Your North Node - The Nodes of Destiny

Article SHERRIDEN SLOAN

Lunar nodes are points in the sky where the Sun and Moon orbits cross paths. These crisscrosses occur a couple of times per year during an eclipse. The North and South Nodes are always 180 degrees apart in your chart – that is, they are opposite signs and opposite houses.

We covered our South Node past life energies in the last issue of Rebirth Vade Mecum so this time around we will explore our stories of fate and destiny told by the placement of our North Node. North Node and Sun Signs

NORTH NODE IN ARIES

Dates: Jan 27, 1949-Jul 26, 1950; Aug 20, 1967-Apr 19, 1969; Apr 7, 1986-Dec 2, 1987; Dec 27, 2004-Jun 22, 2006; Jul 18, 2023-Jan 11, 2025.

You’re starting over in this life, my friend. We all have a fair bit of Karmic debt but in this life, you have the time and opportunity to examine and grow from the information you gather. You may have a tendency to allow others to control certain aspects of your life – your aim this time around is to stand in your own strength. Value yourself and learn how to communicate and cooperate. With these tools you will overcome any obstacle.

NORTH NODE IN TAURUS

Dates: Aug 3, 1947-Jan 26, 1949; Feb 20, 1966-Aug 19, 1967; Sep 12, 1984-Apr 6, 1986; Apr 15, 2003-Dec 26, 2004; Jan 19, 2022-Jul 17, 2023.

Your impulsive nature in a previous life left you somewhat emotionally stunted. You may have carried over a few of those passionate or explosive emotions to this life, but learning how to ground yourself and appreciate the beauty of the natural world can be your saving grace in this lifetime. Establishing a circle of loved ones and nurturing them may be all that your heart desires this time around but remember to honour your growth as a spiritual being and make sure you explore all you can of the magic this world has to offer.

NORTH NODE IN GEMINI

Dates: Dec 14, 1945-Aug 2, 1947; Aug 26, 1964-Feb 19, 1966; Mar 17, 1983-Sep 11, 1984; Oct 14, 2001-Apr 14, 2003; May 6, 2020-Jan 18, 2022.

Inflexibility or rigidity may lurk inside of you, but your main lesson in this life is to be open and flexible. You will have many opportunities to explore and broaden your horizons, if not geographically, then most certainly spiritually and intellectually. Grab those chances of fate and run like the wind! Trade on that Gemini trait of duality and discover both sides of every story. You will benefit two-fold if you also learn to communicate effectively. Express your feelings, your knowledge and your ideas as creatively as possible. Sharing all of this with others is the key to spiritual advancement.

NORTH NODE IN CANCER

Dates: May 12, 1944-Dec 3, 1945; Dec 24, 1962-Aug 25, 1964; Sep 25, 1981-Mar 16, 1983; Apr 10, 2000-Oct 13, 2001; Nov 7, 2018-May 5, 2020.

A high social status was likely a prominent feature in your past life and it has left its imprint on your karma. Giving of yourself to others was a part of your everyday life but your motivation was largely selfish. It was all about gaining control and material wealth. For your soul to grow in this life, you need to relinquish control and embrace the love and assistance your loved ones want to give to you. The people who need you now only have their love to give you in return. Allow yourself to feel every emotion as this will be your connection and your strength and it will open pathways toward enlightenment.

NORTH NODE IN LEO

Dates: Nov 22, 1942-May 11, 1944; Jun 11, 1961-Dec 23, 1962; Jan 6, 1980-Sep 24, 1981; Oct 21, 1998-Apr 10, 2000; May 10, 2017-Nov 6, 2018.

Life is illogical and the sooner you accept this, the happier your heart will be. This time around, radical ideas and the imperfections of the human condition will be your joy. Shed the skin of the follower you were in your last existence and embrace the leader you were born to be in this life. Running headlong into adventures will assist you in reaching those spiritual goals to bring a myriad of friends and lovers who will open your heart and let the sunshine in.

NORTH NODE IN VIRGO

Dates: May 25, 1941-Nov 21, 1942; Dec 16, 1959-Jun 10, 1961; Jul 6, 1978-Jan 5, 1980; Jan 26, 1997-Oct 20, 1998; Nov 12, 2015-May 9, 2017.

This incarnation will see you breaking the out-dated habits your soul has come to repeat, lifetime after lifetime. There is no need for a defined ‘purpose’ in this lifetime – simply exploring all kinds of boundaries and examining new opportunities will help you to reclaim the fragmented pieces and carve out a new spiritual path. You will flourish and achieve when you structure your own guidelines but make sure you have rules and goals. Your progress will inspire your loved ones and maybe even guide them in their journeys.

