Astrology offers a wonderful way to interpret the “map” of our lives, providing insight into areas like love, career, spiritual path, and finances. A look to the stars can even help inform decisions such as where we should live and the optimal moment to retire.
Come with us on a whirlwind astrological tour to find out the secrets of your zodiac sign, and how these can help you follow your destiny. Ready to go? Let’s dive in!
Aries: Dynamic Destinations
Aries, you’re known for your dynamism, propensity to dream big – and inability to sit still! This sign is all about action, and city living is likely to suit you perfectly. Alternatively, a spot where you can work to bring your vision to life is also likely to be perfect: a restoration project, perhaps, on a grand scale.
For Aries, a “traditional” retirement is unlikely to appeal. The Ram always need to be busy or on the move, so the idea of retiring at a set point in their lives probably won’t figure strongly on Aries’ agenda. Instead, they’re likely to simply move their efforts elsewhere, such as by monetizing a hobby, when the time comes.
Taurus: Feet on the Ground
As a Taurus, you like to keep your feet on the ground -literally. Inner-city living likely won’t be your dream lifestyle; instead, you’ll feel your best self somewhere you can look up at the stars, and feel the warmth of the Earth on your soles. Country, or semi-rural, locations are ideal.
Unlike their astrological neighbor, Aries, the Bull will be keen to retire as early as possible. Not because they’re lazy; more, the world holds so many sensual and Earthly delights that they’re keen to experience them all without work getting in the way!
Gemini: A Foot in Each Camp
With their famously fabulous dual nature, Gemini’s ideal living situation would be having a pad in the city and a pied a terre in the countryside. Where this isn’t possible, a bustling town that’s close to a national park or a village with great links to the city could be the perfect solution.
Geminis are naturally bright, quick-witted, and curious, so will need to live somewhere that continually sparks their lively imagination. This is important when it comes to retirement, too: for the Twins, this is likely best a phased affair, so they can keep one foot in their profession even once they officially quit.
Cancer: Wherever You Lay Your Hat…
Cancer has the uncanny ability to make wherever they lay their hat their home, creating nurturing, peaceful sanctuaries for themselves and their families wherever they are. Whether in the heart of the city or the middle of nowhere, Cancer will be happy as long as they can nest.
The Crab typically longs to retire as early as possible – but they won’t be short of things to do. In their retirement, the Crab typically throws themselves into taking care of their families, home projects, and creative endeavors and hobbies.
Leo: Living the High Life
Leos love being around people – and the feeling’s mutual! The Lion is typically at the center of a vibrant social circle; it doesn’t necessarily matter too much exactly where they live, as long there’s a strong community, and enough going on to fulfill their need for fun.
The super hardworking, generous, and dynamic Leo may have trouble realizing when it’s a good time to retire, and can easily end up working long into their golden years. They may wish to counter this by contemplating retiring somewhere that offers plenty of socializing and adventure opportunities.
Virgo: Well Planned Out
Virgo: your love of organization combined with innate adaptability means you can settle virtually anywhere….as long as the streets are clearly laid out and the town or city has been planned in a logical fashion! The bustle of a big city is likely to appeal, and you’ll make figuring out the metro maps a priority!
Virgos like to do things by the book, and will usually choose to retire at the “standard” age rather than looking to quit working early on continuing into their later years. Their helpful, get-the-job-done vibe means they’ll probably throw themselves into a charity or voluntary role once they’ve said adios to their former profession.
Libra: Surrounded by Beauty
Ruled by beautiful Venus, Librans will be happiest in places that offer gorgeous views, stunning architecture, romantic rivers, or charming streets. They’ll thrive in cities in which they’re surrounded by art, and have the chance to be their best social butterfly selves.
As a Libra, you may well have a job that reflects your passions or interests, in which case you’ll wonder why you need to retire at all. Charismatic Libras typically immerse themselves in a professional life that they love, and they’re reluctant to give it up. I don’t blame them.
Scorpio: Rich Daily Living
With your intense, secretive nature, Scorpio, you need to live somewhere that’s rich, exciting, and has a history. New builds and modern estates are unlikely to ring your bell. You want an ancient city or a gorgeous village full of little streets and hidden nooks and crannies to explore.
For Scorpio, a gradual retirement that allows them to keep working – on their own terms – with reduced hours is probably ideal, allowing them to continue exercising their problem-solving chops while giving them the freedom to follow their unique path.
Sagittarius: Adventure Awaits
Sagittarians are the zodiac’s fidgeters: always on the lookout for the next challenge, always scanning the horizon for the next adventure. Where’s best for the Archer to live? In all likelihood they’ll be happiest when able to move home from time to time – this could be to a new town, new state, or even a new country.
Natural entrepreneurs and visionaries, Sagittarius usually isn’t interested in retirement in the usual sense of the word. Their lives and professions are typically intrinsically linked – this is the sign you’ll see on their laptop on a tropical beach, or somehow creating a career from exploring the world.
Capricorn: A Place to Grow
Capricorns should seek out an area to live long-term: they love to plan and will love locations that support their personal and professional endeavors. This could be somewhere with great job opportunities, and that offers a safe space to raise a family.
Renowned for their hardworking, practical natures, Capricorn may need to be practically pushed out of the door when it comes to retirement! This Earth sign is a true lover of nature, so a retirement where they can spend plenty of time in the great outdoors will suit them best.
Aquarius: Living Outside the Box
Aquarians are masters of thinking outside the box and should bring this mentality to the big decision of where to live. Somewhere mentally stimulating is vital for this free-thinking air sign, and they shouldn’t feel compelled to follow a life path just because it’s expected of them.
The perfect career for the Water Bearer allows them to learn, develop, and grow throughout their whole professional career. When it’s time for retirement, this sign will be happiest if they can keep pursuing the goal of lifelong learning, whether through formal distance learning, college courses, or casual sessions at a community center.
Pisces: In Flow
It may be a cliche, but you really will find many happy Pisceans living near water, whether this is a small stream or the ocean. The Fish love to go with the flow, so are unlikely to be happy in a hectic urban environment, or anywhere that could cause a feeling of overwhelm.
When it comes to retirement, lots of Fish look forward to the feeling of freedom that comes with leaving the everyday work day behind: unlike Capricorn, they usually don’t need to be pushed out of the door! A retirement surrounded by loved ones, pursuing artistic endeavors, or beside the sea, is the dream for most Pisces.
