Eclipses & the Nodes: Walking Your Soul Path

Eclipse season is here - and with it, a powerful invitation to pay attention to what feels like destiny unfolding.

Eclipses happen when the Sun and Moon align with the lunar nodes - those invisible points where the Moon’s orbit crosses the Sun’s path. In astrology, the Nodes are much more than astronomy: they represent your karmic past (South Node) and your soul’s path of growth (North Node).

That’s why eclipses often feel like wildcards. They bring turning points, revelations, and sudden shifts that nudge (or shove!) us closer to our evolutionary direction. They can feel destabilising in the moment, but with time, they show us where we’re meant to grow.

What Are the Nodes?

The Nodes are what drew me to Astrology - I found them to be like pointers for my soul growth and the more I leaned into them, the more things fell into place.

The South Node represents what’s familiar - the skills, patterns, and comfort zones you come into this life with. Many astrologers speak of it as something to “leave behind,” but I see it differently. Your South Node holds deep gifts. It’s your expertise, your soul’s muscle memory.

The North Node represents growth and expansion. It feels less familiar, and often uncomfortable at first, but it’s where life opens up. The journey isn’t about abandoning the South Node - it’s about integrating its wisdom while leaning into the North Node’s call.

Nervous System & Soul Growth

Here’s the thing: stretching into our North Node often feels scary. Our bodies and nervous systems are wired to return to what feels safe (the South Node) when things get uncomfortable.

That’s why supporting your nervous system regulation is key. Breathwork, grounding, movement, or simply pausing can help you stay steady as you step into unfamiliar territory. Growth doesn’t happen by bypassing your body - it happens by including it.

My Story: A Taurus North Node Journey

I have almost no earth in my chart (except for Neptune, which isn’t exactly grounding). But I do have a Taurus North Node.

It’s taken me years to lean into Taurus energy - slowing down, cooking meals, walking barefoot, moving my body with care, remembering to eat. These simple, steady practices have become medicine. The shadow of the South Node can also point to what is holding you back ie when you go back to your comfort zone rather than pursuing growth.

When life feels intense, I can feel my Scorpio South Node kick in: retreating into control, overanalyzing, diving into the depths and draaaama. But that’s not all bad thing - those South Node gifts give me resilience, intuition, and emotional depth. The key is to carry those gifts with me as I step into Taurus simplicity and embodied presence.

✨ Your North Node Path (with South Node Gifts & Shadows)

North Node in Aries

• South Node in Libra Gift: Natural diplomacy, grace in partnership, ability to see both sides.

• South Node Comfort Zone: People-pleasing, indecision, needing approval.

• North Node Growth: Courage, independence, and trusting your instincts.

  
  

North Node in Taurus

• South Node in Scorpio Gift: Emotional depth, resilience, powerful intuition.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Drama, control, intensity, or obsession.

• North Node Growth: Grounding, simplicity, self-worth, and embodied presence.

  
  

North Node in Gemini

• South Node in Sagittarius Gift: Visionary thinking, wisdom-seeking, love of truth.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Dogma, bluntness, or living in “big ideas” without connection.

• North Node Growth: Curiosity, conversation, storytelling, and presence in the everyday.

  
  

North Node in Cancer

• South Node in Capricorn Gift: Ambition, responsibility, ability to build structure.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Overwork, rigidity, emotional suppression.

• North Node Growth: Vulnerability, nurturing, creating emotional safety.

  
  

North Node in Leo

• South Node in Aquarius Gift: Innovation, collective awareness, valuing uniqueness.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Hiding in the group, detachment, rebelling for the sake of it.

• North Node Growth: Creative expression, joy, and shining authentically from the heart.

  
  

North Node in Virgo

• South Node in Pisces Gift: Imagination, spiritual connection, compassion.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Escapism, avoidance, lack of boundaries.

• North Node Growth: Practical healing, clarity, grounded service, systems.

  
  

North Node in Libra

• South Node in Aries Gift: Courage, initiative, bold independence.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Impulsiveness, selfishness, “me first” energy.

• North Node Growth: Balance, harmony, collaboration, and seeing others clearly.

  
  

North Node in Scorpio

• South Node in Taurus Gift: Steadiness, resourcefulness, capacity for pleasure.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Attachment to comfort, stubbornness, fear of change.

• North Node Growth: Transformation, surrender, emotional depth, intuition.

  
  

North Node in Sagittarius

• South Node in Gemini Gift: Curiosity, adaptability, communication skills.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Gossip, overthinking, distraction, busyness.

• North Node Growth: Expansion, wisdom, and trust in the quest for deeper meaning.

  
  

North Node in Capricorn

• South Node in Cancer Gift: Sensitivity, empathy, nurturing presence.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Over-dependence, emotional reactivity, clinging to the past.

• North Node Growth: Authority, responsibility, structure, and vision.

  
  

North Node in Aquarius

• South Node in Leo Gift: Confidence, creativity, ability to shine individually.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Needing attention, ego, drama.

• North Node Growth: Innovation, uniqueness, contribution to the collective.

  
  

North Node in Pisces

• South Node in Virgo Gift: Discernment, practicality, skill in creating order.

• South Node Comfort Zone: Perfectionism, criticism, getting stuck in details.

• North Node Growth: Trust, surrender, compassion, divine flow.

For an incredibly indepth analysis on the Nodes, I highly recommend Jan Spillar's book - Astrology for the Soul.

Eclipse Season Reminder

Eclipses tend to bring the unexpected - doors closing, doors opening, chapters turning. They often highlight the tension between your South Node and North Node: what feels safe vs. what calls you forward.

This season, notice:

• Where do you retreat into your South Node habits when life feels uncertain?

• What small steps could you take toward your North Node path?

• How does your body feel when you lean into growth — and what practices keep you grounded?

  
  

Remember: the journey isn’t about perfection. It’s about practice. Each eclipse season is another invitation to integrate your gifts and walk your soul path with more trust, embodiment, and flow.

✨ Want to know where your Nodes are in your chart, or what area of life the current eclipses are activating for you?

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