
Libra! About Your Sign...
Libra is the only inanimate sign of the zodiac, all the others
representing either humans or animals. Many modern astrologers regard it
as the most desirable of zodiacal types because it represents the zenith
of the year, the high point of the seasons, when the harvest of all the
hard work of the spring is reaped. There is a mellowness and sense of
relaxation in the air as mankind enjoys the last of the summer sun and
the fruits of his toil. Librans too are among the most civilized of the
twelve zodiacal characters and are often good looking. They have
elegance, charm and good taste, are naturally kind, very gentle, and
lovers of beauty, harmony (both in music and social living) and the
pleasures that these bring.
They have good critical faculty and are able to stand back and look
impartially at matters which call for an impartial judgment to be made
on them. But they do not tolerate argument from anyone who challenges
their opinions, for once they have reached a conclusion, its truth seems
to them self-evident; and among their faults is an impatience of
criticism and a greed for approval. But their characters are on the
whole balanced, diplomatic and even tempered.
Librans are sensitive to the needs of others and have the gift,
sometimes to an almost psychic extent, of understanding the emotional
needs of their companions and meeting them with their own innate
optimism - they are the kind of people of whom it is said, "They always
make you feel better for having been with them." They are very social
human beings. They loathe cruelty, viciousness and vulgarity and detest
conflict between people, so they do their best to cooperate and
compromise with everyone around them, and their ideal for their own
circle and for society as a whole is unity.
Their cast of mind is artistic rather than intellectual, though they are
usually too moderate and well balanced to be avant garde in any artistic
endeavour. They have good perception and observation and their critical
ability, with which they are able to view their own efforts as well as
those of others, gives their work integrity.
In their personal relationships they show understanding of the other
person's point of view, trying to resolve any differences by compromise,
and are often willing to allow claims against themselves to be settled
to their own disadvantage rather than spoil a relationship. They like
the opposite sex to the extent of promiscuity sometimes, and may indulge
in romanticism bordering on sentimentality.
Their marriages, however, stand a good chance of success because they
are frequently the union of "true minds". The Libran's continuing
kindness toward his or her partner mollifies any hurt the latter may
feel if the two have had a tiff. Nor can the Libran's spouse often
complain that he or she is not understood, for the Libran is usually the
most empathetic of all the zodiacal types and the most ready to tolerate
the beloved's failings.
The negative Libran character may show frivolity, flirtatiousness and
shallowness. It can be changeable and indecisive, impatient of routine,
colourlessly conventional and timid, easygoing to the point of inertia,
seldom angry when circumstances demand a show of annoyance at least; and
yet Librans can shock everyone around them with sudden storms of rage.
Their love of pleasure may lead them into extravagance; Libran men can
degenerate into reckless gamblers, and Libran women extravagant, jealous
and careless about money sometimes squander their wealth and talents in
their over enthusiasm for causes which they espouse. Both sexes can
become great gossipers. A characteristic of the type is an insatiable
curiosity that tempts them to enquire into every social scandal in their
circle.
In their work the description "lazy Libra" which is sometimes given is
actually more alliterative than true. Librans can be surprisingly
energetic, though it is true that they dislike coarse, dirty work.
Although some are modestly content, others are extremely ambitious. With
their dislike of extremes they make good diplomats but perhaps poor
party politicians, for they are moderate in their opinions and able to
see other points of view. They can succeed as administrators, lawyers
(they have a strong sense of justice, which cynics might say could
handicap them in a legal career), antique dealers, civil servants and
bankers, for they are trustworthy in handling other people's money. Some
Librans are gifted in fashion designing or in devising new cosmetics;
others may find success as artists, composers, critics, writers,
interior decorators, welfare workers or valuers, and they have an
ability in the management of all sorts of public entertainment. Some
work philanthropically for humanity with great self-disciple and
significant results. Libran financiers sometimes make good speculators,
for they have the optimism and ability to recover from financial
crashes.
Possible Health Concerns...
Libra governs the lumbar region, lower back and kidneys. Its subjects
must beware of weaknesses in the back, and lumbago, and they are
susceptible to troubles in the kidneys and bladder, especially gravel
and stone. They need to avoid overindulgence in food and especially
drink, for the latter can particularly harm the kidneys.
horoscopes
* LIKES The finer things in life
* Sharing
* conviviality
* Gentleness
* DISLIKES Violence
* Injustice
* Brutishness
* Being a slave to fashion
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PROBLEMS THAT MAY ARISE FOR YOU, AND THEIR SOLUTIONS
As with all sun signs, we all have unique traits to our personalities.
When these traits are suppressed, or unrealized, problems will arise.
However, with astrology we can examine the problem and assess the proper
solution based on the sun sign characteristics. As a Libran you may see
things below that really strike home. Try the solution, you most likely
will be amazed at the results. If you find yourself on the receiving end
of the negatives below, it is because you are failing to express the
positive.
Problem: Finding yourself frequently trapped in situations that have no
depth and little value to you or the other person.
Solution: Try not to pretend feelings you do not have and find a way to
back gracefully out of a superficial relationship; look before you leap.
Problem: You find that you do not really like yourself and/or beating
yourself up over not being able to please another.
Solution: If you learn how to please yourself without depriving others,
then you will be able to please someone else.
Problem: The situations that make you ill at ease is only mildly
irritating to another.
Solution: Try to cultivate inner security through spiritual strength and
awareness.
Problem: Feeling like you are nothing: your actions being frustrating to
others.
Solution: Developing your feelings of self worth by expressing the
positive in your nature and not letting your elitist, class
consciousness show.
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Your ruling planet is VENUS
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Mean distance from the Sun (AU) 0.723
Sidereal period of orbit (years) 0.62
Equatorial radius (km) 6,052
Polar radius (km) 6,052
Body rotation period (hours) 5823
(Retrograde) Tilt of equator to orbit (degrees) 2.12
Number of observed satellites 0
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Some more interesting facts about your sign:
The symbol associated with your sign is the scales of balance
representing the balance that you continually seek in your self and your
life. The scales were also
adopted by our judicial system to symbolize a balance of fairness in the
law which is emphasized by 'blind justice' holding them.
The colour of choice for Libra is Blue
Your starstone is the precious Sapphire. The Sapphire is one of the most
beautiful and sought after gems in the quartz family. It is considered
good luck in many ways and one of the major healing stones.
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RE: STARSTONE CONTROVERSY
There is, and always have been, a controversy over "starstones".
Starstones are NOT birthstones. I give you here in these pages the
stones that are called your starstones, (planet stones), which vibrates
the strongest to your planet or sign, NOT to the month that you were
born. I would also like it if those who think they know precisely what
their stone is to go to the library and reference some good Astrology
books such as 'Parkers Astrology'. Sorry for the confusion, but
confusion over this topic has raged for hundreds of years.