Welcome to the season of Virgo, starseeds.
As the sun moves from the stage lights, facial contouring, and mirror masturbation of Leo season to the pragmatic and purposeful realms of Virgo, we feel a collective shift toward purpose-setting and belt-tightening.
Marking the space between summer and fall, Virgo is a mutable sign ruled by Mercury, the planet of the mind and mouth. Mercury is also associated with commerce and currency, making September a prime time to introduce healthy spending and saving habits.
Cleo, the world’s first AI financial assistant, comes with tips and tricks to fill your coffers—and curb your reckless spending.
Cleo reports that 50% of Americans overspend during the summer months, a habit of grandiosity that can easily be linked to Leo’s extroversion and Cancer’s emotional spending.
Here’s how to get back on track:
Build an affordable budget
Associated with cleansing rituals, the season of Virgo supports the elimination of non-essentials – consider committing to a budget that doesn’t rob you of fun.
For starters, Cleo asserts that in pursuit of financial freedom, “getting is off the menu.”
Meal planning not only ensures that you’re eating healthier foods, but you’re not blowing your budget on rushed to-go orders.
In a similar vein, Cleo suggests collecting clothes you never wear, video games you never play and records you never listen to and putting them on a seller app like Depop, Vinted or eBay.
“Now your place is more organized and you have money that can form a small emergency fund.”
Arranged AND prepared for future disasters? Total virgin.
Reframe saving as self-care
To step up from the aforementioned small emergency fund, Cleo recommends building 3-6 months of living expenses into an account that you keep separate from your main checking account.
Cleo says these Savings Savings are not only fiscally responsible, but also emotionally supportive.
“When it comes to your money, giving yourself a financial safety net is all about one thing: self-care. This gives you the confidence and financial security to make choices they want to do, rather than being forced into what you HAVE to do.”
Find an accountability partner
Virgos have a reputation for overthinking and holding punishing standards, two qualities that can make money speak to anxiety.
Cleo reports that 83% of millennials struggle to have honest conversations about their finances.
However, sharing your struggles with a friend or a financial app “can help you feel less alone as you share advice and hold each other accountable.”
Optimize your savings
Virgo lives to improve and elevate, making now a great time to make sure you’re getting the most out of your dollars with a high-yield savings account.
Live long, save often, feel worthy, be rich.
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Astrologer Reda Wigle researches and reports candidly on planetary configurations and their effect on each zodiac sign. Her horoscopes integrate history, poetry, pop culture and personal experience.
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