It’s that time again! The Libra New Moon is here and very different than a normal Libra New Moon. Her Venus ruler is currently retrograding in Scorpio, pulling up all kinds of deep colors and rich juicy fodder to work with. Emotions are running high; they can be erratic and/or woeful. The vicissitudes of life are pronounced at this time, with strain and restrictions, new structures and boundaries being called for from the New Moon’s opposition to Saturn in Aries. Past relationships can be reframed in new psychological context. New relationships can form without the same attachment patterns.
As I write, here locally, we are wondering what the unusual tropical storm’s impact will be from the downgraded hurricane Rachel. We were on the direct path of this storm for a while, and I have been observing when I get mere seconds away from the overwhelm of daily life these days! I check in to try to prepare and determine what the rain amount is forecasted (our area is not used to this and the Earth is not primed for fast flooding even with small amounts of rain comparatively). Big floods are likely along with gusty winds. This one is likely to be bigger than the 2023 storm based on the projections we’ve seen. We have had trouble at the location of our home before because of being in a “sunken” area on a mountain, where all the water runs down. At this point, sand bags are out—things are under tarps, but it’s really just an uncomfortable time through this uncertainty. It will probably turn out okay, however ocean temperature are about 13 degrees higher than they normally are due to this more extreme El Niño we’ve been watching.
That said, I am posting a video from the lovely Sarah Vrba, who I feel offers a very grounded and calmly, creatively well-thought out astrological message for the Libra New Moon. Her language is very considerate to nervous systems, while still diving into the depths and exploring the energies and rhythms to a degree of transformation and deep understanding.
Another excellent astrological interpretation that matches my read is from Moon Omens:
I hope the weather turns out kind for you. With that threat of flooding, have you thought to try to raise furniture off the floor, or temporarily move stuff upstairs?
I’ve always thought of Libra as balanced, logical. Maybe, just maybe, the emotional stuff, for those negotiating it, will start to find its level. Maybe, the floods will subside.
Be that as it may, whether at this time or over a longer period, spiritually, cycles always readjust themselves.
Weather-wise, head down and stay safe.
Thank you! It ended up being more than kind. With climate change and all that unexpected warm ocean water from El Niño, it ended up being nothing like what I would have experienced living back East. That said, lots of drainage work was done to fix the drainage work the previous people put in that didn’t work for the changing circumstances.
Again, we were fortunate. Only a single floor here, my friend. No second story.
As for Libra…. The New Moon is influenced by the ruler of Libra (Venus) which is in Scorpio. It is also opposited by Saturn. Both of those aspects and characteristics transform a “Libra New Moon” into a more specific flavor of shadow, catharsis, deep transformation, power struggle, etc… the Saturn opposition can “mature” the new moon and open the door for new relationships of a higher “order.”
Glad it turned out as it did.
Shadow, catharsis, transformation, power struggle…
We all bear shadows within us, true enough. Are they what need clearing out? I tend to see the shadows as the place of waiting, observation. But, for others, they may be something more sinister.
I almost see myself on a path beneath the moonlight, through a woodland toward a bare mountain summit. But it is for me to choose which way to walk, or whether to stand and wait. All of which can be transformative. The issue is how one wishes to transform.
For me, though, the mountain always calls.
Your mountains ⛰️ are spiritual reservoirs of wisdom…
One of my shamanic traditions precisely connects with the “hosts” of the mountains for planetary healing. It’s quite natural and true that this is a way…. A valid way…
Thank you, Simon
Your choices are excellently your own. 💗🙏🏼💕🫂
You are too kind.
I am born of the valleys and have spent practically all my life beneath the shadow of the Mynydd Maen.
How could I not hear them sing?
I hope you and your family stay safe during these unpredictable weather changes!!
I absolutely loved Sarah’s interpretation of the Libra new moon. That’s exactly how I feel, and as I move through this time of change, I can see the more I trust and let go, the more I can see the next step.
Blessings and love to you Ka 🧡
Thinking of you and hoping all is well at home during the upcoming rainy season, it’s true, San Diego is not made for extra rain; you can only prepare so much. I’m loving the video from Sarah Vrba, thank you for sharing!😊
I’m so glad you loved the video from Sarah! I aspire to her level of softness in delivery and being…. So many ways to contemplate the beauty of archetypes, symbols, and processing it through in a peaceful and loving way….
We did well for this spot of rain…. Climate change is making things very confusing. 🫤
It’s lovely to hear from you! 💗 Sending my love! Appreciating your deep understanding as well! 🫂