Libra

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Ruling Planet: Venus
Symbol: The Scales
Element: Air
Color: Pink, blue

In Chinese, two symbols are used to describe crisis. One means great difficulty and problems but the other means opportunity. Both of these definitions describe the Libra astrological chart in 2010. At times, the challenges and difficulties will seem to override the opportunities. But you must dig deep into that sensitive Libra well of spiritual belief and trust that life is handing you an opportunity to build a foundation of great stability and success. 

This year there will be a multitude of star-crossed contradictions. Three major planets ‑ bountiful Jupiter, unpredictable Uranus and Saturn, the planet of responsibility and limitation ‑ are on the move. Between July and September, if you are on a job search or are offered a new assignment or responsibility ‑ although it may not be what you had expected ‑ this is an opportunity for future expansion, so hit the pavement running. 

The trickster Uranus will be under the influence of wild Aries between May and August. Arrange a romantic interlude that is fun, sensual… but short-term. This is not the time to make personal, legal or financial partnerships. And as long as you don’t mistake an infatuation for the real thing, this can be a fun, uplifting transit. Be very careful if an ex knocks on your door. This could invite problems back into your life. 

 Committed relationships thrive during this transit. Even if your funds are low, go out and do something fun, interesting and romantic rather than watching TV. Most of us forget that relationships are like hybrid flowers which need nurturing and attention every day.  

 Saturn has begun a three-year transit of Libra, and will demand that you get your personal and professional house in order. Saturn is a tough disciplinarian but if you work with him, he will help you over bumps in the road and give you a map to a new career and domestic bliss.

 This year, keep the words of Wendy Wasserstein stamped in your psyche: “Don’t live down to expectations. Go out there and do something remarkable.” 

 Dear Reader,

In the next three weeks we will explore your professional, personal and financial challenges for the year 2010. Next week I will give you an Astrological overview into your career and finances. Love, Relationships, the Yearly challenges and Karmic lessons will follow.

 As we move into the New Year, remember the inspiring life and words of the great Gordon Parks: “I don’t allow anyone to put a limit to my dreaming. And I dream big. Always”.