Libra
Libra natives, just like their equally breezy brethren Gemini, are AIR INCARNATE! Those who were born under the Zodiac’s second air sign are guided by a predominating infatuation with balance and beauty. Ruled by the mature ages of 42-49, folks who were born under Libra are known to be precocious at any age. 42-49 is typically a stable time in a person’s life. Many adults who are this age have worked out the kinks of handling a career while managing a family and are rather eager to sit back and revel in the bounty of their hard work. This is the exact attitude of a Libra. They have it all figured out and they know exactly what they want from life: they aim to let the good times roll!
Libra is the sign that begins the second half of the Zodiac. This portion of the celestial circle of signs is psychologically linked to the mentalities seen within the second half of life’s stages. Libra is well past the mournful years of midlife malcontent. Libras, instead, embody the kind of enthusiasm that comes with finally finding a method to the madness of living. This stage in a person’s life correlates to providing children with an educational foundation and teaching them how to find the cultural gems that give life meaning. Libra secretly knows that the real value hiding beneath the mask of our often painfully inhumane modern society, lies in art and expression. Transcendence through artistic beauty is what these natives live for! Life is art to Libra! While Libras can be rather “thinking-type” in the way the experience pleasure, they all uniformly seem to seriously enjoy food, music, artwork, fashion, poetry, and design. It is this very connection with man’s artistic soul that creates the kind of charming zest-for-life that is seen in loving Libra.
Ruled by the planet Venus, Libra leans toward interest in anything that offers sensory delight. Venus has always been linked to Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, pleasure, and beauty. Like Taurus, the other Venus-ruled sign, Libra can also be seen living a comfortable life surrounded by finery. True people lovers, Libras can be recognized by their elegant clothing and excellent communication skills, complete with unmatchable charisma to boot. Unlike her more innocent counterpart Taurus, Libra is a sign that attracts love from every walk of life. No matter how much she plays down her appearance, people instinctively know that they are in the presence of a goddess, and they gravitate to her.
Libras require independence in life, and love, yet they are extremely social creatures. Libras can be found happiest when in a harmonious relationship. They strive to find a partner that feels like a close friend, but also an equal. It is imperative to Libra that their lover places an importance upon aesthetics, and enjoying life’s pleasures. Despite an obsession with beauty, this sign is quite the intellectual spirit indeed. Many of the world’s bookworms are Libra babies.
Libra is at the beginning of the third section of the Zodiac. This quadrant, which has a focused interest in acquiring knowledge and understanding people, includes the following two signs as well. Books, museums, lectures, documentaries, and plays are all sources of wisdom that members of this quadrant use to further their understanding of the human condition. Libras aim to live up to the Venus ideal of beauty. They always possess the underlying goal of bettering themselves. Male Libras in particular, honor a constant need for self-improvement. In their search for a perfect mate, Libra man dresses artfully, and learns how to be sensitive yet seductive. Libra woman has no problem attracting a good mate; in fact, she often attracts many. What she strives for is to find a man who shares the same vision as her, which aims to contribute to making the world a better place. Once she finds a compassionate lover who shares her same mission to give back to the world, Libra woman will set out to try and make a difference.
Libra’s urge to improve things for the better can cause members of this sign to come off a bit obtuse at times. One may notice their Libra pal, staring out into space, quite unaware of whatever it is that is happening right in front of them. These ladies and gentleman are not intentionally ignoring the present situation. They are instead lost in deep thought. Libras in deep thought are often busy weighing two sides of some unresolved situation. Whether it concerns what to eat for dinner (Vietnamese or French) or how to handle a friend in need, Libra will literally consider EVERY possibility before making a decision. In this regard, Libra lives up to the air sign expectation of thought coming first and foremost. Libras filter the world through a mental plane placing rational thought before feeling. In fact, this gives Libra a serious advantage as air signs have the ability to detach from their emotions if need be. They are able to rise above and look at things more objectively. When Libras do detach, they do not let go. They just take the time needed to weigh their opinions and decide on the most diplomatic thing to do.
Libras are notorious for being social chameleons. These folks are master actors, who have a multitude of moods and personas to choose from on any given day. I am not suggesting that Libras aren’t genuine. I am attempting to explain why Libras can handle the worst of times while still sporting a smile. They want everyone to be happy and will swallow a lot of pain and anguish if it will help things run more smoothly. Libra natives are so versatile in the way that they act, yet they remain true to themselves more than any other sign. Each of the various personas that the scales will exhibit is, without doubt, a genuine piece of Libra’s personality. Libra just rolls with so many different crowds, she or he knows that a little adaptation goes a long way. As any fellow lover of aesthetics would tell you, Libra believes that the rough edges are better off unseen.
