Libra’s Call for Balance
Libra, ruled by Venus, carries the energy of harmony, beauty, and connection. It’s a season where we’re naturally inclined to focus on our relationships, but balance, one of Libra’s most important themes, goes beyond just partnerships. It’s about finding harmony in all areas of life—work and rest, giving and receiving, inner growth and external expression. This is a time to ask yourself: where do you need more balance? What areas of life have tipped too far in one direction?
Libra Season and the Autumn Equinox
The Autumn Equinox marks the official start of fall and, like Libra, is a reminder that balance is a fleeting, precious thing. In the natural world, it’s a time of transition. Trees begin to shed their leaves, animals prepare for the colder months ahead, and we, too, are called to let go of what no longer serves us.
Just as the scales seek equilibrium, so must we—between the light of what we have created and the darkness of what we are ready to release. This balance allows us to fully embrace the cycles of nature, reflecting on the past season and setting intentions for the one ahead.
A Simple Libra Season Ritual for Balance
To honor Libra season and align with its energy, here’s a simple ritual to bring harmony and release into your life:
What You’ll Need:
- A candle (white or light blue, for peace and clarity)
- Two small objects to represent duality (such as a stone and a feather)
- A piece of paper and a pen
1. Find a quiet space and light your candle, focusing on the soft, steady flame.
2. Hold the two objects, one in each hand. Consider what they represent in your life—perhaps light and dark, giving and receiving, or creation and release.
3. Place the objects in front of you, creating balance between them. Take a moment to breathe deeply and reflect on where you feel out of alignment.
4. On the paper, write one thing you’re grateful for from this past season and one thing you’re ready to release.
5. As you fold the paper, say aloud or in your heart: "I honor the balance within me. I release what no longer serves and make space for harmony to flow."
6. Keep the paper somewhere special as a reminder of your commitment to balance, or safely burn it as a symbol of release.
Journal Prompt/ Tarot Quations for Libra Season
Take a moment to reflect on the energy of balance and harmony by journaling:
Where in my life do I feel imbalanced?
What can I release or welcome to restore harmony in my relationships, my environment, and within myself?
As you explore this prompt, allow yourself to dig deep into the areas that might need attention, whether it’s emotional, physical, or spiritual. Libra season offers us the chance to recalibrate and make small, but impactful changes that honor our need for equilibrium.
Final Thoughts
Libra season is an invitation to bring balance into our lives during this pivotal moment in the year’s cycle. As the natural world shifts and prepares for the darker months, we too are called to release, reflect, and restore our inner harmony. Whether it’s through quiet reflection, a simple ritual, or mindful journaling, embrace the opportunity to create balance within and around you.