ICYWW, a planet is said to be “retrograde” if Earth is orbiting it and it looks to be travelling backward from our perspective. All of the planets go through retrograde motion, but Mercury is the most prevalent and feared because of his numerous three- to four-yearly retrogrades, which frequently result in what Kavanagh refers to as “Mercury mischief.” “Every year, the larger, outer celestial bodiesincluding Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Pluto, and Chironmove backward for a significant amount of timetypically four to five months. Every alternate year, closer to Earth orbiting planets Venus and Mars go into retrograde.” She continues, “The sun and moon never go backwards.”
When a planet goes retrograde, its energy is effectively partly blocked from the outside, making it harder for living forms to express themselves there. Ambi Kavanagh is an astrologer.
What does it signify if your natal chart has one or more retrograde planets? Consider it a karmic lesson you must learn in this lifetime. It’s not all terrible news, and the chart doesn’t seem particularly bad either, according to Kavanagh. “When a planet is retrograde, its energy is effectively partially blocked from the outside, making it harder for the life areas that fall under its purview to express themselves. The soul of the chart holder opted to take on physical form in order to receive more profound lessons about the aspects of life that particular planet rules.”
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Do the nodes turn around?
The lunar nodes changed from being in Cancer and Capricorn to Gemini and Sagittarius, which is another significant change. The nodes of the moon typically move backwards, unlike the planets. So they follow their usual trajectory and go backward. For the past few years, we have had Cancer as the north node and Capricorn as the south node collectively, which has pushed us towards growth in the areas relating to femininity and feminine pursuits while releasing ideas of needing to work nonstop to move up the social ladder or giving work precedence over home life.
North Node in Gemini
Now that the north node is in Gemini, we are being urged to concentrate on the discussion between those with different viewpoints, asking questions, surrounding ourselves with people who can provide us with alternative viewpoints, and concentrating on group communication and increased collaboration generally.
For those who have Saturn in Sagittarius or even Saturn in Capricorn in their natal charts, this can feel like a push and pull because these generations have been raised with the dogmatic belief that “the way that I believe is the only way.”
The idea that there is only one path, one ultimate truth, and no room for alternative thoughts, viewpoints, or beliefs to coexist is being dispelled by the south node in Sagittarius.
Check out our full report, North Node Astrology: Uncovering Your Soul Purpose, if you’re interested in learning more about north nodes.
Does the North Node reverse direction?
PSA: There is going to occur a significant yet “underrated” astrological event: The Nodes of Destiny will switch signs on May 5. ICYDK, the North and South Nodes are two mathematical points in the sky that represent the relationship between the Sun, Moon, and Earth. They are also known as the Nodes of Fate, the Lunar Nodes, or, less dramatically, the North and South Nodes. According to astrology, the North Node stands for the traits we must cultivate in order to advance, while the South Node stands for the traits we are born withand those we might rely on excessively.
The Nodes shift signs and go backward once every one and a half years (yes, they’re “naturally retrograde”). When this occurs, they inform us of both the things we need to release and the areas of our lives that we need to work on over the ensuing 1.5 years. In essence, we are compelled by cosmic forces to abandon some beliefs and form new ones.
The Nodes of Destiny will move into Gemini and Sagittarius on May 5 and remain there until January 18 of 2022. The North Node, which represents the things we need to add to our lives, will be in Gemini, so we must concentrate on intellectual development, seek to enhance our communication skills, and let go of our fears. We will need to suppress the need to be “correct all the time and focus on the details,” according to the South Node, which is entering Sagittarius (rather than forgetting them when looking at the big picture). Because the Nodes interact, it’s crucial to take into account both of them. Instead of giving too much emphasis to the past or the future, try to balance them out.
What does a birth chart retrograde signify?
Retrograde. It might as well be known as the “F word” in astrology. When you bring it up, you’ll start to hear groans.
Even individuals who are not well-versed in astrology appear to be aware of the transit nonsense that is Mercury retrograde. Murphy’s Law seems to be in full force at this time of year. What could go wrong frequently does.
We’re talking about that today. (We’ll discuss retrograde transits in a later post; in the meantime, if you’re interested in learning more about the Mercury retrograde transit, check out this post.)
When a planet is retrograde in your natal chart, it indicates that the energy is more inwardly focused or restrained rather than being projected outward. Even though the expression is usually hidden, the native may nevertheless experience it powerfully. Additionally, I think that the energy can occasionally be hard to control and come across as awkward or clumsy. It may even be wholly suppressed.
