Keeping the Spark Alive
During the Holidays

Don't get derailed by the details of the season

The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful -- juggling social invites, holiday shopping, travel plans or houseguests can all add up to winter burnout, which can result in an unfortunate (and unintentional) break in bedroom activities.

So whether you're navigating your first harried holiday season together, or feeling overwhelmed playing Santa for your children, make sure you and your honey take a breather, focus on each other ... and reconnect. Look to your partner's zodiac sign for tips on making your significant other feel like Christmas has come early for them.

Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Luckily, Aries is comfiest when constantly on-the-go, so they can take mall chaos and marathon holiday partying in stride. To bring this Fire sign back down to Earth in the midst of the chaos, think like their symbol, the Warrior: tackle them the minute you're in the door dropping off shopping bags, or right before you're due to leave for the office party. It will be easy to convince this "live in the now" sign you have plenty of time for passion, and impulsive Aries will definitely respond to your sense of immediacy.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
Since this sign is so methodical and not easily swayed from its goals, it may be hard to shake your Bull out of holiday mode. But Taurus is a sensual Earth sign and responds well to touch, so you can make passion part of the plan with a systematic campaign of subtle caresses and suggestive strokes a few days (or hours) ahead of time. Then grab a bottle of good wine and throw together a platter of delectable eats (Taurus does love its food!) and ask your partner to take a quick "sanity" break with you on the couch. One drink will definitely turn into a stolen evening.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
This sign is known for being a bit scattered, so don't take it personally if you feel like your flighty Gemini is distracted in the bedroom. Simply wait until you're in this social butterfly's natural habitat -- a crowded holiday party -- to make your move. Gemini is at its best mingling, so your partner will be feeling the ego-boosting effects of good cheer. Wait until a break in conversation, tell this information-gathering sign you have something fascinating to show them ... then pull them into an out-of-the-way guest bathroom (or closet!). You'll definitely be able to hold their focus.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
This sign is all about nurturing others, so recognize Cancer's other true love (aside from you): home. The sign of the Crab just wants to stay in its own comfort zone, so if you have a hectic social calendar, pick a specific night when you're both dressed in your holiday duds and about to head out -- then delight your Cancer partner by tossing the car keys over your shoulder and telling them you'd really rather stay in. Suggest bundling up on the sofa while watching a holiday flick (Cancer has a strong affinity for history, so pick a classic), and redefine what it means to "cuddle."

Leo (July 23 - August 22)
The biggest battle you'll face is Leo's immense generosity -- which can add up to big bills at gift-giving time! Turn their thoughts away from the bustle of holiday shopping by appealing to Leo's famous youthful side. If you're at the mall, suggest a visit to Santa or a couple laps around the ice rink. When playtime is over, suggest ditching out on the rest of the day's chores with the promise to take them home and keep the spotlight on them, the regal, center stage-loving sign of the zodiac. Your Lion won't be able to resist the attention (and affection).

Virgo (August 23 - September 22)
You'll have to work a little harder to get this analytical sign to calm down and be in the moment, so make sure you're on their to-do list by relieving them of some of the more stressful items on the agenda. Then simply appeal to their Mercury-ruled talent for communication: a single look or hint, and this detail-focused sign will drop everything to make sure you're both on the same page. Remember, Virgo loves to serve others, so a saucy comment or a seductive suggestion is the only cue they'll need to completely shift gears and remind you that their sign's symbol -- the Virgin -- is a bit misleading!

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