By MOOK Scenic Spots’ Kumiko
Many people face heavy work and life pressures, often setting the goal of overseas travel as a reward to themselves after hard work. However, after returning from a trip, some feel recharged while many others feel even more exhausted. There are many ways to unwind and simply escape reality, but doing the following can be the most healing and relaxing for each of the 12 zodiac signs.
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The 12 zodiac signs each have their own unique ways to relieve stress and unwind. (Photo / rx_minitravel)
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Those who know Capricorns well understand that both male and female Capricorns are mostly workaholics. If they’re not spending a lot of time working, they place high importance on the sense of achievement from their jobs. They are also realists, and if their time isn’t used efficiently, they’ll feel uneasy inside. As a result, it’s common for Capricorns to never be without their phones, laptops, or notebooks—items essential for work or meetings. Hard work and responsibility are qualities that Capricorns find hardest to let go of.
Therefore, telling a Capricorn to do absolutely nothing and just slack off or daydream usually doesn’t last even five minutes before they start feeling that familiar uneasy pressure again. So the best way for Capricorns to relax is through activities that offer a sense of recharging and social interaction. For example, sipping coffee while working on a laptop may seem like slacking, but the laptop still provides a sense of fulfillment. Or attending a wine tasting event, which allows them to gain wine knowledge and enjoyment, taste delicious food, and meet new friends or expand their network—all of these let Capricorns feel both relaxed and still meet their need for practical self-improvement.
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Stargazing is also a popular stress-relieving activity these days. This is Kikugahara Old Church. (Photo / shengkai_travel)
Aquarius (January 20 – February 19)
Aquarians are often labeled as weirdos, but their way of healing and relaxing is actually quite simple. Either they become complete homebodies, shutting themselves in their personal world all day, or they go out alone and explore, observing and engaging with new things. In short, enjoying freedom, feeling freedom, and embracing freedom is the best form of healing and relaxation for Aquarians.
However, because Aquarians think too fast, their minds keep racing even during relaxation and healing. It helps to practice slowing down their thoughts and debates to truly achieve a state of letting go.
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Try a new dessert shop and sample the most unique sweets to experience something fresh. (Photo / Dazzling-Cafe)
Pisces (February 20 – March 20)
Pisceans often come across as kind and dreamy, but deep down they crave a sense of being needed, which gives them a feeling of purpose. However, this can sometimes lead them to exhaust themselves.
The best way for Pisceans to relax is to take a walk by the sea and let their minds wander, or visit vast open spaces like grasslands or large parks. These environments help release the emotional ups and downs and self-blame that often trouble them.
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Nouri Tea Pong X Dazzling Uji Matcha Gold Brick. (Photo / Dazzling-Cafe)
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Aries are typically passionate and impulsive, loving freedom and also possessing an idealistic mindset. Therefore, what they need for healing and unwinding is to let go of overly rigid internal standards—those mental barriers that often become sources of stress.
Shifting focus is a much-needed healing method for Aries. Rather than going out with friends for loud fun only to end up feeling lonely again, Aries are better suited to visiting bookstores to find inspiration and redirect their attention. While browsing various books, they can settle their minds, discover new things, and reawaken their spirits—naturally bringing about a sense of healing.
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Taking time to enjoy exquisite desserts alone is also a great way to shift focus. (Photography / MOOK Scenic Spots’ Zhang Yingying)
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