Libra Rising Sign

These folks have a strong need for harmony. They express a spirit of cooperation, compromise, and friendship that makes for pleasant relationships. They very much want to be liked. Because they need approval and acceptance, other's opinions easily influence them, especially when they are young. They so much want to please that often they'll hold in their own intense or unpleasant feelings in order not to offend others. Others sometimes interpret their politeness as being fake or wishy-washy.

Libra rising's need to create harmony extends to their physical environment and personal appearance as well. They appreciate beauty and have a natural sense of balance and proportion. They do everything in good taste with a sense of style and art. From home furnishings to choice of clothing, everything must be aesthetically appealing, not simply practical or functional.

People with this rising sign consider relationships an art. They're tactful and acutely aware of other people. Finding the right person with whom to share their life increases their self-confidence. Being part of a close couple seems natural to them; they are rarely loners. However, they do have a tendency to become so dependent on their partner that they don't develop a clearly defined self-identity outside of the relationship. It's a challenge for them to find the balance between being themselves and blending with another person.

Others see Libra rising as agreeable and harmonious, a "nice" person. Though they may have other admirable (and not so admirable) qualities, this is the face they show the world. They have personal charm and an understated, noncombative manner. They usually take a friendly, cooperative approach rather than a strong, forceful one.

Despite their ability to get along with others, however, these folks are not comfortable in crowds, which make them feel scattered, off balance, and pulled in too many directions.

Children with this rising sign develop an early sense of responsibility for keeping peace in the family and become overly sensitive to what goes on there. By being quiet, good, and perfect, they think they can control family strife. This may lead to a lifetime habit of not speaking up or rocking the boat, relying instead on their charm and niceness. They may also tend to give up on things they want if it seems too hard to get them.

Venus rules Libra rising. Good taste is important to these folks. They usually have refined features and a delicate face with smooth skin. They dress neatly, even when they're just hanging around the house. Men with this ascendant are very handsome and charming. These people usually choose artistic occupations involving design, color, pleasing forms, and beauty.

Natural negotiators, they may also be attracted to diplomacy, politics, and government. They are sensitive, tolerant, fair, and willing to listen to varying viewpoints and ready to see the other side of any issue. Even if they strongly disagree with someone, they'll try to find points of similarity and agreement rather than emphasizing differences. Psychotherapy is another occupation in which Libra rising shines.