Constance Stellas - The Astrological Guide to Self-Care: Hundreds of Heavenly Ways to Care for Yourself—According to the Stars

To my Greek Grandmother. I am her namesake and loved her Taurus view of life: No Monkey Business!

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Stellas, Constance, author.

Title: The astrological guide to self-care / Constance Stellas.

Description: Avon, Massachusetts: Adams Media, 2019.

Identifiers: LCCN 2019030430 | ISBN 9781507212349 (hc) | ISBN 9781507212356 (ebook)

Subjects: LCSH: Astrology. | Self-care, Health--Miscellanea.

Classification: LCC BF1711 .S785 2019 | DDC 133.5--dc23

LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2019030430

ISBN 978-1-5072-1234-9

ISBN 978-1-5072-1235-6 (ebook)

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This book is intended as general information only, and should not be used to diagnose or treat any health condition. In light of the complex, individual, and specific nature of health problems, this book is not intended to replace professional medical advice. The ideas, procedures, and suggestions in this book are intended to supplement, not replace, the advice of a trained medical professional. Consult your physician before adopting any of the suggestions in this book, as well as about any condition that may require diagnosis or medical attention. The author and publisher disclaim any liability arising directly or indirectly from the use of this book.

Contains material adapted from the following titles published by Adams Media, an Imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc.: The Little Book of Self-Care for Aquarius by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0984-4; The Little Book of Self-Care for Aries by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0964-6; The Little Book of Self-Care for Cancer by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0970-7; The Little Book of Self-Care for Capricorn by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0982-0; The Little Book of Self-Care for Gemini by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0968-4; The Little Book of Self-Care for Leo by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072- 0972-1; The Little Book of Self-Care for Libra by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0976-9; The Little Book of Self-Care for Pisces by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0986-8; The Little Book of Self-Care for Sagittarius by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0980-6; The Little Book of Self-Care for Scorpio by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0978-3; The Little Book of Self-Care for Taurus by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0966-0; The Little Book of Self-Care for Virgo by Constance Stellas, copyright 2019, ISBN 978-1-5072-0974-5.

I would like to thank Karen Cooper and everyone at Adams Media who helped with this book: Brendan ONeill, Katie Corcoran Lytle, Laura Daly, Sarah Doughty, Leah DSa, Julia Jacques, Eileen Mullan, Casey Ebert, Sylvia Davis, and everyone else. Thanks as well to Frank Rivera and the design team for their work on the books cover and interior. I appreciated your team spirit and eagerness to dive into the riches of astrology.

Looking for a little me time? Want to feel more relaxed while deepening your connection to the world around you? Look to the stars! For thousands of years, the zodiac has guided humans to their highest purpose. And now, it can provide unique suggestions for your self-careand the self-care of your loved ones.

In The Astrological Guide to Self-Care, youll find heavenly ways to focus on your true self. Discover how to incorporate self-care into your life, while learning just how important astrology is to your overall self-care routine. Strengthen your understanding of yourself and the world around you, with the zodiac as your map. Then, relax, rejuvenate, and stay balanced with nearly one thousand self-care rituals, organized by the four governing astrological elements and twelve astrological signs.

With a brief history on the ancient mythologies and deities portrayed in the twelve signs, youll recognize your unique personality reflected in the stars based on your Sun sign and sign element. You may also dive deeper into your astrological self-care by looking into sign-specific ideas for your Moon sign or Rising sign. And all the information on signs and elements that dont directly pertain to you in this self-care guide is all the more advice, insight, and knowledge youll be able to offer your family and friends.

As you delve into what self-care means to you, youll learn how to harness the full potential of your horoscope and take advantage of the celestial energies affecting your life. After just a few astrologically guided self-care activities, youll feel more calm, balanced, and in sync with the universe. Wherever your self-care journey takes you, let the stars be your guide.

Astrology gives insights into whom to love, when to charge forward into new beginnings, and how to succeed in whatever you put your mind to. When paired with self-care, astrology can also help you relax and reclaim that part of yourself that tends to get lost in the bustle of the day. In this chapter youll learn what self-care isfor you (and your loved ones). No matter your sign, self-care is more than just lit candles and quiet reflection, though these activities may certainly help you find the renewal that you seek. Youll also learn how making a priority of personalized self-care activities can benefit you in ways you may not even have thought of. Whether youre a Capricorn, a Pisces, a Leo, or any other sign, you deserve rejuvenation and renewal thats customized to your signthis chapter reveals where to begin.