Libra Astro Care Guide
Libra
Health & healing for Libra season and placements
With the arrival of the autumn equinox, the celebration of equal parts day and night before we descend into the darkness of winter, Libra represents the scales of balance in the natural world. Encouraging us to weigh each side of a situation, providing thoughtful analysis of every outcome to create the best path forward. Though we may feel our judgements are just, we must remind ourselves that not every situation requires our assistance. Harmony is more easily attained when we are able to discern where our expertise will be most appreciated. Releasing the need to mediate problems that are not ours to solve frees up space to enjoy the effortless beauty Libra season yields.
Libra Rulership
Kidneys
Renal/Urinary System
Adrenal Glands
Lower Back
Homeostatic Mechanisms
Ovaries & Testes
Complexion
Veins
Libra Body
Homeostatic Mechanisms
As the sign of balance, it makes a lot of sense that Libra would rule over the process of maintaining homeostasis, which is the bodies ability to sustain a stable internal environment despite any external disruptions. Suggesting that a well adapted Libra has the strength and stamina to remain harmonious in any situation. The Libra system works hard to regulate a variety of different organs through a dynamic equilibrium. With such a multifaceted task, Libra placements can easily get thrown off course when they over-indulge or restrict too harshly in areas such as diet, exercise, work, and even relationships. This creates a domino effect, causing imbalance in multiple areas of health. It is important to give attention to either side of a polarity to remain in flow, making sure to avoid excessive or limiting behaviors. Instead aiming for moderation on either side.
Libra placements can find homeostasis in their mind, body and spirit when they release the hold that the external environment has on them. Letting go of comparisons and judgments while accepting that balance is a process, not a destination can do wonders for the Libra system as a whole.
Here are some polarities to focus on balancing this Season
Food indulgence vs food restriction
High intensity workouts vs slow flow restorative movements
Time alone vs time with others
Hard work vs healing rest
Libra Posture
Tree Pose
Though Libra is known as the sign of balance, natives of this sign can actually be quite easily thrown off balance because of their natural inclination towards over involving themselves with the needs of others. This tendency can push them to forgo their own needs, causing instability in their health and hearts. Tree Pose can be a beneficial pose to Librans as it strengthens our core, for better over all physical balance. As well as improving focus and concentration. While practicing these balancing poses recite an affirmation like the one below to remind you that you have the strength to stay harmonious and stable no matter what life throws at you.
Embody the composed nature of Libra by practicing balanced standing poses such as:
Eagle pose
Warrior III
Half moon
Half moon dancer
Libra Ritual
At - home ritual to reconnect to the Libra energy within you
One of Libra’s biggest lessons in life is learning how to balance we with me. So focused time for self-care can go quite a long way. If you’re able to pamper and luxuriate, this would be a good time to book a massage or a facial. Some other ways to connect with the Libra energy within you would be to engage in some sort of artistic or creative expression to mentally connect with your emotional side. You could also try some graceful sports or exercise like dancing, skating, tennis, yoga or tai chi.
Here is a ritual to perform at home to reset your energy and get in touch with the Libra within you:
Low Back Massage
Those with heavy Libra placements may find that they frequently deal with lower back pain and problems. Use this technique to help relieve that tension in this area.
On a mat, lying face up, take two tennis balls and place them under your low back (you can also use a foam roller if you have one). Gently roll up in down to massage the low back area.
You can also do this standing, by placing the balls up against a wall holding them up with your low back and then rolling them up and down.
Contrast Shower
Use the polarities of Hot and Cold to balance out your system.
In Depth Home Facial
As ruler of complexion, Libra loves to luxuriate in a long multi-step skin care routine. This makes libra feel nurtured and beautiful.
Hot Towel Self Massage
Take a hand towel and run it under hot water (maybe adding essential oils to the towel to enhance the experience). Ring the towel so it is damp. Then fold the towel long ways and use it to roll along your neck, pulling it tight to give your neck a massage. Do the same along your lower back and your legs for an invigorating steamy self massage.
Chakra Balancing Visualization
As an air sign, libra can be quite heady. So engaging in meditation visualizations helps Libra to focus their mind while also feeling into their body.
Use this Chakra Balancing meditation to try and notice which one may be feeling excessive or deficient and help to balance them out.
Begin with a a few rounds of deep breathing. Then do a through body scan, noticing which areas may feel strong and which may feel weak. Notice each Chakra and feel its energy.
Beginning with the Root Chakra, visualize a red light shining through it, purifying the energy there as it steadily spins in a clockwise rotation.
Next move up to the Sacral Chakra, visualize an orange light shining through it, purifying the energy there as it steadily spins in a clockwise rotation.
Repeat this moving up the Chakras
Solar Plexus – Yellow light
Heart – Green light
Throat – Blue light
Third eye – Indigo light
Crown – Violet or White light
Now end your practice by visualizing all 7 Chakras rotating in perfect harmony.
Libra Journal/Tarot Prompts
As you attune to the harmonious nature of Libra through embodied practices such as movement and self-care, consider integrating the wisdom of the season through reflective activities like journaling and tarot. Engaging in these thought-provoking practices can aid in navigating spiritual barriers, both mentally and physically, integrating the lessons of the season and encouraging healing for personal growth.
Consider these prompts as you integrate the healing of the season:
How does my fear of conflict affect my life?
In what ways am I putting others needs before my own?
Where can I set boundaries to protect myself?
How can I connect to my true nature?
