Happy October Rainbow Tribe.
A good time to remember your vibe finds your tribe.
Have you heard that expression? I think it is so apt for our theme this month and for the energies that are abounding.
Our theme this month is Libra
If you need a reminder about how this new astrological archetype theme works check out the last few newsletters in my blog.
Libra, Justice of the Peace
Libra is the 7th sign of the zodiac.
This takes us into the energies that are more about ‘me out in the world, in public’ rather than ‘my private life and inner world’ which the first 6 archetypes talk more to.
Libra is an air sign and also a duel sign (like Gemini and Pisces)
Air is the element of thought.
Those with strong Libra in their chart (or the other air signs, Gemini and Aquarius) will likely be big thinkers.
This is great for analyzing and accessing, to a point…watch it does not become analysis paralysis, where you fall into one of the big Libra shadow traits of indecision.
Libra can be so busy weighing up all the different opinions, options and possibilities that they become paralyzed, unable to make any decision at all.
Libra is ruled by Venus, with her muse like energy this sign loves things to look ‘pretty’.
They will decorate their homes beautifully no matter the size of their bank balance.
They will always look good and they will be very unsettled in environments that are ‘ugly’.
This is from bad energy to a colour scheme that does not resonate with the pretty and peaceful ideal they seek.
On the whole Libra is a gentle energy who seeks a fair and just society where everyone gets on and there is no conflict.
I can feel the Libra’s nodding.
Harnessing Libra…
Libra is represented by the scales of justice, held by Lady Justice. which links to oh so many powerful symbols.
In court houses the symbol of the blindfolded lady (Greek goddess of divine justice, Themis) holding a sword in her right hand and the scales in her left.
We could analyse this from different angles all day.
But let us look at it as blindfolded to be impartial, weighing up with the left (feminine principle) and taking action with the right (masculine principle).
Then we have the motif linked to medieval Christianity of, ‘the weighing of the soul’ immediately before or after death to judge one’s fate.
Which may have originated in Ancient Egypt where they Anubis would weigh the heart of the deceased to see if it was lighter than a feather, thereby deciding their fate.
Same story told slightly differently from Ancient Egypt to medieval Christianity
and to modern day courts of law.
Which brings me back to Libra’s love of justice…which can swing to being judge, juror and executioner when in shadow.
Look at where you are judging others rather than looking at your own issues this month.
Whatever you judge can be found within somewhere.
This sign is also huge when working on relationships.
This year has had so much astrology squeezing us to work on our relationships.
And the next few months are going to bring up much of what has already been happening but perhaps with an even tighter squeeze.
I say this not to scare you, but to remind you to feel the pinch.
It is your birth canal to the transformation you not only desire, but require.
Here are some ideas of how to use this energy wisely.
Spotlight Advice
Growing with Libra
If you are resonating strongly with this Archetype then I am going to give you a few suggestions.
First to enhance the energy, second to sedate the energy and thirdly to enjoy the energy…lets jump in.
Action Steps
1) Enhancing Libra:
Any new learning is very stimulating for Libra.
So, finish that course, start a new hobby etc.
Take a good look at relationships and how to balance them this month.
2) Sedating Libra: Get EARTHED, stop flying away with the fairies.
Do some exercise to get back into your body.
Do some meditation to quiet your mind.
Take some time each day to stop worrying about everybody else, and check in with what YOUR NEEDS are.
Following that, don’t be passive aggressive or co dependent which are big shadow traits of Libra, ask for what you need.
3) Enjoying Libra: First things first a happy Libra has a beautiful surrounding so do a mini redecorating (can even just rearrange the furniture).
Air signs need to socialise to chat and share ideas with people.
Come out of hibernation and meet up in a group, one on one or even over the telephone.
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Astrology Buzz
Libra September 23rd to October 22nd Just as Saturn and Jupiter go direct, Mercury joins Mars in retrograde.
Scorpio October 23rd to November 22nd This is the surgeon, who with piercing precision goes deep into the heart of the matter. And this is the sign Mercury will be retrograding in.
Mercury is moving into his third and final retrogration for the year on the 14th Oct, to the 3rd of Nov in the sign of Scorpio.
In March when he did his first retrograde of the year I themed the newsletter around the whole retrograde story as we have had so many this year.
Below is the link if you want to refresh.
Suffice to say that this year the Mercury retrogrades have all been in water signs.
Water is our emotions, moods and is very intuitive.
Mercury is the planet that represents our minds, how and what we think.
One may look at this cycle of Mercury retrogrades in water as an opportunity to dive deep into the link between our thoughts and feelings.
To reflect on our feeling and realign our thoughts.
Perhaps to remember If we do what we did, we will get what we got.
So, reassess what is true for you, and kindly and gently begin to make the shifts in your mind that you know you need to make.
Full Moon is in Aries on the 1st opposing the Sun in Libra.
