Stars, Signs, and Symbols

I have never been a big believer in destiny or fate or the notion that the courses our lives take are predetermined. Thus, my interest in things such as my astrological sign and symbol has never been all too important to me. However, over the weekend at a family picnic I was at, (in between drinking a few too many and gossiping) we all began talking about what our astrological signs are. While I know that I am a Libra, my knowledge into the realm of-astrology ends. Apparently though astrology is a pretty big deal in my family because everyone else seemed to be much more “in the know” than I was and so I decided to do a little investigating into the odds and ends of being a Libra.

After doing a little research, I was surprised to discover that I do indeed appear to embody a lot of the characteristics typical of Libra’s. A few that really struck me were:

“Libra is also known as “The Scales” or “Balance” and in Greek mythology, Libra is considered to depict scales held by Astraea, the goddess of justice”—I am constantly trying to seek balance in my life, whether it is balancing work/school with my social life, juggling all of my commitments and obligations in clubs and community events, or even my obsession with making sure my checkbook is in balance (I am an accounting major after all!) I love to have a sense of equilibrium.

“Libra’s are all about partnerships and groups, they are the glue that holds a group together because they are the ones responsible for keeping harmony and peace. Libras have mastered the art of relationships, not just romantic but business, personal, and family relationships just to name a few. No one is able to see another person's point of view better then a Libra”—My family and friends are two of the most important aspects in my life. While I am not sure if I am necessarily the “glue that holds a group together” I definitely like “keeping harmony and peace!” I am not a fan of confrontation and disagreements; I would rather not get into an argument or altercation that could threaten a relationship. HOWEVER, that is not to say that I do not have strong opinions, I am very opinionated (ask anyone who knows me)—I just getting along with people and enjoying their company instead of fighting and arguing!

“Libra’s are also likely to hide or bend their own true feelings in order to bring peace with a group and to make others like them. Sometime this results in them not really knowing what their true feelings are because they are trying to make everyone happy”—Expressing emotions and feelings is definitely something I avoid. I have never been overly emotional, in fact, I have never even cried while watching a movie. I know, I know, how I could have never cried while watching a movie? The Notebook gave me a few sniffles, but beyond that, I have had limited needs for Kleenex at the theater. Now, don’t think I am completely cut-throat, cold-hearted and emotionless, I am extremely compassionate and empathetic, I just prefer to use these qualities to help change whatever situation caused them to arise instead of falling into a heap and crying over the problem at hand!



A few characteristics of Libra’s I did NOT agree with:

“Libras dislike hard work, they are lazy when it comes to getting their hands dirty and doing the work themselves”—I am an extremely hard worker and am constantly pushing myself to work harder and achieve more…or at least I think I am…! I love to make lists and goals and have something to work towards achieving, definitely no laziness here!

“A good way for Libra to become wealthy is through artistic endeavors. They can be painters, interior decorators, actors or writing screenplays or composing”—Unless I want to live in a cardboard box for the rest of my life...So, I think I had better avoid a career which centers expressing my artistic nature. My artistic abilities are lackluster at best, I have never been overly creative (i.e. I am an accounting major), I would rather hire an interior decorator to make my house look fabulous.

So, enough of about me, Do you all know your astrological signs? Do you agree/disagree with the characteristics associated with them? Tell me what you all think!