Equality and fairness are arguably some of the most difficult ideals for our society to achieve. Whether it is economic, racialized, or gendered, our ruling class has built a socio-political hierarchy that utilizes domination and subjugation to keep us in chains. Though many of us may be expecting the lighter Venusian side of Libra to manifest this season—the excitement of switching to fall fashion, friends returning from their travels, the start of cuffing season—we are unfortunately living through an era of unyielding crises that demand a lot of attention. Mars, the planet most closely associated with war and battle, will continue its transit through intense and secretive Scorpio, joined by Mercury’s analytical influence starting on the 6th. Libra’s gossipy nature coupled with Scorpio’s insistence on truth could come together to reveal major world secrets, and public opinion around what is “fair” will continue to sway. The full moon in Libra’s sister sign Aries will also occur on the 7th, encouraging some fiery, assertive energy. This day will be very high octane on both personal and global levels, as the energy from last month’s eclipses finds its footing and Aries empowers us to take action. Pluto, planet of destruction and regeneration, turning direct on the 14th will add to the already uncharacteristic depth of this season, as we move away from our internal rebirths to focus on making traction against our oppressors in our everyday lives. Yes, Libra demands beauty, creativity, and pleasure, but under that grandeur there must be an enduring commitment to balance. The sun will join Mars and Mercury in Scorpio for the last week of the month, revealing who and what is to be valorized and trusted, and who and what we must eliminate in our quests for justice and truth.
ARIES
Cardinal signs are about action, and where Libra takes action toward peace, you take action toward justice. These two things are not mutually exclusive, but whereas you are quicker to resort to aggression, Libra prefers mediation. The full moon will activate your 1st house on the 7th, and you will likely be given an opportunity to put this aggression to work. Do so with wisdom, and perhaps let Libra show you a thing or two about forgiveness and acceptance.
TAURUS
Your ruling planet Venus will conjunct the south node in fellow earth sign Virgo on the 4th, which will likely bring about some kind of annoyance regarding rules and expectations in love and creativity. Two days later on the 6th, Mercury (planet of communication) will enter your sister sign Scorpio, starting a three-week cycle of additional uncomfortable relational truths demanding your attention. By the 29th, hopefully you will have found a new, stronger sense of what you want and need.
GEMINI
Air signs are often characterized as being fun, adventurous, and perhaps a bit detached. You and Libra navigate these traits differently than one another, as Libra is naturally inclined to prioritize relationships, where you are more inclined to prioritize your independence. The sun’s transit through your 5th house of romance and creativity this month will bring focus to both of these aspects of life—perhaps let Libra soften the unhealthy aspects of yourself that are quick to retreat from genuine connection with others.
CANCER
For most Cancers, establishing a sense of home and safety is a top priority. Like a crab that buries itself in the sand, you require a safe place to rest and recharge after being tough and brave all day. The sun will transit your Libra-ruled 4th house this month, and Libra’s Venusian nature will ask what you can do to bring more beauty to your home and intimate relationships.
LEO
Pluto has been retrograde in your sister sign Aquarius since May and will go direct in your 7th house starting on the 13th. After what has likely been a brutal six-month period of introspection and personal fallout, you might experience a sudden moment of clarity around why it all had to happen the way it did. You are shedding previous, outdated ways of relating to others in the name of being more authentic and grounded.
VIRGO
Your annual 2nd house sun transit gives you an opportunity to look at your finances, body, and other material concerns. In addition, you are spiritually asked to consider your self-worth. What do you deserve, and what will it cost you? Being realistic about our capacity to care for ourselves, our homes, and our loved ones is a difficult, lifelong lesson. This month Libra invites you to balance the books, both literally and figuratively.
LIBRA
Happy You season, Libra! Not all people realize that your airy and playful nature is hard-won. You insist on beauty in the face of horror, though you are certainly wise enough to know how high the stakes are. The full moon is in your sister sign Aries on the 7th, and this day will likely coincide with inner conflict between your capacity for communication and (likely suppressed) anger. Your ruling planet Venus will enter your sign on the 13th, offering new beginnings to those who have learned what the Aries full moon insists on teaching you.
SCORPIO
Much like their ruling planets, Libra (Venus) and Scorpio (Mars) are opposites that sit quite close to one another. Venus encourages harmony, Mars encourages conflict, and this dynamic can be difficult to navigate. Often what rules our 12th house is an aspect of ourselves that we keep most hidden, and for Scorpio that can mean hiding how truly loving and available you are under that mysterious exterior. Perhaps allow yourself to be a little gooey this month.
SAGITTARIUS
Centaurs are known in myth not only for their power and wisdom, but for their wildness. The sun’s transit through your 11th house might activate both the man and the beast within, specifically near the full moon in Aries on the 7th. As your higher self recognizes the need for action, so too do the most wild and righteous parts of you to take it. Look after your friends and your body, but don’t lose sight of the parts of you that refuse to be tamed.
CAPRICORN
Libra and Capricorn are both driven, determined cardinal signs. They move strategically because they are not the type of people who like to waste time. The sun will transit your 10th house of career and legacy this month, and as a Capricorn this might be a time of year that repeatedly marks significant shifts professionally and creatively. Libra’s Venusian influence will add some time for pleasure and play. Don’t take it for granted!
AQUARIUS
You and Libra’s shared intellectual natures meet in the sun’s transit through your 9th house of exploration and travel this month. The social world is often very important to Libra, and Libra’s rulership of this house will inspire some new perspectives on what you want to provide to the world intellectually. If you are able to, perhaps consider a trip with the primary purpose to stimulate your capacity for higher learning.
PISCES
At the beginning of last month, Saturn retrograde re-entered your sign and 1st house, and you might be experiencing some karma coming back to the surface that you thought the summer had squashed. This cycle will last until mid-February and will focus on discipline, structure, and limitations. Your ruling planet Neptune will retrograde back into your sign on the 22nd, adding some intrigue and mystery into the mix.
illustrations by Anneliese DePano
