The NORTH NODE in your yearly Solar return chart

When interpreting a Solar Return chart,

 Most astrologers have an area of primary focus. For me, that starting point is the Solar Return  North Nodes of the Moon , which indicate the most profound is-sues each of us is working on in this lifetime.

The Nodes of the Moon are not planetary bodies; they are points formed by the Moon's orbit around the Earth intersecting with the Earth's path around the Sun.

The direction of the Nodes is counterclockwise: The North Node is the ascending Node (the point closest to our North Pole), and generally exerts a positive influence in the sign and House where it is found. 

The South Node is the descending node (the point closest to our South Pole). Its effect can be to inadvertently drain energy from the area of its influence. 

The North and South Nodes are always exactly 180 degrees apart. 

Some astrologers use the "True Node" calculation (which takes into account the actual wobbling of the Moon's orbit), and some astrologers use the "Mean Node" (which does not take the wobbling into account). I use the True Nodes. 

The True Node and Mean Node positions are never more than 1 degree 45 minutes apart from each other. 

To determine the sign of your North Node in Solar Return chart, consult the tables on Frontmatter. 

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The Dragon's Path

An Interactive Guide to Your Solar Return North Node

Find Your Yearly Mission

To begin your journey, select the Zodiac Sign and House of the North Node from your Solar Return chart. This will reveal the central theme of your personal year, guiding you toward growth and evolution.

North Node Sign Select a Sign... Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces

North Node House Select a House... 1st House 2nd House 3rd House 4th House 5th House 6th House 7th House 8th House 9th House 10th House 11th House 12th House

Your Path This Year

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Yearly Theme:

The Cosmic Blueprint

Each year, around your birthday, the Sun returns to the exact position it occupied at your birth. A chart cast for this moment is a Solar Return chart—a potent "roadmap for the year ahead." It captures the energetic themes, opportunities, and challenges that will define the twelve months from one birthday to the next. While your natal chart is your life's story, the Solar Return chart is the specific chapter you are currently living.

The Lunar Nodes are not planets, but mathematical points where the Moon's orbit crosses the Sun's path. They form an axis of destiny.

• The North Node (☊): Often called the "Dragon's Head." It represents your destiny, life purpose, and the new qualities you must embrace for spiritual growth. This path is often unfamiliar and pushes you out of your comfort zone.
• The South Node (☋): The "Dragon's Tail." It symbolizes your karmic past, innate talents, and comfort zone. The goal is to use the wisdom of your past to consciously navigate the opportunities of your future.

Planetary Influences

Planets aspecting your North Node add crucial detail to your yearly story. Select a planet and an aspect type to see how its energy might help or challenge your path.

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Embrace the lessons of the Dragon's Path. Navigate your year with purpose, clarity, and grace.

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THE LOCATION OF YOUR NORTH NODE 

Locate the span that includes your birth date in the chart below. Your North Node position is listed to the right of these dates. 

• Apr. 14, 2003-Dec. 25, 2004 Taurus      
• Dec. 26, 2004-June 21, 2006 Aries 
• June 22, 2006-Dec. 18, 2007.... Pisces  
• Dec. 19, 2007-Aug. 21, 2009 Aquarius 
• Aug. 22, 2009-Mar. 3, 2011 Capricorn  
• Mar. 4, 2011-Aug. 29, 2012 Sagittarius 
• Aug. 30, 2012-Feb. 18, 2014 Scorpio    
• Feb. 19, 2014-Nov. 11, 2015 Libra 
• Nov. 12, 2015-May 9, 2017 Virgo         
• May 10, 2017-Nov. 6, 2018 Leo 
• Nov. 7, 2018-May 4, 2020 Cancer        
• May 5, 2020-Jan. 18, 2022 Gemini 
• Jan. 19, 2022 July 17, 2023 Taurus  
• July 18, 2023-Jan. 11, 2025 Aries 
• Jan. 12, 2025-July 26, 2026 Pisces       
• July 27, 2026-Mar. 26, 2028 Aquarius 

