There is an old saying about choosing your battles, and it’s an important one, especially for you as a Libra, because very often your battles will be behind the scenes. It will be almost as if they were a fencing match as elegant as it is brutal. Every once in a while, however, it is important to create another kind of battle, and that is simply saying “No.” That may be even more powerful.
Just as others have a right to demand what they want, I have a right to ignore them
If you’re into astrology, as a Libra you will be aware that Venus is your ruling planet, and its influence means you value harmony in both yourself and your relationships. You may be aware that it is also said to rule the earth sign Taurus, the second sign of the zodiac, which accents what you earn, what you own, and, in fact, the practical side of life.
Actually, many Libras benefit from a great sense of practicality and manage to live a life that is both profitable and beautiful.
However, the earthy side of your nature can sometimes take over, and that Taurean stubborn streak—as opposed to the usual kind of negotiation that comes naturally to you as a Libra—means you will get stuck into a particular ideal, objective, or point of view. It means that relationships can turn from easygoing exchanges into challenges.
Think about this. If there is a situation of this nature, it may seem that sidestepping clashes is a compromise, but actually it is an important lesson for you.
And that is one that is about discovering why you were born as a Libra and what there is to learn from the skills that come with being a clever air sign—not to mention an air sign whose symbol is the scales, which have to do with balancing things wisely and fairly.
As a Libra, you love a peaceable situation, but when you need to, you’re good at standing up for yourself. Except there are moments when it is wise to back off. Remember that compromise. You use the art of the compromise to gain a powerful advantage.
Being ruled by Venus, you have an indulgent side. The Libra side of your nature knows that sometimes that is appropriate. You also have an instinct about when enough is enough, but there are moments when you cross that line and too much seems a very good idea.
There is an old saying about choosing your battles, and it’s an important one, especially for you as a Libra, because very often your battles will be behind the scenes. It will be almost as if they were a fencing match as elegant as it is brutal. Every once in a while, however, it is important to create another kind of battle, and that is simply saying “No.” That may be even more powerful.
There is a fine line between the type of congenial discussions you’ve been having with others and the kind of frank exchange one particular matter requires. You’re rather hoping certain tricky issues can be avoided. They can’t. What’s more, the sooner you discuss some frankly, the better it will be.
Libra: SEPTEMBER 22 – OCTOBER 21
Ruler: Venus
Symbol: The Scales
Element: Air
Flower: Rose
Being ruled by Venus, the goddess of elegance, beauty, and love, you as a Libra have an instinctive elegance and talent for making others—everybody you meet—feel special. This talent often becomes your career, and those personal links develop into a lifelong passion. Your flower is the rose; your herbs are redolent mint and sorrel; and ash and poplar are your trees. Jade, in its infinite shades, is your stone.