The Aries/Libra axis has a lot to do with questions around Me vs We.
This is also a particularly good Full Moon to either do some deep healing (Chiron, the wounded healer is at this party) or to do some damage.
As with all full moon phases, forgiveness is very powerful now.
Questions you may ask yourself in Aries/Libra;
How can I be more independent and assertive in my relationships? (if you are Libra dominant)
How can I be more cooperative and flexible in my relationships? (if you are Aries dominant)
How can I balance my needs vs the needs of others?
What wounds are being revealed to me now?
I heard an amazing thing, if you are hysterical, it is historical.
Meaning if you are getting overly triggered or hysterical about something it is likely coming from your history…your past.
If even one of these triggers you on some level, take the time to think about it, journal or meditate on it.
These are powerful tools or self-development.
Please remember I am a guide from the side, you are the sage on your stage. It is up to you to feel what resonates and remember there are many more ways this lesson may manifest for you than the ones I have mentioned.
And then we have a second Full Moon on the last day of the month! How very Libra to want to balance her New Moon in the middle of the month between two Full Moon’s.
And do you remember it is called a Blue Moon when we have 2 full moons in the same month.
More on the Taurus Moon in next month’s newsletter though.
New Moon: October Dark Moon in Libra on the 16th comes after all that tug of war between the two opposing signs of Aries/Libra.
At this point we go quiet.
We move inward and we do an authentic accounting with ourselves around all the Libra traits.
Where do these traits reflect strongly in my life?
How do I feel about that?
How can I strengthen or dilute this in myself?
These types of practices are powerful tools, to help you co-create the life you choose.
Don’t know where to begin? Contact me and I will get you started.
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Using various tools at our disposal we create a space for you to be held safe while you rest and reflect.
It is a rest from the ‘real world’ and yet it is often hard work to explore our ‘inner world’.
The more you grow, the more you can support the growth of the people in your life, rather than inflicting your own wounds unconsciously on them.
Let us hold you.
We have now officially gone global too.
Crystal picks for October
Libra Theme
Flourite I chose this stone for Libra is that they are great at balancing the two hemispheres of your brain and helping with concentration and memory.
You may remember I picked it for Gemini for the same reason.
This is where you can start to see that some crystals just lend to the Air signs etc. In this case fluorite will help to strengthen and integrate many of Libra’s strong points.
Snowflake Obsidian on the other hand will work to dilute some of the Libra shadow.
Air signs are not naturally grounded which means all the scattered, flighty, fickle air energy needs to be grounded.
Snowflake obsidian does that is a very gentle way.
And Libra appreciates gentle. Tethering them to the earth rather than yanking them back to earth.
Ametrine is a magical combination of two crystals in the Quartz family. Amethyst which is calming and helps us to stop obsessing.
And Citrine which is sunny and a good reminder to balance play and focused work.
This is a naturally occurring phenomenon, Amethyst already formed deep within Mother Earth is suddenly and naturally exposed to even higher heats (like magma) and it begins to change from purple to yellow.
The heat cools down before the Amethyst is fully transformed leaving it part Amethyst and part Citrine.
It can also be reproduced that way in a lab.
Aromas of the month
Balance and Geranium are my pics for the month of Libra.
It is hardly surprising that I chose Balance for Libra, and for Aries…both are seeking balance in different ways.
One is too independent the other too co-dependent.
Balance is doTERRA’s proprietary blend, combining black spruce, ho wood, frankincense, blue tansy, blue chamomile and osmanthus.
One sniff and I feel blissfully restored and returned to earth.
It has an array of benefits.
Some great times to use it; when stressed, anxious, fearful, struggling with grief, rage or mood swings and more.
As for Geranium, this is such a beautiful floral oil often known as the ‘poor man’s rose’ it deals very well with emotions and to balance hormones.
Geranium is also very effective to support detoxing, working on liver, gallbladder, kidneys and pancreas.
And it is great for skin and hair. A few drops in your store bought shampoo and conditioner is a real treat.
Only doTERRA with its CPTG (Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade) should be taken internally.
Of these oils doTERRA Geranium can be used internally but the Balance cannot.
Uses and Blend suggestions:
Get grounded – apply 1-2 drops Balance in a little coconut/grapeseed/sweet almond and rub into the soles of your feet at bed time. Not only will you sleep better but you will wake better too.
Balance your mood – We will all be needing this, all month. add 2 drops each of Balance and Geranium to a diffuser and let the magic happen.
If you don’t have a diffuser or are out of the house, just 1 drop each into your palm, rub hands together and then cup your face and breathe deeply and slowly. Simple, fast and effective.
Note: How Fast do Essential oils work?
It takes 22 seconds for the molecules to reach the brain
In 2 minutes, Essential oils will be found in the bloodstream
By 20 minutes they will affect every cell in the body
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Remember to write your blends in your blend book so you remember what you liked and what you didn’t.
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Cindy
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