How to Be Happier, According to Your Zodiac Sign

Happiness is written in the stars

As different as we all are, every person on the planet wants one thing: to figure out how to be happier. But while there are some common strategies we can use in our pursuit of happiness—from figuring out our purpose and finding our people—what really works for us depends on our unique makeup, including our unique astrological makeup. Our sun signs play a large part in determining what makes us tick and what can turn each of us into the happiest zodiac sign.

Which is the happiest zodiac sign?

As you may have guessed, happiness comes more naturally to certain signs, just like some signs tend to be more polite or more trustworthy. According to astrologer Liz Simmons, Leo and Sagittarius are the happiest zodiac signs. “Leo is a fixed fire sign who’s ruled by the sun and associated with the 5th House, [which is the feel-good part of the zodiac],” she notes. “Usually the sun is considered an exceptionally positive celestial body, so Leo’s confidence and charisma would be evident thanks to its planetary ruler.” As a fixed fire sign, Leo is also “consistently upbeat, enthusiastic and self-assured,” Simmons adds.

Sagittarius is similar to Leo, though this mutable fire sign is ruled by Jupiter and associated with the 9th House of travel, belief systems and exploration. “This zodiac sign’s optimism is usually unwavering, since its planetary ruler is incredibly exuberant,” says Simmons. “And it tends to always move forward in search of brighter horizons.”

How can you be happier?

With a naturally positive attitude on their sides, Leo and Sagittarius might be the happiest zodiac signs, but any sign can boost their bliss—especially if they know their strengths and weaknesses. The following advice will point you in the right direction and have you smiling more in no time. Knowing your zodiac compatibility with other signs and getting a lift from these inspirational quotes will help too.