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(Rebecca's Note: My forecasts for the signs for the coming year are based on what is called a "Solar Return." This is a chart cast at the moment each year when the Sun returns – hence the name – to the exact spot in the sky it occupied at the moment you were born, thus also the exact spot where the Sun is found in your natal chart. Because of this, an "astrological year" encompasses the time from birthday to birthday, NOT January 1 to January 1. Thus when I speak of "this year" in the following article, please be aware of the distinction. I am speaking of the "year" between your upcoming birthday in 1999 to your next birthday in 2000, not the calendar year 1999 only.)Happy Birthday, Libra!! You are the birthday child this month. And chances are if one of the many other people in your life has decided to throw you a wingding of a party or just a small celebration, you've been in on the arrangements from the very start, color coordinating the napkins and the candles, arranging the most compatible and interesting guest list and seating arrangement, divvying up the little odd jobs that go with the occasion so nobody feels left out. After all, you believe in teamwork, shared efforts, and joint enterprises – for even the simplest projects.
With the arrival of Libra energy, we have finally reached halfway around the Zodiac and from here until the beginning of Aries energy again in the Spring of next year, we will be filling in the polarities of each sign that has passed so far. Libra is the polarity of Aries – the opposite and complementary end of the personality spectrum, emphasizing "the other side of the coin" regarding the traits that Aries energy shows in rich abundance. And so to counterbalance the pioneering independence, individual drive for leadership, and Aries emphasis on personal initiative, we have, in Libra, the accent on partnerships, "other people," relationships, cooperation, joint effort, and compromise, which are the essential themes so dear to the Libra's heart.
Libras don't do well as "singles." They feel incomplete without "another half" in their life – meaning another person to whom they feel profoundly connected, with whom they feel intimately "involved." They deeply feel the need for other people in their lives, and so a well-functioning Libra will also be well-skilled in all the little social graces and interpersonal courtesies the make relationships work smoothly for everyone concerned. Libras feel adrift and unfocused without a significant personal partner . . . more so than any other sign of the Zodiac, and the keen observer of human commerce (itself a very Libra interest) will notice this constantly in the nuances of their behavior.
Libras often speak in terms of "we" . . . as if they speak for "the partnership," even when the opinion, or the experience, or the anecdote to which they refer is theirs alone. They aren't comfortable with dissent in the ranks. They want agreement, accord, a united front to present to the rest of the world. It's as if they feel naked without that kind of partnership support behind them to turn to and rely on. They are, therefore, more attuned than any other sign to the views, perspectives, beliefs, ambitions, desires, and foibles of the "other" in their lives.
This approach makes for an automatic intimacy between a Libra and the significant partner. But it also can indicate a strange kind of assimilation . . . as if, indeed, two people no longer exist, but rather a composite has been formed . . . and extrication back into two individuals instead of this strange new multi-faceted entity can be a sticky business, to say the least. In an association with a true Libra, it can be hard for the partners to tell after a while where one leaves off and the other begins. Clearly this can lead to some significant boundary issues to work out, made all the more problematic because the "merging" – even to an unhealthy extent – can feel so right to the Libra half of the pair.
As I've indicated, Libras deal in compromise and cooperation . . . the very things that smooth transactions with those all-important companions and partners. They are also concerned with issues of popularity and approval . . . and have a "sense" of how to obtain these that makes them exceptionally fine at working with the public in general. Libras, therefore, are natural arbiters, peacemakers, and strategists. They have unusually strong talents as writers and counsellors, because of their innate ability to see another point of view and work from it as clearly as they do "their own" . . . when they know for sure what their own point is. That's not as easy as it sounds. Indeed, the dividing line tends to blur quite often in their preoccupation with achieving consensus – that common ground on which they always prefer to stand.
For this reason, and because they often can hold multiple views at once and believe devoutly in whichever is more prominent, more vigorously promoted, or most convenient at the moment, Libras can be ambivalent and indecisive to the point of being wishy-washy. The truth is, they value having options. To them, having another one to add to a growing stack is not at all the problem it would be for some signs. To the Libras, more options open up the horizons of more possibilities. And being one of the intellectual Air signs . . . they find this all vastly entertaining.
Then, too, this trait inclines them to interest in matters of fairness, justice, 50-50 propositions and "everybody pulling his own weight and doing his own share." This makes occupations in which they serve as agents or representatives for "others" also a natural channel for their professional energies, including the fields of law, sales, advertising, and contract negotiation. Then, too, Libras at their best can be beautifully cultured, charming, discreet, judicious, graceful and highly concerned with appearances – which -- is always a plus in these endeavors.
