Andromeda DavisWe all experience burnout in our lives from time to time, whether it’s in the workplace or at home. With Mercury in retrograde, however, everything feels a little more difficult right now and you might be feeling overwhelmed. Here’s how each Zodiac sign copes–or fails to cope–with burnout.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Aries doesn’t believe in burnout. They just keep going until they drop from exhaustion. For this Fire sign, life is all about the challenge–the harder the better. Sometimes, however, it might be better to slow down.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
When burnout strikes, Taurus strikes back. This sign is notoriously stubborn, and they get easily frustrated when things aren’t going their way. Unfortunately, that frustration only throws fuel on the fire, sapping their energy even further.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Gemini has a unique strategy for dealing with burnout. If they feel like a project has stalled or an idea has fizzled out, they immediately jump to the next thing. Sure, they leave a trail of half-finished work in their wake, but as long as they stay one step ahead of burnout, they’ll be fine… right?
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Cancer can easily become burned out emotionally. They are a deeply empathic sign who feels the emotions of others. If they aren’t careful, it can leave them exhausted and short-tempered. Spend time with calm, centered people who can help you relax.
Leo (July 23-August 22)
When Leo starts to feel overwhelmed and burned out, they have a full-on diva meltdown. Of course, the theatrics take a huge amount of energy, and their tantrums never solve any problems.
Virgo (August 23-September 22)
Virgo would never admit to feeling burned out. They’ll continue to hold themselves to the highest standards, even when they are falling apart inside. This perfectionist sign won’t ever ask for help, either.
Libra (September 23-October 22)
Libras are already precariously balanced people, so feeling even a little overwhelmed can throw off their entire day. The feeling will only increase until Libra takes steps to restore that sense of balance. A quiet cup of tea is a good start.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
When Scorpio experiences burnout, they try to find someone else to blame. If they can pinpoint the stressor, they can remove it–with force, if necessary. The sledgehammer approach may leave hurt feelings or damaged business relationships behind, however.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
Burnout? Nah. Sagittarius is too relaxed to ever feel overwhelmed. And if they do sometimes feel like the walls are closing in, they’ll just take off until the problem solves itself. Either that, or they’ll indulge in their favorite mind-altering substance, whether that’s sugar, alcohol, or something else.
Capricorn (December 23-January 20)
Capricorn is determined to succeed at any cost. They’ll keep working and pushing against obstacles until they are victorious. Although they experience burnout more often than many signs because of their relentless drive, they are less likely to practice necessary self-care.
Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
When Aquarius feels overwhelmed or burned out, they remind themselves of how much worse other people around the world have it. That thought doesn’t make them feel better, necessarily, but it does give them the motivation to keep going.
Pisces (February 19-March 20)
Of the entire Zodiac, Pisces is most susceptible to burnout. This sign tends to be highly emotional, and they feel life’s highs and lows keenly. With Pisces, it’s best just to ride those waves, secure in the knowledge that things will eventually get better.
Shea Lee