Pictorially represented by the scales, Libra is the only astrological sign that is symbolized by an inanimate object. In order to be as democratic and fair as every Libra hopes to be, the scales of the Zodiac being inanimate seems rather fitting, due to the notion that Libra holds no preconceptions. Libras prefer to remain neutral on subjects of controversy. Even when the outcome matters greatly to this sign, it does still feel as though Libras weigh their decisions as mechanically as a scientific scale would. Any friend or relative of Libra has witnessed the constant shifting of opinion that comes with this sign. Patience is an important virtue to have when hanging out with a Libra. Getting them to make decisions is like pulling teeth. However these folks love drama and stories, so while you are patiently waiting for them to make a decision, one can be sure that Libra will manage to keep you entertained the whole time.
Libra’s scales visibly tip when members of this sign are stressed and anxious. During times of strain, Libras are likely to push their fears away. They do their best to detach from their feelings and will often medicate with shopping, food or drink. Libras are so fond of hiding pain with pleasure that they can sometimes overindulge. What is worse is that because Libra prefers life to be pleasant and light, they are quick to avoid acknowledging the pain and darkness that inherently exists in the world. Drugs and alcohol are an easy way to numb oneself from the effects of suffering, so Libras – please do try to keep things balanced! Moderation is the key! However, it is hard to blame Libra for their tendency to indulge when they simply enjoy the finer things in life. As a result of this, many Libras are gifted in the culinary arts. My mother and brother (both born under this sign of balance and beauty) are two of the best “food artists” I know. I recall watching Julia Child’s passion for food and worrying once I discovered that she was a Leo. To me this undying love for French food was as Libra as it gets! On closer review, I learned that a large influencing factor in her chart, her moon, was in Libra. Then all felt right in the world again.
Libras are not only talented when it comes to food, they make wonderful teachers, writers and curators too. They have many artistic abilities and feel quite comfortable in environments that encourage the arts. It is worth mentioning that the air sign flare for smarts gives Libras a reputation for being some of the best lyricists in the world. Occurring at the beginning of the Autumn, Libra is one of the four cardinal signs. The fresh and active energy that is innate in cardinal signs leaves them quite creatively blessed. Libras are natural-born poets, and their passion for love is perhaps their strongest muse. One could never forget the impact of notable Libra John Lennon’s famous lyrics about love. It’s all you need.
Lyrical Libra makes for some of the best rappers in the game, as good lyrics are everything in the world of hip hop. As if Libra’s love of luxury did not provide these natives with ample culture to carry them into a higher sphere of life, Libras are also said to be some of the most charming people in the Zodiac. No one can resist the feisty fire signs, yet these attention grabbers lose out when placed next to this composed and classy air sign. What is intriguing about Libra’s charm is that even when these folks aren’t trying, Libras can’t help but to impress others with their calm demeanor, respectful maturity, and biting wit! Libra is original, open-minded and often liberal. The hyperactive imaginations they were blessed with makes them interesting to talk to, plus their awareness of the importance of equality makes them unanimously popular.
Libra makes friends so easily it can almost be a bit of a problem for the scales. Natives of this sign believe in standing up for what is good and noble. Libras aim to keep altruism alive. Yet if you wrong a Libra, beware of their ability to cut you down with some seriously snappy retorts. For such a goddess-like sign, Libra can surely be as cruel as she is calm. Remember the scales aim to right wrong, so any transgressions that happen will be dealt with rapidly and handled tactfully. Libra’s magical way with words leave their unsuspecting adversaries dumbfounded. The best way to stay on Libra’s good side is to always play fair. This will keep Libra feeling balanced and content. Should you tip the scales over, please remember, active Libra is not afraid to speak up! On a bad day, Libra can be: cold, competitive, inflexible, dramatic, lazy, erratic, indecisive, flirtatious, and self-indulgent.
The negative qualities listed above are only seen in Libras who are out of balance. Libras who have managed to find harmony are so pleasant they can hardly relate to the aforementioned souls who are stuck being off-kilter. A happy Libra can charm the birds out of trees! They are vivaciously deep souls, who are incredibly talented in many difference areas. Libra natives value enlightenment and are kind and giving whenever humanly possible. Not only are Libras a great friends, they are also welcoming in general. Libras have a habit of taking “newbies” under their wing, in order to help them find balance in the social sphere of life. Members of this generous sign love to talk. They makes friends faster than any other sign because Libra is someone who strives for unity! On a good day, Libra is humorous, kind, sensual, sophisticated, cerebral, romantic, imaginative, giving, and respectful. Libras fill the world with love: they know it’s all you need!
Cheers to the always alluring Libra!
