“Astrology Describes The Basic, Fundamental Energetic Patterns That Inform Our Approach To Life. But

Hey Henry, what are your thoughts on north nodes? It seems like such an important part of ones chart, but I never see anyone post about it on tumblr 🤔 Did I get this right-ish?; south node = past life, comfort-zone (mine is in pisces and 1st, so ego, escapism and self sacrificing behaviour) and north node = current life, destiny (?), new and uncomfortable situations that one has to experience (virgo in 7th, being organized and focusing on relationships, having a stable relationship). Thanks!

I think that the nodes are blown a little out of proportion in modern astrology. If we take things back to basics, however, I think that they can bear a lot of rich fruit. Consider the fact that the nodes are the places where the path of the Moon intersects the Solar ecliptic. At a very basic level we have the uniting of the Solar and Lunar selves here (similar to the Sun/Moon midpoint). Your active and passive natures are at one here. Your needs and wants align, and that’s why it can feel so powerful to prioritize the nodes when it comes to examining “life purpose”. 

That being said, however, I personally take the Vedic (Jyotish) route when it comes to the nodes. I think that the North Node implies material increase, but a special kind of obsessiveness and spiritual drain, whereas the South Node implies material decrease, a special kind of apathy, and spiritual gain. It’s unhealthy to spend too much time at either end of the axis (this is true for every axis in astrology so it’s a bizarre thing to me that modern astrologers always tout the North Node as some sort of ultimate chart feature), and the ultimate manifestation would be one that is balanced. On one end you see the archetypal billionaire, who constantly craves more and more and yet is never satisfied, whereas on the other end you have a starving monk, who by releasing everything and giving to others attains the ultimate fulfillment and yet may not be able to (actually) feed himself. Both energies are necessary for a practical life, but taken to extremes they can become dangerous.

From a technical standpoint I use the adage that the North Node amplifies what it touches (and thus is a good match for the benefics) and the South Node dissipates what it touches (and thus is a good match for the malefics).

Functionally I think that we can see increase where the North Node is transiting and meaning where the South Node is.

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Stygiomedusa Gigantea

For the first time ever, stygiomedusa gigantea, a gigantic jellyfish was caught on video by scientists in the Gulf of Mexico. There have only been 115 sightings of this deep sea jellyfish in the past 110 years.

“If something changes, we should let it go-something else will come. We should watch the changes like passing clouds. But, normally, we dont want to merely watch them. We want to hold onto a section without letting go. When we just allow things to pass, we are free. Things will just come and go while we retain our peace”

— Patanjali

Useful Resources and Links

This links post is being added to my “Your Placements” page which I wrote/sourced for people getting into astrology. You can find it here if you would like information on finding your chart, dominants, or a quick understanding of some key parts of the chart when starting astrology!

This post will provide the more detailed information for the page.

Note: Posts linked are not all mine! They are, however, my favourite posts for learning and understanding! All links go to the original post and blog so you can read more of their excellent posts.

Signs:

Intercepted and duplicated signs by @astrology-addict​

Signs, houses, and how to start out by @astrology-addict​

Ascendent/Descendent element axis by @lupuslupercalia​

Signs in the personal placements by @universalstrology​

Signs in the Sun and Mercury by @seraonthestars​

Basics on the signs (and everything) by @gothicastrology​

The Rising signs by me

Cardinal signs in the natal chart by @astroalive​

Fixed signs in the natal chart by @astroalive​

Mutable signs in the natal chart by @astroalive​

The Modes by @ayyries​

The Moon signs by @astrollusion​

Luminaries and Planets:

What the planets mean within us posted by @astro-paradiso​

What the planets represent by astrotheme.com

Falls and detriments by @transcendicalprosperity​

Exaltations and falls by @acaipsychelife​

Luminaries and planets in astrology by @aesthetics-astro​

The Sun by @aesthetics-astro​

The Moon by @aesthetics-astro​

Mercury by @aesthetics-astro​

Venus by @aesthetics-astro​

Mars by @aesthetics-astro​

Jupiter by @aesthetics-astro​

Saturn by @aesthetics-astro​

Uranus by @aesthetics-astro​

Neptune by @aesthetics-astro​

Pluto by @aesthetics-astro​

Saturn and its houses by @ayyries​

Jupiter and its house potential by @astrologylunarfish​

Saturn and Uranus Brotherhood by @astrawrlogy​

Neptune and its houses by @ayyries​

Natal Saturn by @acaipsychelife​

Learning about the natal chart by @astrology-addict​

Blathin’s planetary masterpost by @astrollusion​

Dominants:

