Astro-Themes & Insights

BALANCE, RELATIONSHIPS AND EQUALITY

Libra Season softens our edges as it gracefully enters. The reciprocal nature of this sign lends us to more harmony and ease as we navigate our way through eclipse season. This brings us moments to engage in important dialogue, where we listen as much as we speak. The Cardinal Air sign of Libra tells us that true growth and action come from the ability to deepen our relationships with others as much as ourselves. We are called to a balance, finding equilibrium in the ways we have lost it in the last few weeks. This is not a time to try to do things on your own, but instead welcome the opportunities for collaboration and support. Remember that you are not alone, nor should you keep yourself isolated now. Abundance is collective and joy is meant to be shared.

WORK WITH LIBRA SEASON

While the Sun travels through harmonious and soft Libra, we turn our attention to the themes of Balance and Equality. Being at peace doesn't mean we evade conflict, but instead embrace and embody resolutions. As eclipse season unfolds, there will be many moments ahead of us to engage in this understanding. With willingness and an open mind, there isn't anything we can't restore to equilibrium.
Below are ways to work with Libra Season:

1. Thoughtful Dialogue
Spend time sharing your thoughts and feelings with those that you trust. Through the process, invite others to do the same. Engage in active listening, where you intentionally hear what is being said before eliciting a response. Invite reciprocity in your conversations.

2. Journal Ideas
Being an Air sign, Libra has no shortage of ideas! It can create, curate, and connect anything and everything! Spend moments this season jotting down all of your ideas and take care to refine them. Put together mood boards and aesthetic inspiration, as well!

3. Self-Love Mirror Magic
Working with mirrors is a great way to work with Libra energy. Every day as you get ready, take a moment to intentionally look into the mirror. Turn your attention to what you like about yourself and say it aloud for you to hear and embody.

4. Find Daily Inspiration
Libra loves to be surrounded by and immersed in beauty on all levels. Take time to find that beauty around you! Go to a museum, head to a luxurious restaurant, or treat yourself to some soul nourishment. Invite a partner, a friend, or a loved one with you! Moments are best shared.

A balance is restored as we enter the equinoxes — the day and night are equals and collaborate as sovereigns of time and space. Through this phenomenon, I, too, am restored. Standing at the threshold of shadow and light, I bring harmony and peace to the internal and external worlds. I act as a conduit, a bridge, and a mirror — connecting and reflecting everything in and around me. I am as you are and nothing more and nothing less.

Read more about the Sun’s transit through Libra here.

The Moon's Movements 

LIBRA NEW MOON

OCT 2 11:49AM PDT / OCT 2 8:49PM CEST / OCT 3 4:49AM AEST

Reflection: Past relationships teach me valuable lessons about myself and have taught me the beauty of gratitude.

ARIES FULL MOON

OCT 17 4:26AM PDT / OCT 17 1:26PM CEST / OCT 17 10:26PM AEDT

Illumination: I easily maintain my own identity in relationships, and balance my needs with others.

SCORPIO NEW MOON

NOV 1 5:47AM PDT / NOV 1 1:47PM CEST / NOV 1 11:47PM AEDT

Reflection: I am formulating healthy relationships with my shadow while maintaining control of my emotions.

Libra's Medicinal Mushroom & Botanicals

Maitake  (Grifola Frondosa)

Main Modern Use:
Cancer & chemotherapy support, immune support, blood sugar regulation, managing weight.

Planet:
VENUS - Governs balance in the body, skin, ovaries, renal system, hormones, and circulation.

Sign:
LIBRA - Beauty, balance, harmony, creativity, mediation, and relationships are some of Libra's gifts. It rules the kidneys, adrenal glands, ovaries, renal system, acidity/alkalinity, and homeostasis in the body. 

Pairing Notes:
Reproductive balance. Venus governs balance in the body. Libra as a cardinal air sign rules the kidneys, adrenals, and ovaries. This shroom can also be paired with Taurus (also Venus ruled), Cancer (rules stomach, womb, cycles), Virgo (rules small intestine, pancreas, liver), and Scorpio (governs reproductive system).

Botanicals:
Rose (Rosa app.), Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) and Motherwort (Leonurus Cardiaca). Ruled by Venus & Libra, these botanicals accompany you
for love, connection and heart-womb connection.

Dive deeper into Libra's Medicinal Mushroom Maitake here.

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