It's no secret that breakups are a universally painful experience. No matter how long the relationship was, or how exactly it came to an end, a separation typically brings with it emotional turmoil of some kind.

But what if the way you cope with a breakup was predetermined? Specifically, what if the way you behave in the face of lost love was written in the stars? It makes sense: if you subscribe to the logic of star signs, you'll know they can impact everything from communication style to love languages, so it makes sense that the way we grieve would be impacted, too.

Below, how each zodiac sign fares in a breakup — and what helps them heal.

Star signs that thrive after a breakup

Aries

You’re wired for movement, Aries. Sitting in sadness isn’t your style. A breakup means change, and change means possibility. You may cry once, maybe twice, but by next week you’re out the door and into something new.

Gemini

Ruled by Mercury, Gemini moves through life in conversation, preferring to dissect, analyse, and share your feelings. Heartache, is softened by socialisation and the reassurance that there’s always another connection to be made around the corner. With a good group of friends by your side, you'll be fine in no time.

Leo

Ruled by the sun, Leo's sense of self is radiant and intact, even in the face of loss. You feel things deeply, but you won’t let heartbreak eclipse your light. Instead, you trust that happiness will return in some form, and you move through the world as if it already has.

Virgo

One of the more analytical signs, chances are Virgo noticed the relationship was going to end long before it actually did. Post break-up, you behave similarly, grieving through analysis, reflection, structure. Healing happens when life feels ordered again — when your thoughts are clean and your space is clear.

Sagittarius

Ruled by Jupiter, the planet of growth and perspective, Sagittarius can't stay in one place for long, emotionally or physically. While honouring sadness is healthy, you'll feel better when you focus your energy to what's new and next — perhaps travel plans, or a new hobby. Freedom and change is the best balm for your broken heart.

Capricorn

Thanks to the influence of Saturn, Capricorn is one sign with strong boundaries. Breakups are painful, but you manage them by maintaining control in the areas of your life that matter. Don't be afraid to cancel a few plans and throw yourself into work, and let the passage of time work its magic.

Aquarius

Ruled by Uranus, Aquarius has a knack for detachment.  You might not show your feelings in obvious ways, but that doesn’t mean you’re not impacted. You have an ability to view break ups as part of the bigger picture: Even when it hurts, you're already thinking about what’s next, and what you've learned from the experience.

Star signs that struggle after a breakup

Taurus

Ruled by Venus, Taurus craves stability and familiarity, and a breakup unearths this sense of self.  You don’t let go easily, not because you’re stubborn, but because you value what you build. Healing comes slowly, and is helped along by those things that comfort you.

Cancer

It's no secret that Cancer feels everything deeply. It's common for you to retreat into memories of times gone past in the face of a breakup, but it will be reconnecting with those around you that will eventually be what heals you.

Libra

Another sign ruled by Venus, Libra prefers a life lived in harmony. So while breakups throw you off centre, emotionally speaking, recalibrate by surrounding yourself with people who remind you that love still exists.

Scorpio

Ruled by Pluto, planet of depth and regeneration, Scorpio grieves deeply. Luckily for you, a breakup isn’t just sad; it’s transformative. Sit with your emotions and really feel them, knowing that you'll emerge stronger on the other side.

Pisces

Neptune rules Pisces' dreamlike, sensitive nature. You enter relationships completely, which makes their endings disorienting. Regain your sense of self by embracing music, art and other creative pursuits that nourish your soul.

With thanks to data from The SplitUp App.

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