How to find your dominants [VIDEO] by @astrology-addict

Dominant planets by me

Dominant houses by @astrawrlogy

Sign dominants posted to tumblr by @astroasteria​

Calculating element percentage by @astroalive​

Calculating dominant signs by @geministereo​

Houses:

Sun in the houses by @zodiac–signs

The 12 astrological houses by astrolibrary.org

The 12 houses by astrostyle.com

The 12 houses by astrotheme.com

Introduction to houses by @astrology-addict

Houses of astrology by @astrolocherry

Importance of the Ascendent (1st house cusp) by @ayyries

The 10th house by @astrollusion

The 12th house by @isastrobitch

The 10th house planets by me

The 5th house planets by @imstuckinarut-astrology

What the houses mean in short by @gothicastrology

The 12th house planets by @cutestrology

Chart shapes by @astrollusion​

How the houses flow together by @transcendicalprosperity

Midheaven:

In Aries by @aesthetics-astro​

In Taurus by @aesthetics-astro​

In Gemini by @aesthetics-astro​

In Cancer by @aesthetics-astro​

In Leo by @aesthetics-astro​

In Virgo by @aesthetics-astro​

In Libra by @aesthetics-astro​

In Scorpio by @aesthetics-astro​

In Sagittarius by @aesthetics-astro​

In Capricorn by @aesthetics-astro​

In Aquarius by @aesthetics-astro​

In Pisces by @aesthetics-astro​

Retrogrades:

What to know about retrogrades by @coolastrology​

Planets in retrograde by @isastrobitch​

Natal retrograding planets by @astrolocherry​

Retrogrades in astrology by @aesthetics-astro​

Stelliums:

An introduction to stelliums by @ashwolfastro​

House stelliums by @ashwolfastro​

Sign stelliums, house stelliums, and what each planet means for them by @astrawrlogy​

How to analyse a stellium by @astrologyisfrequentlyaccurate​

How to master a stelium by @soulofsaturn​

Decans:

The sign decans by @astroalive​

Sun/Masculine and Moon/Feminine decans by @star-astrology​

Decans by horoscopeswithin.com

Aries Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Taurus Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Gemini Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Cancer Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Leo Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Virgo Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Libra Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Scorpio Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Sagittarius Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Capricorn Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Aquarius Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Pisces Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Aries Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Taurus Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Gemini Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Cancer Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Leo Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Virgo Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Libra Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Scorpio Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Sagittarius Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Capricorn Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Aquarius Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Pisces Rising decans by @astrolofae​

Aspects:

An introduction to aspects by @astrollusion​

Oppositions to the ascendent by @totefee​

Aspects to Pluto by @bythestarlight​

Marina’s aspect masterpost by @astrologymarina​

Jupiter to Saturn aspects by @astrologanize​

Venus to Jupiter aspects by astrologymarina.com (@astrologymarina)

Other:

Glossary by @astrollusion​

I have missed so many amazing posts, articles and sites off of here by accident and on purpose because this list would be endless! Other great resources include astro.com, astrotheme.com, cafestrology.com and astromatrix.com. Many books are also out there for you to purchase like Your Microcosm by @astrologymarina​! Apart from these posts, some of my favourite blogs to learn from generally include @acaipsychelife​, @ayyries​, @astrolocherry​, @astrology-addict​, @scorpio-astrology​, @astrologanize​, @astrologymarina​, @aesthetics-astro​, @transcendicalprosperity​ and @astroalive​!

I hope this is helpful, and you’ll be able to find this post on my placements page <3

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Backyard Healing: Lavender

Lavandula officinalis 

This herb is a common herb found in many gardens. The flower itself is beautiful with a pleasant fragrance commonly used in relaxation techniques.

