In the natal chart, the Moon Nodes have significance in understanding one’s life direction. The North Node indicates the direction one should strive towards in this life, while the South Node represents what is already familiar, what one knows and where one is coming from. Generally, the issues represented by the South Node (sign, house, aspects) tend to be overemphasized. The individual may find themselves more entangled in those aspects and often experiencing challenges related to them. Similarly, the issues represented by the North Node may initially feel unfamiliar and challenging to embrace.
The developmental areas represented by the Moon Nodes somewhat resemble the challenges associated with Saturn; it takes time to become even aware of them. Initially, a person may not realize that they are acting detrimentally in the area indicated by the South Node. Embracing the qualities represented by the North Node is not easy either; they often seem foreign and difficult to adopt. Adopting new ways of functioning is challenging when one has been accustomed to a certain way of operating throughout their life (and previous ones?). Similar to Saturn, confronting the challenges of the North Node requires hard work. Deep down, the individual knows they are on the right path and he/she just needs to resist the natural pull towards the South Node’s direction.
North Node in 1st house or in Aries / South Node in 7th house or in Libra
The first house represents the self, will, identity, and how one encounters the world. With the North Node in 1st house, a key developmental focus is on asserting one’s will, making personal decisions, and sticking to them. The person needs to authentically be themselves, leaving nothing out. Conversely, the South Node in 7th house desires harmony, cooperation, and avoids being overly assertive. The person may attract relationships where they are constantly challenged and mistreated because of an excessive inclination to compromise. Striking a balance becomes crucial.
The person with the North Node in the first house, may unconsciously attract dominating and authoritarian figures into their life, seeking to find a fearless leader within themselves. Initially, the presence of strong-willed individuals may cause anxiety and passive-aggressive emotions. The person might retreat or excessively yield to others’ desires. The thought of being too selfish may take over, overshadowing their own needs. As their identity and willpower develop, they learn to assert themselves without hostility, understanding the value of their own desires and needs.
As their personal identity evolves, they can confidently hold their ground without anger or excessive displays of force. They become aware of who they are, what they stand for, and where they are headed. Critics are abound, accusing them of selfishness. This is because deep down, these critics lack the pure Mars fire within, which this nodeholder carries. Moreover, they are accustomed to the person always compromising on their goals, unable to comprehend that maybe it’s their time to bend to this person’s will, not the other way around.
North Node in 1st house / Aries Vocation
While a person’s profession is often analyzed from the 10th house (public standing), 6th house (work habits/routines), or the Sun (central life force), with the North Node in the first house, personal identity expression plays a significant role. After overcoming issues related to the seventh house, the person is well-suited for leadership and public roles. The Ascendant sign influences this; for instance, a Capricorn Ascendant emphasizes authority, making the person excel in responsibilities in large enterprises. A Gemini Ascendant may excel as a speaker or television show host, while a Pisces Ascendant may highlight artistic pursuits or aiding the less fortunate.
North Node in 1st house / Aries Strengths
- Leadership
- Fearlessness in the face of challenges
- Showing the way for others
- Independence
- Fighter
South Node in 7th house / Libra Challenges
- Codependency
- Difficulty making decisions
- Inability to act independently
- Timidity
- Unawareness of personal desires