Instability in relationships with significant others is a theme that soon ends! For years, you have had to exercise flexibility in partnership, which may have brought frustrations, sudden endings, and sudden new beginnings. Yours is a sign that values the idea of “us” and “we,” but this cannot come at the expense of your own personal well-being. Whether single or partnered, you are very clear where you now stand, and this will lead to greater stability in new commitments going forward.

The year begins with you focused on home and family matters. In fact, a new long-term influence in effect will challenge you to nurture familial ties, and build sturdier foundations. Discipline will be required; the more effort put forth, the greater the reward. This involves moving past insecurities regarding domestic matters, and being your own authority when it comes to your emotional well-being.

Meanwhile, eclipses in February bring a shift, as you leave behind a group or company to focus on your own creative ventures (whether that be a child, or an entrepreneurial launch!). A new start sees you living and being your most authentic self, and significant others feature as well. In fact, relationship activity picks up during the spring, and there may be some back and forth between you and a partner. Decisions will not be final until around the end of April, so bide your time. You may be committing in a union (business or personal) that has been rocky for quite some time, or severing a tie entirely. No matter the experience, you will be standing on sturdier ground when all is said and done.

The summer of 2018 presents some of our most choppy cosmic weather of the year. Three eclipses, instead of the standard two, influence significant turning points for each of us. For you, this involves a romance, creative venture, or activity with children. A build-up of energy begins around summer solstice; you will be asserting yourself in a love affair or artistic venture, and coming up against severe obstacles. A hard “stop/no,” courtesy of the lunar eclipse in July, will force you to cease all activities, and find another way around obstacles.

Career matters are highlighted too. A new professional beginning that comes courtesy of the July solar eclipse could be the result of you completing a creative project that is ready to be launched. A second solar eclipse in August, meanwhile, sees you aligning yourself in a new company or organization. The summer months will be funky months, indeed, with even more minor delays involving new group affiliations in August. All delays will begin to move forward by September.

​The fall brings calmer cosmic weather as energy picks up around money and resources. This is a theme in effect all year that could increase your earnings, and influence greater abundance. A reassessment is in order with property, possessions, and compensation – this is especially true if you are purchasing a big ticket-item. Some back and forth is possible starting October through November; try to avoid making any major financial decisions.

The end of 2018 brings increased engagements with others – siblings, friends, neighbors, etc. Misunderstandings are possible too, but all will be resolved before we enter the new year. You may even find yourself in a new educational setting that expands mental stimulation. Broader knowledge and learning is highlighted – this new theme will be in effect throughout all of 2019.

Happy New Year, Libra!

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If you look back on 2016, you would have to admit that things got noticeably better at the halfway mark (even if there were still a few challenges). You have been deep in contemplation over life goals and direction, and just now are you beginning to feel more confident in the decisions for your future. This will continue throughout most of 2017, a year that could be your luckiest in over a decade! Of course, this means that you must take advantage of new opportunities, like going back to school, writing a book, or starting your own business. Such endeavors will require hard work and discipline, which you will have in spades. But you can’t just sit and wait for the Universe to provide.
 
The year begins with delays on the home and family front. Whether you are looking to purchase, or knee deep in renovations, a few more setbacks are likely throughout the month of January. This might lead you to feel emotionally uneasy, Libra. But you would be wise to simply remain patient for domestic matters to resolve – forward progress begins in February.
 
The month of February, meanwhile, offers a new chapter beginning. The first set of eclipses in 2017 may bring the completion of activity in an important group or organization. You may be leaving an affiliation, or saying goodbye to a long-standing friendship, so that you can begin to refocus your energy on important priorities – namely your health (or the health of a loved one) and a new career start. The second set of eclipses in August offer a new start in an important network or association that could be of benefit if you are seeking support for a personal project, or simply in search of a community that reflects who you are on a core level. This will be a time to finish up a creative endeavor, and identify the people who can help promote your product.
 
Relationship activity continues throughout most of the year, in the meantime. In fact, you may find that much of your frustrations at home come courtesy of significant others. You have been dealing with instability on the relationship front – both business and personal – for a while now. Disagreements between you and a spouse or a roommate are likely, as tensions with others will peak in March and April. You may question the viability of a certain association, and ghosts of relationships’ past may return. Increased discussions, misunderstandings, and re-evaluations of important unions are likely. But by May or June, activity in partnerships will be set on solid ground. Keep the balance of your infamous scales until then, and don’t neglect your own personal goals as you try to find a compromise with others.
 
By the end of 2017, two new transits will shift certain elements of your life. Starting in October through 2018, a greater sense of personal abundance will rise, as you come in to additional money and resources that increase financial stability. A second transit in December brings added responsibilities on the home and family front (what happens in early 2017 could be a precursor to what’s in store). Whether you are paying additional expenses with property, or caring for a sick relative, you will be tasked with building healthier emotional foundations that keep you grounded and centered, as you exert more time and energy toward domestic matters.
 
2017 starts off strong, dear Libra. You’ve got this!
 
Happy New Year, Libra!

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If you’ve been experiencing financial strain or chronic low self-esteem dear Libra, I’m happy to report that 2015 sees the pressure lift! Issues surrounding your values and worth have forced you to take yourself more seriously. Belief in creative talents, along with the demand for proper compensation, are now essential when it comes to all you have to offer in the way of skills and even matters of the heart. Jupiter in Leo has led you to connect with only those groups and allies who support your dreams for the future; a new love interest may even blossom here as a result (January looks promising, though you should hold off on romantic commitments this summer). Now that you know not to settle for less than what you deserve, it is safe to expect only the best.

A healthier view of self isn’t such a bad thing, but it’s not the end of your journey. If you plan to take yourself more seriously, you need to prove it – actions must follow your words. For those of you looking to go back to school or expand your expertise, now would be a good time to invest. In fact, education is highlighted into 2017, so if you wish to pursue a degree or trade, there’s plenty of energy available to assist. Keep in mind that a full on commitment will be required, which means certain things will have to take a back seat. This goes for important one-on-one connections, as well as any emotional drama playing out on the family front. Added freedom to do you in 2015 will become a personal requirement. After a year that has left you no choice but to set your own priorities, you now have the gumption to be more assertive, especially if others seem to have other plans for you. Conflict is possible, but it doesn’t have to be. As you become more emotionally mature with how you handle your relationships, you will succeed at finding the balance between you and them (and balance is one thing Libra the Scales does well).

Of course, it can’t all be roses. As you move through the 12 months ahead there are bound to be obstacles and delays. March brings tension along with the need for diplomacy on your part, while April and September have you second guessing yourself. Some level of aggravation will be felt if you sense that others are holding you back. But instead of throwing a tantrum, your aim should be to compromise. This will be an important theme throughout the year. As you continue to push forth on personal goals, you are going to have to juggle a few tasks and responsibilities, which isn’t easy for someone who wants to give equal time. Just know that you may not have that option with so much on your plate, and so I'd advise you, again, to find the balance. A Solar Eclipse in March could help you to become better organized, while increased faith in your endeavors (especially this May and June) will expand your motivation.

By summer, all the hype you’ve experienced to date will begin to calm. This period marks the beginning of a personal retreat, in which you go deep within to reflect on all that has come to pass. Use this time wisely to properly assess what happens next. The summer of 2016 begins a brand new cycle that will benefit you tremendously; there is much to do in the interim.

Happy New Year, Libra!

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