Benefits

Health

healing

Spiritual

Incense 

Used Within

Oil

Food

Tea

Physical Uses 

Headache or migraine

Acne or troubled skin 

Fatigue is the most common healing property of lavender 

Ease pain

Help reduce infection (viral, bacterial, or fungal)

Calm, overcome shock

Reduce stress

Promote sleep

Overcome depression and anxiety

Insect repellant 

Calm convulsions and spasms of any kind

Skin conditions, assesses, acne, allergies, athlete’s foot, boils, bruises, burns, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, inflammations, insect bites and stings, lice, psoriasis, ringworm, scabies, sores, spots, sunburn, and minor wounds

Earaches 

Muscle aches and pains

Respiratory conditions 

Digestive issues

Healthy menstruation stimulation 

Spiritual Uses

Sleep and healing spells

Peace and love promoting 

Associated with longevity 

Protection and cleansing 

Essential Oil Usage

The following is based on the Améo Essential Oils, a clinical grade oil. This brand of oil has a proven cell activity level, proven cell permeability, and Cetri-5 endorsed. You should always use 100% pure essential oil before using on your body. Contact a certified homeopathic practitioner for more information. 

Blending: The ratio 50:50, for example, means use 50% essential oil, 50% carrier oil. The ratio 5:95, for example, means 5% essential oil, 95% carrier oil. 

Lavender essential oil blends well with bergamot, clary sage, clove, cinnamon, citronella, cypress, thyme, patchouli, rosemary, and other citrus oils.  

To help ease pain, help reduce some type of viral, bacterial, or fungal infection, or heal a minor wound, apply undiluted topically. 

To calm, overcome shock, reduce stress, overcome depression, promote sleep, and over come anxiety, emotional exhaustion, or restlessness, diffuse 20 drops of oil twice daily. You can also apply undiluted topically just under the sternum on the chest, the forehead, around the nose, and on the temples. 

For insect repellent, put 20 drops in water, shake, and spray 

To calm convulsions and spasms of all kinds such as muscle, digestion, respiratory, etc; diffuse 20 drops. You may also massage with a 50:50 blend using a carrier oil (such as coconut oil), or take an aromatic bath/ foot soak with 10-15 drops of lavender in one cup of Epsom Salts. 

You can use lavender to deodorize surfaces, rooms, or yourself

For skin conditions, abscesses, acne, allergies, athlete’s foot, boils, bruises, burns, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, inflammations, insect bites and stings, insect repellent, lice, psoriasis, ringworm, scabies, sores, spots, sunburn, and minor wounds: apply undiluted to small areas or diluted 50:50 with a carrier oil to larger areas 

For an earache, apply undiluted on the outer ear

For lumbago, muscle aches and pains, rheumatism, and sprains: create 50:50 massage blend of lavender with a carrier oil, and apply to affected area

For respiratory conditions: asthma, bronchitis, excess mucous, bad breath, laryngitis, throat infections, and whooping cough: create a 50:50 blend with carrier oil and apply/massage to affected area. You can also take a hot bath with 10-15 drops of lavender in one cup of Epsom Salts. Also, diffuse 20 drops twice daily

For digestive issues: abdominal cramps, colic, gas, or nausea: take 50:50 blend of lavender and carrier oil in a capsule once a day with food. You can also massage a 50:50 dilution with a carrier oil onto the lower abdomen

To stimulate healthy menstruation or reduce menstrual pain, massage 50:50 with a carrier oil onto the lower abdomen 

To decrease painful headaches, migraines, nervous tension, and stress related conditions, diffuse 20 drops twice daily. Also, use a 50:50 blend with a carrier oil and massage face, forehead, back of neck, and back.

To overcome shock or vertigo: diffuse 20 drops of lavender twice daily. Also use a 50:50 blend with carrier oil to massage temples, forehead, and back of neck. Apply a cool, damp cloth over the lavender to help it penetrate. For use on the face, dilute a ratio of 5:95 lavender with a carrier oil. 

(Pénoël, 2014)

Note: There are certain types of sedatives or sedative antidepressants that could interact with lavender products, and cause overdrowiness. you should discuss with your medical practitioner before using lavender if you take any drugs such as these (Robbins & Bedell, 2017). 

Sources:

Pénoël, Daniel, Dr, comp. Integrated Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy. 1st ed. N.p.: n.p., 2014. Print.

Robbins, Shawn, and Charity Bedell. The Good Witch’s Guide. New York: Sterling Ethos, 2017. Print.