They want things to be "nice," pleasant, congenial and gracious. Serenity can be something Libras opt for, even at the expense of more important qualities and conditions in the long run. And they have to be truly careful not to smile and schmooze their way into really serious problems – and those all important "compromises," all for the sake of not making waves. Libras genuinely prize harmony and peace, and along with their sociable natures, go generous helpings of dignity, polish, and refinement.
They are extremely conscientious people, but they can easily prefer tact over truth in the interests of not hurting anyone's feelings. And their devout concern with seeing all sides "win" in a given situation makes them wonderful diplomats . . . but these same traits make it hard for Libras to take a firm stand (especially an unpopular one, regardless of the principle involved – unless the principle itself deals with matters of equity and justice) and stick unflinchingly to it. They are often too willing to bend for the sake of "peace and goodwill." Abe Lincoln may have known you can't please all the people all the time . . . but Libras keep on trying anyway.
Libras also believe in balance, but they do tend to go to extremes in their constant search for that elusive middle-of-the-road level playing field. This alone often keeps them from living that quiet well-ordered, companionable life they so greatly desire. For all their good intentions, they can be a trial to deal with over the long-term . . . but as friends, hosts, or occasional companions, they can be most accommodating. That relationships are so prevalent a theme in their lives means there will inevitably be issues to work through in anything considered "permanent." That just goes with the territory. But for an affectionate, considerate, gregarious, elegant, sympathetic, and romantic comrade on life's journey, someone interested in a partner who will be intensely interested in him could find a Libra soul . . . is the perfect mate.
So, with all that said, let's talk about the year unfolding for the Libras beginning now . . .
For Libras with late September birthdays, you will likely find this a very pleasant, congenial year for making new intellectual contacts and using your communications skills to good advantage. Your mental energy is strongly showcased in the way you "take on the world" this year . . . and your interest in exchanging viewpoints and information with these all important "other people" in your life (including with the public at large, if your ambitions run in that direction) will provide a major context for your year's activities and for the milieu in which your relationships unfold. Not only talking, but reading, learning and even short-distance travel (or, if impeded in this, a chronic sense of restlessness and fantasies of a more footloose existence) may be quite prevalent over the next twelve months.
There is very strong energy available this year for promoting your own ideas and opinions, for adding to your store of facts and knowledge, and for making an impression on others for the forceful and passionate presentation of your beliefs and perspectives on life. In doing so, you are apt to magnetize some other extremely powerful minds into your circle of associates . . . with their own heartfelt conclusions and ideas – and over the coming year, you may help one another transform to greatly improved effect the way you all use information and communicate your concepts, theories and discoveries to share with others.
This also looks like a very social year for you . . . with relationships among you and your friends – and new friends – and occasions that highlight your social charisma and enhance your creative and romantic potentials -- being very prominent. These contacts from within your social network (and like-minded friends from among your professional associates) may also provide some interesting (and very ego-fulfilling) sources of income if you strike the right combination of goals and interests . . . and structure the resulting 'partnership" to suit you both. The best results of this enterprise may not come this year however . . . but the foundations for the future could be beneficial for all concerned.
There is intense energy in your area of leisure activities and romantic interests this year . . . a continuation of a trend that has been in effect for 3+ years . . . and is due to last about that much longer still. For those of you born in the very early part of the sign (September 23rd – 27th), a new, mystical idealism also joins the mix . . . which could make for some extremely interesting moments of self-promotion and romantic connection.
Metaphorically, this represents the start of a long-term interest in finding romantic partners . . . and outlets . . . with a decidedly spiritual flavor to them, a desire for a kind of ethereal "merging" into the love relationships in which you participate, the creative and artistic projects that catch your attention, and the connections you establish – and maintain – with your children (and brainchildren). The "downside" of this can be an extreme tendency toward self-sacrifice and idealism . . . which can be dangerous when dealing with other people.
It also suggests feeling a definite "soul interest" in these areas of life – which, because it is so long-term may not be all that noticeable as an "event" . . . but rather will be better understood and appreciated in retrospect. "Retrospect" here means . . . 15 years from now, however. So while this is going on . . . and the more aware and enlightened of you may be aware of it now that you've been alerted to its presence, the majority will only see the effects many years hence when (or if) they stop to consider who they "used to be recently" . . . and comparing that to who they are becoming through the process I just described.
Later on, toward your birthday next year, you will find yourself gaining the benefits of unearned income or "other people's resources" . . . which you can use well into the future to mutual advantage. This could come in several ways.: through an alliance with someone whose assets, talents, or abilities enhance yours in ways that let you form a jointly productive partnership; through the dividends you reap from some previous investment, financial or otherwise; through something like the receipt of an inheritance, or bequest; or through the dismantling and improvement of some existing but "jointly controlled" advantage or asset that is part of your life presently — but has definitely reached the point of needing an upgrade and an overhaul.
