The New Moon in Libra comes exact on September 24, 2014 at 2:14 AM EST
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Every New Moon falls in the same sign as the current sign of the Sun. This is precisely what makes it a New Moon. For example, last month when the Sun was in Virgo, the New Moon fell in Virgo. Now that the Sun has transited to Libra, the New Moon is in Libra. The Full Moon falls in the opposing sign. Libra’s opposite sign on the zodiac wheel (180 degrees across) is Aries, so this month’s Full Moon will fall in Aries. Quarter Moons land in between on the squares; Moon cycles therefore always fall together in either the fixed, mutable or cardinal signs. The Moon phases this month will all be in the cardinal signs.
The New Moon in cardinal air sign Libra marks the kickoff for the coming month and the official end of the Virgo cycle. In classic astrology, Libra concerns relationships, negotiation, compromise, balance and diplomacy. You are probably already feeling a shift from the busy-body Virgo cycle. Virgo is ruled by Mercury, so life moved rapidly over the past month. We transition now to a more extroverted period. The focus is less on the Self and more on our relations with others. Libra is ruled by Venus, lover of art, pleasure and peace.
You may now spend your time attending to areas of life that need more harmony. Libra, sign of the scale, thrives on pleasant conversations; tasteful style; groups of people working together; calm debates; feng shui; problems resolved smoothly; silence; fairness and justice for all. When balanced, Libra energy is sensible, sophisticated, amiable and refined. More than anything, the Libra cycle asks us to work on meeting the needs of the Self and others simultaneously. We are encouraged to take an honest look at our social circle to determine which relationships are working and why others are failing.
The New Moon is a chance to recreate, to start anew. This phase is like an infant: impressionable, vulnerable and wide-eyed. How will you set the tone for the coming month? What projects have you been meaning to launch? What changes need to be made? This is a time of beginnings, or perhaps going back to the start. Words, thoughts and actions that happen now are seeds planted for harvest at the Full Moon in two weeks.
The New Moon in Libra challenges us to make sacrifices yet still remain true to our principles. In other words, we’re trying to make it work for everyone without simply backing down and giving up all power. We are reminded that the people in our life are there to teach us lessons and help us on our own personal journey. No one is an enemy unless you make them one. We cannot change others, only the way we think about them!
The Virgo cycle encouraged us to create order within. Now we create order in our surrounding environment. This includes making a genuine effort to meet others halfway. In fact, Libra is masterful at coalescing opposites. However, because the sign of the scale is so good at finding common ground between two seemingly diametric opposites, this sometimes puts them in the position of appearing loyal to all sides at once and holding no opinion whatsoever. Imbalanced Libra energy can therefore be vacillating, superficial and indecisive. You always have permission to speak your mind without fear of offending others! Remember all that we have learned over the past month from Virgo: we must first respect our own health and wellbeing to function properly.
The cardinal nature of this phase is apparent in the undeniable importance of connecting to others. We rely on our loved ones both in times of happiness and sorrow. Without fully acknowledging where we stand in relation to friends, family and partners, we fail to take accountability for our actions. By looking around us, we gain greater self-awareness. The people in your life reflect who you are as an individual. What do these people say about you? In what ways do they reflect your maturity and understanding?
On a personal note, this New Moon has been, once again, quite symbolic for me. I quit my job and I’m feeling so happy and fulfilled with this decision.
If you would like to learn more about how this transit affects you personally, please contact me for more insight. To ascertain your personal Moon sign, click here.
YOGA CHALLENGE
Any and all balancing poses! Some options include (from easier to harder): one knee to the chest; one leg extended in front or to the side, holding onto the big toe with the “peace” fingers or using a strap around the ball of the foot; garudasana, eagle pose; natarajasana, dancer pose.
Mantra: inner harmony