Retrograde planets in the birth chart are said to indicate that the native’s energy was suppressed while they were young, according to one school of thought. Consider the parent who warned their youngster about using their voice from outside within. You’re suddenly restricted rather than the loud you that you want to be. That is how it is.
What is controlled by your North Node?
The North and South Nodes shouldn’t even be thought of as separate things. They join forces to create an entire picture while positioned straight across from one another in the sky. According to Ash, they represent the two halves of our karmic imbalance. What we are evolving into is represented on one side, while what we are evolving from is represented on the other. Thus, they are frequently referred to as the “Nodes of Fate.
What you’re becoming into is represented by your North Node.”
According to Ash, our life experiences that will help us advance spiritually will be determined by our zodiac sign, house, and aspects to our North Node. You must develop this kind of vitality as you get older since it is not something you are born with.
The personality type you’re leaving behind is represented by your South Node. Ash tells us that while the South Node energy reflects our areas of natural strength, these are only gifts we employ to fulfill our North Node destiny. “She cautions that the South Node’s energy may also reveal areas where we tend to revert to old habits or indulge excessively. “You must not rely solely on the abilities of your South Node at the expense of growing your North Node since growth involves danger and discomfort.
How frequently changes the North Node?
The lunar nodes are used by astrologers to identify your destiny (north node) and your past lives (south node). Each 18 months, the nodes generally change their indications. Your “soul tribe” is made up of people who have the same lunar node group as you. For the same reasons that they were incarnated, you were as well.
The lunar nodes are the main topic of astrology in the Kabbalah. The north node is referred to in this system as your tikkun, or “correction,” and is seen as the karmic change your soul needs to make. The north node, Rahu, is referred to in Vedic astrology as the head of the dragon, while the south node, Ketu, is considered to have a worse karma.
Parents-to-be should be aware that you will share nodes if your child is between the ages of 18 and 19 or 36 and 37. And there’s a good likelihood that anyone you date, marry, or work with who is nine or ten years your junior or senior will have the opposite nodes (for example, if your south node is Virgo and their north node is Virgo). You have both mastered what the other has come to understand, making this a potent yet divisive zodiac compatibility combo. You can become unstoppable if you combine your innate talents.
What state is the North Node now in?
The North Node of Destiny and the South Node of Destiny are currently in Taurus and Scorpio, respectively. This started on January 18, 2022, and will last until July 19, 2023, a total of 18 months.
By circling your True Node, or North Node, in your birth chart, you can discover your destiny. The South Node will always be in the True Node’s sign and degree. Use the interpretations below and mark them both in your chart.
Want to move up to the more advanced class? To learn more about how the nodes will directly impact you, go one step further. Your eclipse tale can be determined by adding the information from your natal and transiting nodes. With all the other eclipses, you may use this approach to understand your chart as well!
What sign is Lilith under?
Although the twins point out that Lilith doesn’t exactly have a ruling sign, some astrologers think she is related to Scorpio. After all, the sign of Scorpio is linked to everything sinister and enigmatic, including death and sex. There is a lot of Lilith energy there, so Lilith in Scorpio is comfortable and she brings out your intuitive and sensual side. The twins warn that if you don’t use this energy carefully, you could wreak destruction.
What transpires when the North Node returns?
There were some concerns regarding the natal Nodes after yesterday’s post on the transiting Nodes moving into Libra/Aries. What happens, specifically, if your North and South Nodes at birth are in Libra or Aries?
It’s important whenever the transiting nodes are conjunct (pass over) your natal nodes. This category includes two distinct types of transits:
1) The Nodal Return: Your natal NN is crossed by the transiting NN (and the transiting SN passes over your natal SN). You are prompted to follow your NN route while overcoming your SN tendencies by significant events or persons. Around the ages of 19, 38, 57, and 75, this transit happens (ages are approximate).
2) The Inverse (or Reverse) Nodal Return, in which the transiting NN and SN cross your natal NN and SN, respectively. By seeing your future potential directly manifest, you may put an end to old problems. In the present, the past and future collide. Around the ages of 9, 27, 46, 65, and 83, this occurs (ages are approximate).
Contrary to certain planetary transits, nodal transits are different. They don’t force you to change (like Pluto) or awaken you to reality (like Uranus). How well you are aware of your Nodal route will determine a lot (your potential). These transits may pass you by if you’re not fully aware of what you need to move away from and toward. Look at the ages I provided for both returns and recall any notable occurrences (and trends) that took place around those dates.