For most of the year, however, the emphasis you are likely to feel in this area has to do with "responsibility" for other people's assets, -- and things like community property and mutually owned resources. Rather than feeling the enrichment at first, you may be more aware of (and burdened by) the limitations that exist in this area of life for you at the moment. Consider this part of the "payment of dues," if that helps you get through this time . . . 'cause the enrichment is coming. You'll see some progress here during May, 2000 . . . and beyond.
For Libras with October birthdays, almost all the themes just mentioned for your early-born star siblings . . . apply to your upcoming year as well. Therefore, I am reproducing below the pertinent sections of text with the necessary modifications.
You will likely find this a very pleasant and congenial year for making new intellectual contacts and using your communications skills to good advantage. Your mental energy is strongly showcased in the way you "take on the world" this year . . . and your interest in exchanging viewpoints and information with these all important "other people" in your life (including with the public at large, if your ambitions run in that direction) will provide a major context for your year's activities and for the milieu in which your relationships unfold. Not only talking, but reading, learning and even short-distance travel (or, if impeded in this, a chronic sense of restlessness and fantasies of a more footloose existence) may be quite prevalent over the next twelve months.
For those born before October 3rd, there is very strong energy available this year for promoting your own ideas and opinions, for adding to your store of facts and knowledge, and for making an impression on others for the forceful and passionate presentation of your beliefs and perspectives on life. In doing so, you are apt to magnetize some other extremely powerful minds into your circle of associates . . . with their own heartfelt conclusions and ideas – and over the coming year, you may help one another transform to greatly improved effect the way you all use information and communicate your concepts, theories and discoveries to share with others.
For those born after October 3rd, you are finishing an extended time of re-doing and improving your abstract values, your approach to the use of material assets and possessions, and your methods of earning and spending money. This is a very long term theme which is still in effect, although for those actually born on October 3rd this year marks the time of putting the final touches on a process that has been occurring for well over a decade. It will undoubtedly take some thought and remembering back to what you (and these parts of your life) were like 12 – 15 years ago to see and appreciate the changes that have occurred, but if you take the time to do this, you will find the results have been substantial.
The rest of you are still somewhere "in the middle" of this process . . . and the later born you are in the sign, the less time it has been underway – and consequently the longer it will remain in effect. A lot can happen in 12 – 15 years, so you can see how formidable (and in some ways subtle) this theme is overall.
This also looks like a very social year for you . . . with relationships among you and your friends – and new friends – and occasions that highlight your social charisma and enhance your creative and romantic potentials -- being very prominent. These contacts from within your social network (and like-minded friends from among your professional associates) may also provide some interesting (and very ego-fulfilling) sources of income if you strike the right combination of goals and interests . . . and structure the resulting 'partnership" to suit you both. The best results of this enterprise may not come this year however . . . but the foundations for the future could be beneficial for all concerned.
Another long-term trend that continues and will grow more obvious this year -- for those born between October 1st and 6th -- involves a very intense and adventurous energy in your area of leisure activities, romantic interests, self-promotion efforts, creative projects, and your relationships with your children (or brain-children). Experiences, attitudes, and interests that could only be called unique or highly unusual may bring you some interesting moments of growth and insight . . . as you work to express the most independent, original, and unorthodox part of yourself (and your most progressive ideas) in these areas of your life.
People who have known you a long time – and you yourself – may wonder ultimately at some of the risks you are willing to take and inspirations you will apply as you experiment to find more freedom and excitement here. Along with intensity, this energy (and the tactics and ideas it represents) can also be short-lived and unstable regarding individual interests and projects. There is certainly an impatience that goes along with it, too. So while some of the things you try may be decidedly "off the wall" and quite unlike the "normal you" . . . there may also be quite a few quickly passing "fads" you pick up and drop almost immediately – moving on to whatever seems more engaging.
This may be less of a problem in those areas which do not deal directly with people . . . but "adventurous experiments" that involve your children – or your romantic partners – that seem to commence and end almost "at a whim" for you . . . may give you a reputation for being inconsistent and having problems making a commitment and sticking to it. This is something that will just have to work itself out within the context of your life over the next 5 – 7 years, but when it ends, you may have some fence-mending to do to move the relationships with your children back on course. Lovers you contact while this energy is in place will have long since "come and gone" . . . because this energy is not one bit conducive to making long-terms plans and commitments. Your kids, on the other hand, may put up with your eccentricities now . . . because they have to.
Those born after the 6th are dealing with this intense, concentrated energy in the area of your private life, family relationships, home conditions, and deep psychological needs. In some ways, this is an even less comfortable place to have it located – and kicking up sand. It suggests the possibility of many changes of residence, for example . . . or at the very least changes to or within your existing residence. Again, you are experimenting with and expressing your unique individuality here . . . and often that manifests as sudden "faddish" changes of lifestyle and / or living conditions. Relationships with family members may be very "on again off again" . . . as you seek and find lots more "independence" and freedom in this area of your life.