NORTH NODE IN LIBRA

Dates: Jun 17, 1958-Dec 15, 1959; Jan 8, 1977-Jul 5, 1978; Aug 1, 1995-Jan 25, 1997; Feb 19, 2014-Nov 11, 2015; Oct 15, 2032-May 22, 2033.

The quest you are on in this lifetime is in regaining your cosmic equilibrium. This is the life in which you need to let love rule. Generosity, kindness, compassion and selflessness will fasttrack that soul-growth we are all here for. Not only that, you will find the kind of joy in giving that will fill your heart like you never knew was possible. You are the perfect vessel for service – make sure you embrace this energy and use your ability to see all sides of the cube. Your insight and fairness will be an asset and your grace and humility the key to spiritual advancement.

NORTH NODE IN SCORPIO

Dates: Oct 5, 1956-Jun 16, 1958; Jul 10, 1975Jan 7, 1977; Feb 2, 1994-Jul 31, 1995; Aug 30, 2012-Feb 18, 2014; Mar 21, 2031-Oct 14, 2032.

Karma, karma, karma! Oh, what a lifetime you have in store! I bet you know a thing or two about life lessons. It’s almost like you want to feel that discomfort – you know it will bring transformation. You strive and you push and you don’t give up. Perfection is only the beginning. Having said all of that, you tend to stay within those zones with which you are more familiar. What you need to focus on is those areas where there is a chance you won’t be able to achieve perfection or where you may have to give up. Scary, huh? The thing is, that’s where your soul will gain the most. It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.

NORTH NODE IN SAGITTARIUS

Dates: Apr 3, 1955-Oct 4, 1956; Oct 28, 1973-Jul 9, 1975; Aug 2, 1992-Feb 1, 1994; Mar 4, 2011-Aug 29, 2012; Sept 24, 2029-Mar 20, 2031.

Those born with their North Node in Sagittarius tend to struggle with the idea of what their ‘purpose’ is in life. I’m here to tell you there is no ONE purpose. Your path is whatever it is that whispers to you most. If that’s six different things, then so be it. Learn about them all. There is so much in this world to explore and there is no need to limit yourself to one avenue of exploration. You are a hunter and a gatherer of knowledge – use it. Entertain others with it. Use it to guide your adventures. Your life experiences are growth and your soul will love it!

NORTH NODE IN CAPRICORN

Dates: Oct 10, 1953-Apr 2, 1955; Apr 28, 1972-Oct 27, 1973; Nov 19, 1990-Aug 1, 1992; Aug 22, 2009-Mar 3, 2011; Mar 27, 2028-Sept 23, 2029.

Your greatest success will come when you get out there and earn them. Set those goals and achieve them. Put your best foot forward by studying and learning all you can and be determined to succeed – because you will! Ideally there will be enough time to keep a healthy balance between your family life and your working life, but it will definitely present as a challenge in this life. Each area will feel slightly less successful if the other is unfulfilled. You can do it though because YOU are in charge of your own destiny!

NORTH NODE IN AQUARIUS

Dates: Mar 29, 1952-Oct 9, 1953; Nov 3, 1970Apr 27, 1972; May 23, 1989-Nov 18, 1990; Dec 19, 2007-Aug 21, 2009; July 27, 2026-Mar 26, 2028.

You are the macro and the microcosm and you have probably led a fairly dramatic life; it is the path of those born with an Aquarius North Node. You are just trying to make a difference in this world. You know the ride up front is better when you’ve been in the back and your soul’s mission is to advocate for the folk who don’t have it as good as others. This might present in a number of ways – politically, socially or otherwise. Your main challenge however, will be to stay grounded and keep the ego in check. Do what you do for the cause, not the applause.

NORTH NODE IN PISCES

Dates: Jul 27, 1950-Mar 28, 1952; Apr 20, 1969-Nov 2, 1970; Dec 3, 1987-May 22, 1989; Jun 23, 2006-Dec 18, 2007; Jan 12, 2025-July 26, 2026.

Your past life may have been difficult simply because you had such a strict standard of perfection that it was impossible for not only you to achieve something meaningful, but kept your loved ones at arms-length, knowing they couldn’t live up to your high expectations. In this life, you need to aim exactly in the opposite direction! Go boldly in the direction of self-discovery. Allow yourself to make mistakes and see imperfections as endearing qualities to be celebrated. No one is perfect. No one even knows what perfection is. As long as you do your best and do no harm, this life will give your soul all the love and insight it needs.