We all deal with pressure in our own way. Some people get upset and start screaming loudly while others want to hide under the curtains until everything goes away. If you’ve ever wondered why your best friend stays quiet when you’re walking back and forth, the answer may be in the stars. Our zodiac signs are grouped by elements. Fire, Earth, Air and Water. These elements are like a default setting for how we handle emotions and stress.Fire Signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)Fire signs have a lot of energy. When they become stressed they usually need to do something to get rid of that energy. Aries may become angry or start a new project to keep themselves busy. Leos may feel like they are losing control and become really dramatic to get attention again. For these signs, stress often looks like frustration or getting angry quickly. They don’t like feeling helpless. The best way for them to deal with it is to do something like brisk walking or going to the gym. To get that energy out of their system.Earth Signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)Earth signs are planners. When things go wrong their first instinct is to act. A Virgo may start cleaning everything or making tons of to-do lists. Capricorns will immerse themselves in work thinking that if they finish everything the stress will go away. Because they keep things inside to stay strong, they can eventually become really tired. They feel tension in their body like pain in the neck or stomach. They need to learn that it’s okay to take breaks and that everything will be okay if they just rest for a while.Air Signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius)For air signs, stress comes from thinking too much. They overthink everything. Gemini people will talk a lot, trying to get their feelings out loud. Libra can get stuck because they’re worried about making choices or upsetting someone else. These signs are really disturbing. They may forget their keys. Don’t keep track of time because their mind is racing. To feel better they have to put down their phones and computers. Simply writing down your thoughts on paper helps to get rid of the clutter.Water Signs (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)Water signs are sensitive. When stress comes they feel it deep in their chest. People with Cancer zodiac sign can go home. Stay where you feel safe. A Scorpio man can be very quiet and secretive when thinking about his feelings in private. For them, stress feels like a wave. They can be really emotional. Feel exhausted by the energy of the people around you. The best thing for a stressed water sign is to take a bath, have a good cry, or spend some quiet time near water to help them feel calm again.understanding the differencesKnowing how your sign reacts helps you be kinder to yourself. If you’re an Earth sign, don’t be angry at yourself for wanting to organize your closet when you’re stressed. This is your way to find orders. When we understand that everyone has a way of dealing with it, we stop judging our friends based on how they behave when they are under pressure. Whether you have to scream into your pillow or make a list, this is all your way of finding balance again.