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Mars/Aries/Scorpio: The fire of the Godhead 

Taurus: Natural Law

Mercury/Gemini: Consciousness  Mercury/Virgo: Individual Christ Consciousness 

Sun/Leo: Solar, Self Consciousness

Moon/Cancer: Embryonic Consciousness

Venus/Libra: Karmic Law

Jupiter/Sagittarius/Pisces: Divine consciousness

Pluto/Scorpio: The Unconscious 

Saturn/Capricorn: Mineral Kingdom

Uranus/Aquarius: Blue Light Christ Consciousness 

Moon/Neptune/Cancer/Pisces: Collective consciousness

C

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The Luminaries and Planets in Astrology

Each luminary and each planet in astrology affects different parts of our personality. By this point, we understand the 12 archetypes, but now we must be aware of what these celestial bodies mean in the first place when a sign is placed there.

The Sun Ruler of Leo, the Sun represents the Self. It is representative of our strength, will, vitality, ego and our basic personality. The Sun, in our charts, represents who we are at our very best.

The Moon Ruler of Cancer, the Moon represents the Personal/True Self. It is representative of our emotions, our soul, instinct and intuition and who we truly are internally. The Moon, in our charts, represents the deepest part of us.

Mercury Ruler of both Gemini and Virgo, Mercury represents the Mind. It is representative of our intellect and how we communicate and mentally process things on a day-to-day basis. Mercury, in our charts, represents how we communicate and interact everyday.

Venus Ruler of both Taurus and Libra, Venus represents Attraction. It is representative of love, money, friendships, relationships and what we find beautiful. Venus, in our charts, represents who and what we are attracted to and how we go about obtaining it.

Mars Ruler of Aries, Mars represents Willpower. It is representative of stamina, anger, sex and what stimulates our physical energy. Mars, in our charts, shows what/how we put our energy to use.

Jupiter Ruler of Sagittarius, Jupiter represents Expansion. It is representative of optimism, growth, luck and wisdom. Jupiter, in our charts, represents what we should follow in order to attract happiness and good karma in our lives.

Saturn Ruler of Capricorn, Saturn represents Discipline. It is representative of boundaries, fears, responsibilities and karma. Saturn, in our charts, teaches us lessons to help us grow.

Uranus Ruler of Aquarius, Uranus represents Freedom. It is representative of change, originality and progressiveness. Uranus, in our charts, shows where we go against order or tradition.

Neptune Ruler of Pisces, Neptune represents Illusion. It is representative of spirituality, deception and intuition. Neptune, in our charts, shows where we fall into delusion eventually resulting in heightened awareness.

Pluto Ruler of Scorpio, Pluto represents Transformation. It is representative of spiritual growth, rebirth and renewal and change. Pluto, in our charts, represents where we will find for a deeper truth or meaning and what we will destroy and eventually create and give life to.

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“The (Midheaven) reflects a person’s image, their presentation to the world outside. It can be a very important factor in the physical appearance, the physical type, even more so than the ascendant.”

— Liz Greene

Aries midheaven: Can seem insatiably seductive, intimidating, challenging, inspiring, ready and willing for anything, like they were born for whatever they are doing 

Taurus midheaven: Can seem ultimately grounded, in touch with themselves, competent, alluring and sensitive

Gemini midheaven: Can seem interesting, clever, influential, experimental, free spirited, confident in their intellectual abilities and erratic 

Cancer midheaven: Can seem sensitive, emotionally responsive, introverted, gentle, mysterious, and maternal like a mother figure

Leo midheaven: Can seem confident, charismatic, and commanding, full of pride and performance, big hearted, competent in leadership, always switched ‘on’

Virgo midheaven: Can seem internalised and private, intelligent, skilled and proficient, nervous and sacrificial, self-disciplined, a personal advisory 

Libra midheaven: Can seem popular, artistic, peaceful, and easy to relate to, flirtatious, enchanting, people can feel entitled to their beauty, righteous and fair

Scorpio midheaven: Can seem cryptic, secluded, and provocative, charming, mesmerising, daunting, intense, unforgiving, passionate, commanding 

Sagittarius midheaven: Can seem wild, unrestrained, adventurous, perceptive, interesting, relentless, philosophical, active, impossible to keep up with

Capricorn midheaven: Can seem astonishingly capable and confident, self-sufficient, grounded, gifted, talented, reliable, resilient, wise, and successful 

Aquarius midheaven: Can seem unusual or atypical, strangely gifted, free spirited, intelligent, self-sufficient, inspired, creative, unstable, interesting 

Pisces midheaven: Can seem spiritual or gifted, otherworldly and supernatural, redeeming, rescuer, creative, unstable, dreamy, evasive, inspiring, awakened

-C.

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