One of the more interesting manifestations of this energy is in your area of security needs and emotional issues . . . as it brings you sudden but often compelling insights into why you are the way you are and what you need to feel more complete, more psychologically independent, more emotionally expressive. This knowledge itself will suggest – and lead you into – very untraditional and progressive methods (and "trial and error procedures") for the best way to supply this for yourself now and on into the future. The downside of this . . . is an extended period (meaning years) of having this intense instability affect your moods and feelings. This makes you hard to live with and hard to be around . . . even for you yourself!!
Simultaneous with this is a very mystical, spiritual energy – another long-term one – affecting this same area of your life. It can incline you toward a lot more reclusiveness and tendency toward self-sacrifice in your private life, family matters, and home situation than was the case before it went into effect. But this energy can also be quite subtle and may need several years before its full effects seem "established" as a new way of life. For all of you though, this has certainly been going on long enough for it to be noticed, although since it does remain in effect for about fifteen years once it engages . . . "a new way of life" is indeed the way to describe it once it gets underway. This year . . . it simply continues on a generic level . . . and specific activity, if any, would be triggered by placements in your individual chart.
Another theme that has been underway most of last year – and is finishing up its work this year – deals with expansion and increase in your area of partnerships and public contact. Sometimes, as you can imagine, this represents the beginning of a very lucrative and beneficial marriage or other partnership. Sometimes it simply shows an existing partner expanding his (or her) own interests, educational growth, public experience, and sphere of influence – and while you naturally have to accommodate this, you profit from it as well.
You may also be using a series of people and relationships from "the general public," if you will, as your "partner" in this area of your life – in which case, you will be dealing with people who are growing, evolving, and bettering their circumstances, and to the extent that you are a helpful part of this . . . again, you find yourself on the receiving end of the bounty and other useful opportunities. If this is how the energy manifests . . . then these "other people" will be providing examples for you to use eventually in your own growth, evolution, practical education, and expansion. You will, in this instance, both be acting as teachers and role models for the other.
Just a word to the wise . . . the chart this year shows you likely to become very involved in such an effort . . . to the extent of being overloaded ultimately . . . and finding you've made commitments and promises that were far too optimistic to be kept, and you may find yourself scrambling hard to keep your word – and still falling short. With that in mind, do be conservative when it comes to taking on "tasks" to do for other people – or letting yourself be talked into things you may later regret. I say this, however, without much hope you'll listen. This exuberant, expansive, and fairly short-term energy is notorious for biting off more than it can chew – regularly. And it may do so again . . . despite your best intentions. That is how it works.
Finally, another relatively short-term energy (2 – 3 years in duration) is passing through your area of fundamental transformation, unearned income sources, and crisis management. As it deals with stability and structure, you may feel it rather strongly when it comes to helping manage -- or meeting personal responsibilities you've taken on regarding -- other people's assets . . . things like community property, mutually controlled resources, jointly owned investments, and the focusing of personal skills and abilities for mutual gain.
Often this will represent some kind of serious, future-oriented joint venture in which you bring certain visions, advantages, knowledge, and talents to combine with that of "someone else" who has complementary, augmentative, and "different" skills and assets – to create something of value that neither of you could accomplish nearly so well working alone. For a considerable time, however, what you may feel here is the "lack" that goes with being "under construction" rather than the "profit" of already having something firmly established . . . because usually very hard work and the setting of "permanent" structures is required on your part for the "pay off" to manifest. So it may seem like "forever" before you really see the advantages and rewards of your extensive, dedicated efforts . . . but it will come. It just takes time . . . because, again, what you are building now is quite substantial – and important.
For those of you born after the 4th of October, this last experience doesn't really engage until after May of 2000 . . . and until that time you may be dealing with the onerous task of "meeting responsibilities" to partners or building the foundations for partnership you will need for the activities I just described. This can ironically manifest in reality as your having to deal with a partner whose need for "new growth and personal structures" makes him (or her) both unavailable to meet your needs and demanding that you accommodate his, without much meaningful compensation.
Some people also experience this as either the complete lack of a partner (thus the need to go out, attract, and solidify a relationship to be ready for the joint building efforts I previously described) or dealing with a disengaged, remote and extremely unsatisfactory one – because the partner is building things that will be of value to him – and perhaps you also eventually, if the relationship endures. But, indeed . . . "eventually" can be a very long time in the future – including "never." It depends, of course, on the choices you both make. (The idea of "meeting responsibilities" doesn't have its sobering and unpleasant reputation for nothing.) On a generic level, it's hard to say just how this will manifest in an individual life . . . but the energy and experiences will be there for the first part of your Solar Year. Undeniably so.
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