I’ll be honest. I’m a Virgo. I like lists. I also like small treats at Target. Those two things fight a lot.
So I tried “financial zodiac signs” for two months. Not as a joke. As a tool. Could the stars help me spend less, save more, and not feel bored? You know what? Kind of. If you’d like to see how someone else ran a nearly identical experiment—complete with all the numbers—you can peek at this 60-day deep dive.
Let me explain.
Why I Even Tried This
Money can feel dry. Charts. APR. Fees. But I still want to feel something when I open my budget. I wanted a tiny bit of magic. Not fake magic. Just a nudge.
For a fascinating look at combining mythology with personal finance, I also skimmed insights from The Goddess.
Also, I kept seeing money horoscopes on my phone. So I tested them. With real cash at stake.
The Tools I Used (Yes, Real Ones)
- CHANI app (paid). It has weekly notes on money, work, and timing.
The CHANI app offers personalized astrology readings, including detailed birth chart interpretations and daily horoscopes, designed to support self-discovery and mindfulness. - Sanctuary (free version). Short daily blurbs. Easy to read on the bus.
Sanctuary provides on-demand astrological readings, daily horoscopes, and interactive birth charts, connecting users with professional astrologers for personalized guidance. - ELLE’s Money & Career horoscopes. I checked them on Mondays.
- For tracking: YNAB for my budget, and Rocket Money to catch bills.
I used all of these, side by side. No skipping. I even set calendar alerts.
Real Things That Happened
Here’s the meat. What I did, what I saved, what I messed up.
Week 1: “Review your routines” (CHANI)
The app said to tidy my “money house.” Very Virgo. I ran a Sunday check:
- Found two sneaky subs: a forgotten Showtime add-on and a photo editor trial.
- Canceled both with Rocket Money. Savings: $19.98 per month.
Small win. But I felt lighter. Like clearing a junk drawer.
Week 2: “Slow your roll, big spender” (Sanctuary)
It told me to pause before tapping Buy. I made a 48-hour rule on Amazon. No checkout. Just wait.
- I walked away from air fryer rings I swore I “needed.” Price: $27.
- I forgot about them. Savings: $27. No sadness.
Dating apps can be another sneaky line item that swipes money before you notice. If you’re curious about platforms tailored to plus-size romance—maybe as a paid upgrade you’re weighing against your budget—you can explore this BBW dating community for a quick feel of the features and pricing. Skimming it first helps you decide whether the specialized perks are worth the cost before another monthly charge slides onto your statement.
On a different end of the romantic-plus-finance spectrum, some people weigh the potential of mutually beneficial relationships before they break out the credit card. Residents of the Kiwi capital considering that route can scan the options at Sugar Daddy Wellington to see pricing tiers, agreement tips, and safety guidelines before deciding whether it’s a sensible fit for their dating budget.
Week 3: “Ask for a better rate” (ELLE)
I didn’t ask for a raise. I called my phone carrier. Ten minutes. I said, “I’ve been here for years. Any loyalty help?”
- Got a $15 monthly bill drop for 12 months. Savings: $180 this year.
Was that the stars? Maybe not. But the nudge helped me pick a day and do it.
Week 4: Mercury Retrograde Check
The apps warned, “double-check details.” I rolled my eyes, then checked anyway.
- Found a double charge on a flight change. Called the airline. Refund: $76.
- Also caught a gym fee that jumped $3. I froze the increase for 6 months.
Okay, that felt lucky. Or just careful. I’ll take both.
Week 5: “No-Spend Leo Weekend”
A bold sign, a bold challenge. I set a cash envelope: $40 for fun, that’s it.
- Free park day. Library books. Homemade popcorn.
- Spent $31 total. I would have spent about $80. Savings: $49.
Was it glamorous? No. Was it cozy? Yes. Cozy wins.
Week 6: The Silly Bit I Tried Anyway
My feed said a “lucky color” wallet helps money flow. I bought a green wallet for $19. If you’re more of a jewelry person, you might appreciate this brutally honest review of wearing zodiac bracelets for half a year.
- Did it change my life? No.
- Did it make me smile when I paid cash? Yep. I’ll count that as a tiny joy.
The Flop I Won’t Repeat
One horoscope said “good time for risk.” I tossed $50 into a random crypto. Just to see.
- It slid to $31 in a week. Loss: $19. Lesson learned: not using star charts for trading. Ever again.
The One That Felt Like Magic (But Wasn’t)
A Taurus season note said, “spend on quality that lasts.” I replaced my peeling nonstick pan with a solid stainless steel one on sale. For fellow accessory addicts, here’s how five different zodiac necklaces held up over months of everyday wear—proof that “quality that lasts” can apply to fun purchases too.
- Cost: $59. I made a sinking fund first. No debt. I cook more now.
- My food waste dropped. Groceries came down about $12 a week for three weeks.
Was that the stars? Maybe. Or maybe the pan just rocks.
What Helped, What Didn’t
Helpful:
- Timing cues. “Check bills on Tuesday.” Sounds silly. But I did it.
- Gamified rules. No-spend weekends. 48-hour pause. Cash envelopes.
- Mood match. When the vibe said “review,” I reviewed. When it said “pitch,” I asked for that phone deal.
Not helpful:
- Stock or crypto “luck.” Don’t do it. Keep your index funds boring.
- Vague lines like “abundance is near.” Cute, but not a plan.
How I Kept It Safe and Sane
I never broke my base rules:
- 401(k) auto-pay stayed on.
- I kept my 3-month emergency fund and my high-yield savings.
- I checked expense ratios before I touched any ETF. (Short note: lower is better.)
Zodiac was a layer on top. Like a fun sticker on a sturdy folder.
Who Should Try This
- You like astrology and want a soft push to handle money stuff.
- You get bored with budgets and need little themes each week.
- You already have guardrails: auto-savings, no debt games, simple investments.
Who should skip:
- You want strict math only.
- You chase hot tips. This won’t fix that itch.
Quick Tips If You’re Curious
- Tie a money task to each sign season. Aries = one bold call. Virgo = clean your bills.
- Use a 48-hour rule on non-essentials. Most wants fade.
- Keep a tiny “win log.” Mine says: “Canceled two subs. Saved $19.98.”
- Put key dates on your calendar: bill check, sub audit, rate call, credit report pull.
- If a reading says “big risk,” translate it to “ask for a fee waiver” instead.
Numbers, So You Know I’m Not Hand-Waving
In 60 days:
- Sub cancels: $19.98/month saved
- Phone bill drop: $15/month for 12 months
- No-spend weekend: one-time $49 saved
- Double charge refund: $76
- Crypto loss (ouch): $19
Net in two months, even after the flop: ahead by a lot, and calmer.
My Bottom Line
Did the stars pay my rent? No. Did they get me to call, cancel, and pause? Yes. That’s the real win.
My score:
- For habit and mood: 4 out of 5
- For picking investments: 1 out of 5
- For fun that still helps my budget: 5 out of 5
I’ll keep the money horoscopes as gentle nudges. I’ll keep my boring index funds, too. Both can live in the same wallet. And hey, the wallet’s green. That part still makes me grin.