Virgo Astro Care Guide
Virgo
Health & healing for Virgo season and placements
The methodical nature of Virgo demands that we take stock of the areas in our life that can benefit from a systematic revamp. Harness this pragmatic energy to expertly analyze your situation while creating a precise path forward, but beware that you do not flip your critiques inward or onto others. The gift of critical thinking is a tedious rope to walk, though we should be proud of our perfectionism, it is only when we release our perceived reigns of control that we will finally fall into flow with our higher selves.
Virgo Rulership
Diaphragm
Liver
Spleen
Pancreas
Gut-brain axis
Small intestine
Ascending colon
Sympathetic nervous system
Virgo Body
The Gut-Brain Axis
Mercury rules the vagus nerve. Virgo rules the liver, small intestine and descending colon. With Mercury as the ruler of Virgo it grants Virgo the unique rulership over the sympathetic nervous system, also known as the rest & digest system. This is the primary pathway of communication between your brain and your gut, known as the gut-brain axis. This may be the reason so many Virgos consider themselves “IBS Girlies”. The stress and anxiety that can overwhelm many Virgos directly affects digestion through this system. Taking care of our nervous systems during Virgo season can be very helpful in reducing stress as well as digestive episodes.
Suggested ways to promote health of your gut-brain axis could be:
Cold exposure
Singing or humming
Yoga and movement
Probiotics
Friendship and connectedness
Virgo Posture
Seated Twist
As ruler of the liver, cleansing movements are especially beneficial during Virgo season and for Virgo placements. The seated twist (half lord of the fishes pose) provides a deep stretch and a cleansing wring of the vital organs. While practicing seated twist, try reciting a positive affirmation like the one pictured below. Not only is it a great pose to detox your organs but it can also aid in a mind and spirit cleanse as well.
Here are a few more detoxing poses:
Plow pose
Fish pose
Locust pose
Goddess pose
Virgo Ritual
At - home ritual to reconnect to the Virgo energy within you
Though right now is the perfect time to harness the hardworking energy of Virgo, it’s important to remember how sensitive the Virgo body can be. If not given the proper time to rest and relax, the tender system of Virgo can be easily thrown out of wack.
Here is a ritual to perform at home to reset your energy and get in touch with the Virgo within you:
Detoxifying Steam
Begin with a detoxifying steam shower, adding essential oils such as rosemary, peppermint, or eucalyptus.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
While in the shower place your hands just beneath your ribs and inhale deeply through your nose expanding your diaphragm, exhale slowly through your lips and release all the tension in your stomach, repeat several times
Light Touch Effleurage
Out of the shower, while you apply the body oil or lotion of your choice with the lightest touch possible gently caress your skin in slow rhythmic patterns using only your fingertips, make sure to tend to your entire body and to breathe deeply.
This gentle touch relaxes the nervous system and sensory reflexes.
Stomach Kneading
With your hands cupped, gently kneed your stomach and abdomen area in a clockwise position. This stimulates and aids in digestion.
Virgo Journal/Tarot Prompts
As you attune to the attentive nature of Virgo through embodied practices such as movement and self-care, consider integrating the wisdom of the season through reflective activities like journaling and tarot. Engaging in these thought-provoking practices can aid in navigating spiritual barriers, both mentally and physically, integrating the lessons of the season and encouraging healing for personal growth.
Consider these prompts as you integrate the healing of the season:
