October begins with 6 planets in deep reflection and review with Mercury’s recent retrograde in Libra. This line up of cosmic teachers has given us a period of time to re-evaluate and go back over many of our most meaningful and serious life concerns, big dreams and endeavors. With a great deal of inward focus, the New Moon in Libra signals a time of renewal and setting intentions that center around beauty, balance and peace within and in our outer world and very importantly, relationships of all kinds.
Libra is the sign of the scales, invested in fairness and justice. Ruled by Venus, Libra is The Lover, The Artist and The Peacemaker. Changeable, refined and social, Libra dislikes conflict, yet is here to learn how to connect, negotiate and find the common ground with others.
This Moon phase in graceful loving Libra has an edge, a warrior energy due to an exact conjunction with Mars in Libra. Infused with passionate initiative to create or go after what you desire, this Moon wants to make things happen. Mars being the boundary setter; there may be the need to defend your position.
Be aware that sparks could fly one way or the other, for this can indicate courage and passion but also frustration and anger. Consciously work with Mars to courageously show up and look at all sides so that when the time is right, the right moves and actions will be taken.
Mercury retrograde in Libra brings an attitude of cooperation to the table and asks us to slow down, reflect and talk through our feelings with the important people in our lives. To face any issues courageously, honestly and fairly and if possible, wait to make major decisions or commitments until Mercury stations direct October 18th.
Venus the ruler of Libra is currently in the sign of Scorpio intensifying love and passion in relationships or any personal desires. Full on feeling Scorpio is driven to dive into deep waters to understand the unvarnished truth that can challenge this Libra Moon’s need for elevated ideals and emotional balance. Mercury retrograde in Libra’s perspective calms heightened emotion allowing for more intimate sharing and deeper understanding.
Saturn and Jupiter both in Aquarius make a trine with the Moon adding a supportive dose of reality, discipline and determination as well as opportunity and optimism to issues of individuality and authenticity. At this time of new beginnings we need the gifts of both planets, in considering others as well as ourselves in defining and manifesting our heartfelt intentions.
Astrologically, this month holds a great deal of activity. One hour after the New Moon, Pluto in Capricorn will station direct adding power and the potential for healing to this lunar phase. Saturn in Aquarius stations direct on October 10th and on October 18th, Jupiter and Mercury will also station direct. This cluster of forward movement will result in circumstances and events beginning to move and unfold; personally and collectively.
In a world that is experiencing profound transformation we realize how important our relationships are and this New Moon draws us deep into the heart of partnership, where each person is loved, valued and considered. Equally important is the relationship we have with ourselves for both impact our happiness. May this New Moon in Libra guide and inspire you to create more love, balance, beauty and harmony within yourself, your world and the lives of others.
If you are interested in knowing where this New Moon in Libra falls in your personal birthchart, please send me your birth information. I need mm/dd/yyyy, time of birth am/pm (as exact as possible, birth certificate is best), and city and state of birth.
Be Well ~ Be Love
Many Blessings,
Deborah