October 4/5 is the New Moon in Libra. Libra is the sign of the scales – the sign of balance. So, those of us who struggle with work/life balance, the energies are with us. This is the perfect time to work on creating balance in our lives. 
We live in duality, so balance is important. Not only do we need to create balance in ourselves, but we need to create it in our relationships. Both people in a relationship need to pull their weight. At the same time there needs to be support through the busy times and through the hard times, one person taking up the slack for the other when necessary. This is teamwork.
Maintaining balance in a relationship requires that we be honest with ourselves. Am I really doing all I can, or all I agreed to do, or am I fooling myself? Is there equality in this relationship? Is there appreciation of the other and other’s viewpoint?
Libra is about getting along with others, being sociable. It’s about employing tact and understanding in interactions. Libras who are in their element make good negotiators, counselors and collaborators.
Libra also rules harmony. That incorporates the all. When everything and everyone are taken into account life flows, there is peace, there is beauty.
Those who are influenced by the sign of Libra enjoy beauty. They like the “nice” things in life, the refinements. The elegant life-style suits them perfectly. They appreciate good taste.
On the physical level, Libra rules the adrenal glands, the kidneys, the buttocks and diabetes.
If you are setting intent to bring out the best of Libra in you, here are some samples
- • I am asking to be aware of the needs and feelings of others as I follow my life path.
- • I am asking to increase my ability to co-operate with others
- • I am asking for reminders to increase work/play balance in my life.
- • I am asking to bring more beauty and harmony into my home and my relationships.
