Try this refresher for the Virgo soul…
What is the perfect diversion for this overworked warth sign? A walk in the woods. And not just any stroll, but shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing”. The practice that started in Japan in the 1980s requires participants to use all five senses to engage mindfully with nature. Leave the cell phone at home—some walks are done in complete silence. As you breathe deeply you begin to notice the texture of trees, the smell of flowers, the crunch of stones underfoot. And the health benefits are real. Stress dissipates, blood pressure drops, even white-blood-cell counts increase! If you don’t live near a forest, there’s evidence that just looking at the trees outside your window can help!
It might just be worth it…
Virgo is a mutable earth sign, so while you’re cautious and efficient, you aren’t so firmly rooted (like Taurus) that you can’t make a few adjustments now and then. You’re sensible and reserved, but that just means that you aren’t about to do anything stupid! That doesn’t mean you can’t loosen up a bit. The one inescapable thing about life is that things change. If you can’t grow and adapt, you grow stale and stuck. Try to do a few things to broaden your horizon—nothing huge! Go to a soiree where you don’t know everyone. Wear a new clothing style. Soon you’ll see that change can enrich your life!
Forget about “Point A to Point B”…
What’s the shortest distance between two points? Whichever way a Virgo decides to go! You are the efficiency expert, the frugality guru, the speed demon, but could you perhaps be missing some of the scenery on your way to get from start to finish in the most economical way possible? Stop and take in the bigger picture. Enjoy the view. Jettison any excess baggage, including tasks or responsibilities you’ve picked up along the way. Stretch your legs. With some newfound perspective you might even be able to stop worrying about details that aren’t really important!
Your qualities are unmatched…
A Virgo man or woman in the right relationship is a gift from heaven. Your loyalty and devotion know no bounds. There is no task too small or obstacle too high if it means making your partner happy. You just love looking after all the details that less meticulous people let fall between the cracks—from the balanced bank accounts, to the alphabetized spice rack, to the clean and mended clothes. The happily paired Virgo learns to live with the inevitable imperfections in oneself and others, and basks in the glow of love and appreciation.
A workout made for you two…
Want to engage in an activity that’s sure to enhance your relationship? (No, not that one!) Take a yoga class with your partner. Touching, with your breaths and heartbeats in sync, you’ll connect like never before! Some instructors offer classes just for couples, which is ideal if one of you is a beginner. Just be careful not to try too hard or attempt positions that are too advanced. Focus on each other (not the mirror!) and stay in the moment. Your sign rules the lower legs, so pair shorts to show off your shapely calves with a long-sleeved tee. Afterward, indulge in a relaxing couple’s massage to ease muscles and sustain the sexy vibe.
You better be on this list…
Are you considering dating a Virgo? If you can see yourself in this list, you may have found your match!
Dependable: Virgos are worriers, so don’t give them a reason to fret!
Neat: This meticulous sign likes things just so.
Efficient: Only somewhat. Virgo will make sure the wheels turn smoothly!
Creative: This is the sign of the artisan who appreciates things of beauty.
Open: No use trying to be secretive around Virgo. You will be found out!
Healthy: Virgo is something of a fitness freak, so no couch potatoes need apply.
Accepting: Of all the love, attention, and compassion you will receive!
You’re almost perfect Virgo, but…
Try a little introspection if you’re still looking for love.
Are you too nitpicky? Some people are fine with a few imperfections.
Are you a martyr? It’s okay to work hard, but don’t whine about it.
Are you too demanding? Just because you have an endless to-do list doesn’t mean everyone wants every moment filled.
Are you too self-critical? Be careful or others will start to agree with you!
Are you too analytical? Relationships need to be lived, not have their inner workings picked apart.
Are you a worrywart? Just because your date is late doesn’t mean something bad happened!
Are you never satisfied? Sometimes okay is just fine.
You will find that special someone…
You’re the efficiency expert, remember? If you’re searching for a partner, don’t waste time looking in situations you already know you dislike, such as gigantic gatherings of strangers. Accept invitations to smaller parties, ideally with a good pal or two. When you can talk with an interesting stranger one on one you have a much better chance of finding common interests. You might not be an avid sports fan but watching a baseball game or tennis match in a stadium or sports bar is leisurely enough to allow plenty of time to get to know one another!
Be smart but also caring…
Virgo gets a bad rap. Far from prudish, the Virgo guy is sexy and smart (hello Hugh Grant, Sean Connery, Ryan Phillippe, Keanu Reeves, Richard Gere), big-hearted, charming—what’s not to like? Well, perhaps he’s too smart for his own good, the way he overthinks everything to the point of immobility. He can be insecure. And it will take work to get him to open up. Show him you love him and his (real or imagined) flaws. Prove how much you appreciate him with words as well as tokens. Even the smallest loving gesture means the world!
Gifts any Virgo would would love…
Looking for gifts that a Virgo would love? Appeal to one of his or her interests with board games, word games like Scrabble, strategy games, or a sport that requires more skill than brawn, like billiards or golf. Virgo is smart and articulate, so you can’t go wrong with books (old school or the e-variety) or a subscription to a specialty periodical. A beautiful leather desk organizer or an exquisite handmade journal would be perfect for all of those deep thoughts and to-do lists. Cooking classes or tickets to an eclectic concert would also rock Virgo’s world!