When it comes to sleeping patterns, everyone is different. Sure, it'd be pretty awesome if you could fall asleep in under five minutes [1] every night and stay asleep until your alarm goes off (I don't know how some people do this!), but a lot of people often have trouble sleeping [2], whether it's struggling to fall asleep or becoming restless throughout the night. No matter which category you fall into, your tendencies may be impacted by the zodiac [3]. There are certain sleeping patterns that may be more probable based on your zodiac sign, so if you're curious, read on and see what the stars have laid out for you [4].
Aries (March 21 — April 19)
"Ruled by Mars, planet of action, Aries always have an abundance of energy and love to go, go, go," Kyle Thomas [6], Resident Astrologer at Love by Luna, tells POPSUGAR. "This leads many Aries to have difficulty sleeping because they're always ready for their next conquest." Restless sleeping patterns can happen often for this fiery sign if they don't channel their energy productively, rather than letting it fester within and keep them up at night.
Taurus (April 20 — May 20)
Taurus, the mighty bull, is known for its love of luxury and pleasure. "Ruled by Venus, planet of beauty, this zodiac sign enjoys a long nap or an extra hour of sleep whenever it can be fit in," Thomas says. Also, spending time in a space that feels "rich" is yet another habit of this zodiac sign, so expect to see a romantic and sensual ambiance in their home, especially when it comes to their personal space and bedroom.
Gemini (May 21 — June 20)
Always moving a mile-a-minute, this chatty and impulsive zodiac sign is prone to sleeping patterns that may be irregular. "Whenever something feels stable, Geminis are the first to want variety," Thomas continued. "This may mean that they actually don't have a regular sleep pattern, particularly because they're prone to late-at-night text and e-mail conversations." Ruled by Mercury, planet of communication, Geminis find it hard to shut their minds off, which can make it hard to fall asleep.
Cancer (June 21 — July 22)
The zodiac sign most closely connected to domesticity and the home, Cancers are ruled by the Moon. "This means that they have a sensitive and emotional personality, and like the ever-changing tides, Cancers may have fluctuating sleep patterns that ebb and flow," Thomas says. Obsessive about their always shifting emotions, Cancer's sleep will directly be connected to how peaceful they truly feel within. So, keep stress at bay and you'll be sure to snooze soundly if you're a a Cancer.
Leo (July 23 — August 22)
"The fiery lion, Leo, enjoys a long, leisurely nap or extended night of sleep," explains Thomas. "Prone to laziness whenever possible because they work so hard when they're in the limelight, Leos love their beauty sleep to maintain their glorious exterior." Leos also love to sprawl out in bed, making sure their presence is always felt in their "kingdom."
Virgo (August 23 — September 22)
Always a perfectionist, Virgos are the most prone to insomnia because they have such a habit of over-thinking and analysing every single detail. "Ruled by mental Mercury, Virgos often spend most of their time breaking down every little piece of information and can have difficulty slowing their roll down enough to relax," Thomas adds. They'll also be the first to try out an herbal supplement or natural remedy to try to release their stress to get some much needed sleep. (Speak with a physician to make sure this is OK first.)
Libra (September 23 — October 22)
"Social Libra is closely associated with pleasure because Venus, planet of love and harmony, rules them. This makes them prone to 'checking out' and indulging in some much-needed R&R whenever possible," says Thomas. Also, Libras are natural cuddlers and always sleep better with someone else rather than alone, as they're the sign most associated with partnership.
Scorpio (October 23 — November 22)
"Known for their deep and hypnotic emotional energy [7], Scorpios are connected to the underworld and the hidden realms of consciousness," says Thomas. "A water sign, Scorpios often are obsessive about their relationships and spend a great deal of time strategizing how to get the things (and people) that they want. Because of this, Scorpios can spend long hours into the night watching the shadows on their walls, sometimes afraid to dream due to fear of nightmares." Of all the signs, this one is the least likely to be a morning person.
Sagittarius (November 22 — December 21)
Sagittarius are often dreaming about things just out of reach. "Ruled by Jupiter, planet of luck, expansion, and optimism, Sagittarius' always crave 'more,' Thomas explains. "Because they desire so much stimulation, this may actually mean they're up late into the night checking out memes, chuckling watching videos, or gossiping about something new." They don't look at sleep as much of a priority as some of the other signs, but may pay the price in the morning when they're still sleepy and reach to grab their favourite choice of caffeine.
Capricorn (December 22 — January 21)
When it comes to being "practical," Capricorns know how they like to sleep, when they like to sleep, and where they like to sleep, and if any of those factors are off, this earthy zodiac sign can't fully relax. "Capricorn are notoriously stubborn and can become obsessive about things they cannot control, particularly in their relationships and careers," says Thomas. "This means they can sometimes become anxious at night, but if they feel grounded, expect them to adhere to a very strict sleep routine."
Aquarius (Jan 20 — February 18)
Ruled by Uranus, planet of innovation and change, Aquarius' often have a great deal of internal chaos going on. "An intellectual air sign, they focus their minds on their vision for the future and what they believe is intrinsically 'right,'" Thomas explains. "With so much activity going on inside of them, they focus less on the pleasure of sleep and see it more for its purpose." This practicality means that if they could lose sleep altogether and keep running, they probably would.
Pisces (February 19 — March 20)
"The sensitive and watery sign of Pisces is intrinsically connected to mysticism and dreams," Thomas says. "They're prone to laziness and often like to spend much of their time lost in their own little fantasies that they've dreamt up." This means that Pisces like to sleep more than almost any other sign because it detaches them from reality, he adds. So, don't be surprised if that's why it's so hard to not hit snooze in the morning.