• Mar. 27, 2028-Sept. 23, 2029...Capricorn 
• Sept 24, 2029-Mar. 20, 2031...Sagittarius 
• Mar. 21, 2031-Dec. 1, 2032.... Scorpio  
• Dec 2, 2032-June 3, 2034..... Libra 
• June 4, 2034-Nov. 29, 2035.... Virgo 
• Nov. 30, 2035-May 29, 2037...Leo 
• May 30, 2037-Feb. 9, 2039..... Cancer 
• Feb. 10, 2039-Aug. 10, 2040.... Gemini 
• Aug. 11, 2040-Feb. 3, 2042..... Taurus 
• Feb. 4, 2042-Aug. 18, 2043..... Aries 
• Aug. 19, 2043-Apr. 18, 2045.... Pisces 
• Apr. 19, 2045-Oct. 18, 2046.... Aquarius 
• Oct. 19, 2046-Apr. 11, 2048.... Capricorn 
• Apr. 12, 2048-Dec. 14, 2049.... Sagittarius 
• Dec 15, 2049-June 28, 2051.... Scorpio 

While the Solar Return chart is a powerful predictive tool on its own, its insights are best used in concert with other astrological timing techniques. The principle of convergence states that confidence in a forecast increases when multiple, distinct methods point toward the same life themes. An expert analysis involves synthesizing the message of the Solar Return with techniques such as annual profections, secondary progressions, and solar arcs to build a holistic and reliable picture of the year ahead.

For example, if an individual's Solar Return chart shows a North Node in the 10th house of career, and they also happen to be in a 10th house annual profection year (which occurs at ages 9, 21, 33, 45, etc.), the focus on career, reputation, and public life is undeniable. The two techniques confirm and amplify each other, indicating that this theme will be a central, defining feature of the year. If, in addition, the progressed Midheaven is making a significant aspect, the evidence becomes overwhelming. This cross-referencing method provides depth, confirmation, and greater confidence in the interpretation..

NORTH NODE ASPECT

• Transiting NORTH NODE Aspecting to Natal MERCURY - ( Active communications and meetings. )

• Transiting MARS Aspecting to Natal NORTH NODE - ( Joining with others for constructive purposes. )

• Transiting NORTH NODE Aspecting to Natal ASCENDANT - ( Discomfort in relationships. )

• Transiting NORTH NODE Aspecting to NATAL SUN - ( Connections with authority figures )

• Transiting NORTH NODE Aspecting in Natal MOON - ( Emotional and spiritual attunement to females )

• Transiting NORTH NODE Aspecting to Natal VENUS - ( Positive feelings shared with others )

• Transiting NORTH NODE Aspecting to Natal MIDHEAVEN - ( Somewhat uncomfortable involvements with family and community. )

• Transiting CHIRON Conjuction Natal NORTH NODE - ( Now is the time to keep an open mind and heart )

• Transiting JUPITER Sextile or Trine Natal NORTH NODE

NORTHERN HEMISPHERIC EMPHASIS in your yearly Solar return chart

Charts with nine or all of the planets below the horizon indicate a period of internalization rather than a push for outward achievement. 

It is the internal integration which is most important at this time. Learn more north node...

• ( NORTH NODE in 5TH HOUSE ) - ( NORTH NODE in 6TH HOUSE ) - ( NORTH NODE in 7TH HOUSE ) - ( NORTH NODE in 11th HOUSE ) - ( NORTH NODE in 12TH  )

SOUTHERN HEMISPHERIC EMPHASIS in your Yearly Solar return chart

When nine or all of the planets in the solar return chart are above the horizon. This is a time when you want to succeed in a tangible external way which is measurable and obvious to others... This is even true of 11th house placements where the two themes, one of individuality and the other of peer pressure, play off each other.. Learn  Southern hemispheric More...

EASTERN HEMISPHERIC EMPHASIS in your yearly Solar Return Chart 

With nine or all of the planets in the eastern half of the chart, one is either self-motivated or not motivated at all. Use this year to develop self-motivation, self-direction, and self-reliance. This does not mean that important others are missing from your life; but it Learn More Easther Hemispheric ...

WESTERN HEMISPHERIC EMPHASIS in your yearly Solar Return chart

Nine or all of the planets in the western part of the solar return chart signify that actions are not based on independent needs since you respond in combination with others.  Even those with numerous placements in the 5th house push for self-expression while maintaining relationships. Those with placements in the 9th ... Learn More Western hemispheric...

To find the house position of your North Node, the house in which your Nodes fall in an important relationship, and the "aspects" showing the Soul contracts between you and another, Fill up this form , and this information will be calculated for you free of charge. also note: Pls mention North Node in Verification message in your Inbox

The position of the South Node will always be exactly opposite your North Node (six Houses or signs apart). For instance, if your North Node is in the sign of Aries, your South Node will be in Libra.