How Each Zodiac Sign Gets Revenge

When someone hurts you, how far are you willing to go? The zodiac signs have their own unique ways of getting even. Here's how each sign handles revenge.

Aries

As one of the fieriest signs, you might even smash something expensive that belonged to your ex. You tend to act without thinking, and this trait can make your reactions costly. You can flare up before you even realize what's happening, so your revenge won't be very strategic or logical. Controlling your anger is important.

Gathering everything related to your ex and destroying it will do you good. Tear old letters into tiny pieces, burn emotion-filled photos in a big fire, break a few worthless items, and then move on to find someone new who deserves you.

Taurus

As a stable and calm sign, you can't easily jump from one love to another. You love relationships with solid foundations and a promise of security, so being left can hit you deeply. Remember, the way to your heart is through your senses—touch, taste, smell—so it wouldn't surprise us if you were caught taking a bottle of their favorite expensive wine, a fine cigar, or a luxurious blanket when leaving your ex's place for the last time. Or you can just remind yourself that 'the best revenge is living well' and move on. Better yet, gather all the gifts they gave you, sell them online, and use the money for a nice weekend getaway.

Gemini

As one of the most scatterbrained signs, your heartbreak won't last long. Returning to your old habits and lifestyle will make you feel better. While your heart is healing, you can also flaunt your charm and start new romances right in front of your ex. But that's not a good idea. Also, posting social media updates about how great you're doing without the person who broke your heart isn't a good idea either. Of course, you can share photos showing how amazing your new single life is, but be careful not to say anything hurtful or critical about your ex.

Cancer

Unless someone you love gets hurt, there's hardly any vengefulness in your soul. But if you're the one who's wounded, your ex should fear your wrath because your loyalty is not to be taken lightly. As soon as you get over the initial shock of the breakup, your affection for your ex can quickly turn to hatred, and since order is very important to you, you might feel an irresistible urge to disrupt your ex's home order. From relatively harmless things like moving a valuable item before giving back the key, to creating a situation that scares them, you could go far. Control these impulses.

Cancers, you can go beyond breaking and spilling; with a nature that feeds off others, you'll only end up hurting yourself. Instead, focus on your own home, organize your living spaces. If it makes you feel better and safer, change the locks and free yourself from the identity of being dependent on someone. You might even park your car a few blocks away to prevent your ex from seeing you're home and stopping by.

Leo

Leos, you are one of the most child-loving and proudest signs. These traits can make your heartbreak harder to bear. You value love more than necessary, and losing the love that was once your light won't be easy. But on the other hand, your natural charm and ability to attract attention make it likely you'll shift your focus to another love. If you focus on developing your talents and hobbies, it will bring you not only peace but also fame and recognition. As long as you follow your passions, you'll soon be the talk of the town, and your ex might suddenly find themselves in that circle.

Virgo

Your strong analytical skills help you see that what happened wasn't meant to be, so you don't have much time for self-pity or thinking you'll never love again. Still, you're one of the smartest signs, so no matter who made the mistake, you'll notice both their faults and your own, and you'll be hurt. You're also detail-oriented, noticing cautious things—like what your ex really disliked! While grieving, you can also have fun by collecting brochures of music groups they hated, newspapers with slogans of politicians they disliked, and one midnight, stick them on their car (of course, without causing much damage and making sure it's on the back window), and walk away amused.

Libra

As a relationship-focused sign, Libras, the nature of a breakup affects you deeply. You seek balance and probably put a lot of effort into the relationship, so a breakup feels like a personal failure. After this fall, distancing yourself from yourself is one of your sign's key traits. Libra women, make changes to your hair's waves—cut, dye, animate it, and finally achieve that edgy look you've always wanted. Pull yourself together, shine, and if you already do, try a spy style. By focusing on yourself, you tip the scales in your favor and make the person who wronged you see what they're missing.

Scorpio

Be careful, Scorpios. Once you're hurt, your nature can make you sting so hard you cause real damage. Try not to go too far. You also have a sharp mind and the ability to uncover secrets, so wanting to mess with your ex can serve two purposes.

First, in your relationship, you might have sensed something bad that convinced you the breakup was a good idea. Second, when you message or email to ask for the spare keys, you might discover they're up to something else. Don't feel you have to do these things. Keep your mystery and send a message that gives them hope, as if you're sending it to a new crush, then immediately write, 'Oops! Sorry! Sent by mistake!' and turn and walk away. That will be enough.

Capricorn

Capricorns can try a different strategy: assuming your ex might apologize, invite them to a fancy restaurant to talk about friendship. Order your favorite drink, food, and dessert as if you're going to rekindle the romance. When the mood starts to soften, excuse yourself to make a phone call, and leave the restaurant. The message will be received. Of course, you could also spend the evening starting a new relationship with someone you like instead.

Sagittarius

The biggest confusion many Sagittarians face is not knowing how to maintain their freedom in a relationship—you admit you're attached. This can make heartbreak feel a bit more intense, but don't give up your desire to travel the world. Returning to your old self and making good use of your free time won't be hard. Moving on without effort is enough to drive your ex crazy. If you accidentally run into them and manage to talk like friends, which is unusual for you, you'll feel more at ease and realize your ex wasn't that important in your life after all.

Aquarius

Aquarius is one of the most imaginative and tech-savvy signs of the zodiac. Their revenge will follow suit. Although you know dozens of ways to damage your ex's computer, your tendency to be good-natured toward others will stop you from going too far. Nevertheless, if you know their Facebook password, you could change their profile picture to one they wouldn't like (without damaging their reputation, of course), sign them up for music groups and pages they hate. If you have access to their iPod, you could replace all their listened-to channels with annoying ones, or better yet, put a song on repeat and make them listen to it constantly. And if you have access to their phone, change the ringtone to a louder, more annoying melody. Of course, all this will only make them think you're crazy, so don't do these things, no matter how good the thought is.

Pisces

As a gentle sign, you can easily retreat into your own fantasy world. Pisces, you don't have a very vengeful nature. But you also have a very rich imagination, so you need to distance yourself from your ex as soon as possible. You have an incredible ability to fantasize and can constantly replay memories in your mind, so to ease your pain, thinking that your ex will bring punishment upon themselves might be a better way for you. Of course, if you want to make them pay at least a little, your ability to gauge timing will help. Analyze a situation that would annoy your ex, wait patiently, and make your move at the perfect time—they won't even know what hit them.