4 Zodiacs Who Are Prone To Depression (And What They Can Do About It)

We all get sad from time to time, as negative, uncomfortable emotions are an inevitable part of the human experience. But not everyone knows the consuming, lethargic, painful fog of depression. For some zodiacs, depression is all too familiar, and something they greet like an old friend. There are a few signs that are more prone to depression than others, thanks to certain celestial influences. Here are the four zodiacs most likely to experience depression and what they can do about it, based on their astrological characteristics.

Cancer

As a water sign, Cancers are deeply sensitive. They are very in touch with their feelings and experience a wide spectrum of intense emotions. Cancer is also perhaps the most nostalgic and sentimental of all the signs, and they become very attached to possessions. When they get sad, they tend to embrace it and wallow in their melancholy – they play mournful music, look at old photographs, and let the tears flow. To an extent, this is healthy – allowing their feelings to wash over them also allows them to pass through. But Cancers often get stuck in a depressive state, clinging to their sad feelings and becoming too comfortable with them.

Cancer is guided by the moon, the celestial body that almost always keeps part of itself hidden. Like the moon, Cancers are very private and secretive, and prefer not to share their troubles with others. And, as the zodiac represented by the crab, they retreat into their shells and stay home when they are suffering. But it’s crucial for Cancers to connect and be vulnerable when they are depressed. They must let others see how they are struggling, no matter how reluctant they are to do so. Cancers are often the shoulder for their friends and loved ones to cry on; it’s okay to take a turn doing the crying. They should avoid the temptation to withdraw and instead let people support them the way they support others.

Scorpio

Scorpio is the second water sign of the zodiac, and it is also ruled by Pluto, the planet of death, rebirth, and transformation. This means that Scorpios often go through intense periods of rapid evolution to level up in life. But, as fixed signs, they are very set in their ways and reluctant to change. This push and pull of emotions can breed depression.

Scorpios hate being vulnerable, so it’s difficult for them to share their struggles or admit when they are suffering. They would rather work out their emotional issues on their own. Although they are primarily ruled by Pluto, they are also guided by Mars, the planet of war, action, energy, and aggression. Mars gives Scorpios a strong sense of competition, which is the unconventional key to healing their blues. They need to find ways to compete with others (or themselves) and win. This boosts their self-esteem and gives them motivation in their everyday lives so they don’t fall into a depressive funk. Mars’ influence also makes Scorpios surprisingly athletic and energetic, which are unusual traits for a water sign. Regular exercise will help keep the depression at bay, so competitive sports are great for keeping this zodiac’s mind healthy.

Aquarius

This one may come as a surprise because Aquarians often come across as unemotional or silly. You’ll never catch them crying in public or opening up about what’s bothering them. They’d rather crack jokes or change the topic to deflect attention from themselves. As an air sign, they are guided by logic and reason rather than emotions, and they are good at compartmentalizing their feelings. But when depression hits, even this stoic sign can’t avoid its effects.

As the sign of the humanitarian, what depresses Aquarians the most is the state of the world. They see a sad news story or someone in need and it makes them feel helpless. They spiral thinking about all the broken systems and the ways people have harmed each other. The best remedy for Aquarians is to be proactive about these feelings of helplessness. Of course, that’s easier said than done when you’re depressed, but Aquarians can use their compartmentalization skills to temporarily push their emotions aside and take action. They feel much better when they volunteer at their local soup kitchen or animal shelter, or donate goods/money to a worthy cause. Aquarians need to feel like they are part of something greater and contribute to improving the world to avoid depression.

Pisces

Pisces is one of the most creative and dreamy signs of the zodiac, and sometimes, their imagination takes them to dark places. They can become consumed by their negative thoughts. As a water sign, they can make their home in this gloomy place, allowing themselves to get too comfortable with the darkness and sinking deeper into melancholy. Pisces people are also very prone to addiction, a dangerous combination with depression. 

Therapy is essential for this zodiac when they’re feeling depressed because they are so good at convincing themselves of their untrue narratives. Pisces is ruled by Neptune, the planet of illusion and fantasy, so Pisces people can weave dark stories in their minds and believe them. It takes an unbiased outsider to assure them that the darkness is all in their heads and remind them of all the light in the world. They can imagine beautiful dreamscapes just as easily as nightmarish scenarios, and it often takes therapy to help them flip the switch.