The North Node is Leaving Aries for Pisces: Here’s what you need to know
January 11, 2025, marks the end of an 18-month astrological cycle and the beginning of a new chapter as the lunar nodes shift into Pisces (North Node) and Virgo (South Node). This transformative movement will impact our collective focus and personal growth through July 2026. What does this shift mean? How has it shaped us? What lies ahead in this next cycle?
The Lessons of the Aries-Libra Cycle (July 2023 – Now)
Over the past 18 months, the Aries North Node and Libra South Node have guided us through profound changes. Here’s what we’ve learned:
Libra South Node
The Libra South Node encouraged us to release:
Outdated relationships
Codependency
Over-reliance on others
People-pleasing tendencies
It also illuminated imbalances, especially in justice and fairness, challenging us to examine how we create harmony in our lives and communities.
Aries North Node
The Aries North Node pushed us to embrace:
Independence and autonomy
Courageous self-assertion
Necessary confrontations
Pioneering innovation
However, it wasn’t all smooth sailing. This energy also heightened conflicts, isolation, and “us vs. them” mentalities. Aries and Libra individuals likely felt these shifts most profoundly, experiencing significant personal growth and change.
What to Expect from the Pisces-Virgo Cycle (2023–2026)
As we step into this new era, Pisces and Virgo take the lead, bringing an "energetic chiropractic adjustment" that aligns us with our higher purpose. Here's what to expect from the Virgo South Node and Pisces North Node:
Pisces North Node: Trust, Compassion, and Mysticism
The Pisces North Node will guide us to lean into:
Trusting the flow of life
Creativity, compassion, and spirituality
Letting go and surrendering to what is
Exploring the mystical and intuitive realms
Potential challenges include confusion, escapism, and emotional overwhelm. To navigate these waters, practice grounding techniques and embrace balance.
Virgo South Node: Releasing Perfectionism
The Virgo South Node invites us to release:
Perfectionism and obsessive control
Overwork and burnout
The need for constant rational explanations
When balanced, Virgo reminds us of the importance of structure, discernment, and being of service. This is not about rejecting Virgo’s qualities but finding a harmonious expression of them alongside Pisces’ flow.
Reflecting on Past Eclipses: What Have You Learned?
Think about all the things that have shifted for you, especially in the areas of self-identity, relationships, interdependence, and peace vs. confrontation. These dates of all of the eclipses within the Aries-Libra Nodal cycle may have brought the most significant changes:
April 19, 2023: Solar eclipse at 29° Aries
May 5, 2023: Lunar eclipse at 14° Scorpio
October 14, 2023: Solar eclipse at 21° Libra
October 28, 2023: Lunar eclipse at 5° Taurus
March 25, 2024: Lunar eclipse at 5° Libra
April 8, 2024: Solar eclipse at 19° Aries
September 18, 2024: Lunar eclipse at 25° Pisces
October 2, 2024: Solar eclipse at 10° Libra
March 14, 2025: Lunar eclipse at 23° Virgo
March 29, 2025: Solar eclipse at 9° Aries
Astrological Insights: Leaning into the Pisces North Node
The lunar nodes represent karmic destiny and collective evolution. Unlike other aspects of astrology, their influence is less impacted by free will, making it essential to lean into the North Node’s themes—in this case, Pisces.
If you’re curious about how this cycle will impact your birth chart, now is the perfect time to dive deeper. My February and March astrology sessions are open, where we can explore your unique alignment for the Virgo-Pisces era.
Setting Intentions for the Virgo-Pisces Era
September 17, 2024: A lunar eclipse in Pisces
March 14, 2025: A lunar eclipse in Virgo
September 7, 2025: A lunar eclipse in Pisces
September 21, 2025: A solar eclipse in Virgo
March 3, 2026: A lunar eclipse in Virgo
August 28, 2026: A lunar eclipse in Pisces
February 20, 2027: A lunar eclipse in Virgo
The nodes are a part of astrology that are the least impacted by free will, meaning we have less control. The best thing to do is lean into the themes of the current North Node sign: PISCES.
Start reflecting, set your intentions, and prepare to welcome this transformative chapter.
Ready to explore how the Virgo-Pisces cycle will shape your journey? Book a session today and uncover the unique ways this shift will guide your path through July 2026.
