Libra Season - Flirt, Balance, Love, Repeat
The Northern Hemisphere welcomes Libra Season and the Autumn Equinox. The light has changed and the leaves that bloomed green in the Spring and Summer are now morphing into reds, yellows and oranges.
This day is also known as Mabon, the Pagan holiday marking the celebration of the second Harvest and the halfway point between the Summer Solstice and Winter Solstice. It was and is, an important time to give thanks to the land, the crops, and the food produced for the cold winter ahead.
Mabon is the name of the mythological Welsh God of Light. He is the son of the Earth Goddess, Modron. However, it is not 100% verified that this was what the Celtic people truly called this celebration, the name was applied in the 1970’s and is speculative - regardless, it has stuck!
Key Traits of Libra - Charming, Fair, Tactful, Peaceful
Libra is the sign of love, partnerships, relationships, balance, peace, harmony and fine aesthetic tastes (everything beautiful). This is the time of year to focus on how we relate to others and where we can create more balance in our own lives. It’s time to focus on being more compromising and open to input from others. It’s a great time to check-up on our one-on-one relationships!
Libra strives to be flawless and well liked by everyone! Libra always puts on a bright face and takes on challenges with elegance and grace. This sign is able to keep its composure, even when it’s not easy. Everyone loves to be around a Libra because they are easy to talk to and alluring. Oscar-winning actress, Kate Winslet has her Sun, Moon, Mercury and Pluto in Libra!
As a cardinal sign, Libra has a pioneering quality and likes to initiate - especially in the realm of socializing! Libra loves to throw a beautiful party and invite their favorite people! Libras are great at initiating negotiations for what’s fair in order to keep the peace.
As an air sign, Libra is social, intellectual, communicative and not overly emotional. Libra prefers to process feelings cerebrally.
Libra season is an excellent time for prioritizing the social aspects of life and taking the time to be interested in others. Remember Libra is the opposite of Aries (who’s all about themselves). Libra asks, how can I connect with the needs of others vs. the needs of myself?
Libra rules skin on the human body - making it an ideal time to give your skin some extra attention! Remember to nourish it! Drink plenty of water and use hydrating lotions or oils.
The Sun and Mercury also perfectly align today - known as being “cazimi” which is the Arabic word for “in the heart of the Sun.” This offers us a moment of clarity despite Mercury’s retrograde motion. Be open to powerful insights and heart opening conversations.
JOURNAL PROMPTS
What feels out of balance in my life?
Where can I add more beauty to my surroundings?
What actions can I take to improve my relationships?
Libra as a Quote: "I believe love is what makes the world go round. No matter how old or young, love is why we are here. It is the very essence of one's being."
~ Olivia Newton-John, Sun in Libra