor’s beautiful cherry blossom tree that sits outside my bedroom window, and the ample kitchen space. As a first-time homebuyer who long rented apartments that I didn’t love for prices I could barely afford, those small details brought me instant joy from the moment I took the keys. Then, to my surprise, I discovered another rewarding detail that I’d completely overlooked until recently: The southeast-facing window in my bathroom shower. It lifts my spirits in a way I never saw coming.

Yes, this is a love letter to my bathroom window, which I admit, is the last thing that I thought would be something I’d cherish. This all started when I realized how much happier I was in the mornings when I took a shower. I was doing things I never did before, like singing and lingering just a few minutes longer, even though I was already running late.

Later on, I figured out what was really going on with me. I’d never had a window in my shower before. In fact, I’d never had any windows in my bathroom before, and sometimes even the overhead lighting situations were less than desirable. My mood was affected by the lack of natural sunlight. Because of the many years I spent getting ready in dim or unevenly-lit bathrooms, I’d never thought of my morning shower as an experience or a place to feel centered, but rather just a means to end that would get the day going.

Having a window in the shower changed everything for me. Working from home full-time has meant I shower a little later, when the sun is already rising, and on sunny days the bathroom becomes filled with light. Now, I look forward to my morning shower. I feel the happiest there, bathing in the sun and making it a moment of quality time with myself.

This 20-minute ritual has become an essential part of my self-care routine, which for me, has always been about carving out time in my life to clear my mind of stressful thoughts and shift my focus to gratitude and positivity. But it hasn’t always been easy for me to make time to be still in the mornings when everything feels rushed and frenzied. I always promise myself I’m going to get up a little earlier the next day, but that doesn’t always happen. But no matter when my day starts, the bathroom is my first stop, and I’ve found a little trick to help get more out of that moment that’s making a big difference.

Now my shower doubles as my morning sanctuary, think about what I woke up most thankful for, and focus on manifesting more goodness and peace into my day. (I’ve also been known to occasionally butcher my favorite Beyoncé song there.) I’m continually in search of easy ways to upgrade the experience by adding in more elements I love, without it requiring extra time I may not have. Recently, I started programming refreshing scents — like orange, rosemary, or cucumber — to pour into the room from my smart diffuser, and I’m excited to get in on this viral eucalyptus trend. Plants adore south-facing windows too, so adding a new plant baby in my bathroom is also on my list.

While I know that most people don’t have the luxury of choosing where the windows are placed inside their home, it’s still a great idea to seek out little overlooked moments in your day where there could be room to insert more joy. For me that moment is in the shower.

All of this inspiration and pampering thanks to a sunny window. Who knew?

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Britt Franklin

Assistant Shopping Editor

Britt is a stargazer and sunrise-chaser with a collection of magic erasers, and a fascination with the fantastic. A storyteller at heart, she finds inspiration in all the small things, and can likely be found singing show tunes, catching up on K-dramas, or going on adventures to satiate her natural-born wanderlust. (Sometimes even all at the same time.) An all-around creative, Britt has worked in various facets with Scene Louisiana, The Nerd Machine, and The Daebak Company, Inc.

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