A Dreamy Escape for Love

Romance can be hard work. Meeting, attracting and keeping the perfect partner can take a serious toll on your mental and physical states. But when Venus trines Neptune, all that stress just seems to just melt away, leaving you in a romantic, dreamy haze. It’s not that everything is perfect — you’re just too relaxed too care about the drama.

With a little imagination, you can take a cue from this very special time and turn any day into a dreamy escape for love.

Begin with your body
It’s hard to relax your mind when your body’s been running in high gear all day. Dial down both with physical pampering. Stretch your tired muscles with some simple yoga moves, then unwind your mind with a meditation CD. Or just find a comfy spot and lay a scented eye pillow on your face.

Serious body tension requires serious soothing. If you’re single, treat yourself to a spa day complete with manicure and pedicure, facial and massage. If you’ve got a special someone to help with those hard-to-reach places, turn your bedroom into a romantic couples spa. Spoil each other with an electric massager from a neck and back store, or for a more seductive night, stick with massage oils and your bare hands.

Pillow palace
Whether you’re sleeping solo or sharing the sheets, get in touch with your dreamy side by transforming your bed into a comfy, cozy dreamland. No need for unicorns and flying dragons in this fairytaleland, just soft sheets and pillows — lots of them!

Even the most macho man can appreciate the comfort of a bed overflowing with softness. And you won’t even have to break the bank to do it. Discount stores like Big Lots and Wal-Mart now sell pillows in a wide selection of sizes at affordable prices — so load up and settle in for a romantic, dreamy sleep.

Soothe your senses
Noisy neighbors and smelly laundry do nothing to help your efforts at sleep or seduction. No matter where your dreams are taking you, you should always begin with a warm, relaxing space.

Once you’ve cleaned up, start looking at your apartment or house as more than a home — it’s a haven. So how do you create an environment that helps you escape to that romantic, dreamy place? Drown out the rest of the world with soft music or the soothing sounds of a nature CD. Dim the harsh fluorescent lights and bask in the soft glow of lamps and candles. Fill the air with your favorite scents from incense, candles or potpourri. Then sit back, close your eyes and allow yourself to drift away.

When Venus trines Neptune, you’ll discover it really is possible to escape the stresses of everyday life. And once you get the hang of it, you just may find yourself drifting off to that dreamy, romantic place every single day.