Change is on the way.
While that may be music to the ears of some, it is likely to fill others with dread.
Fortunately, astrology offers more answers than questions. So, while the astrology of July 17, 2023 may appear daunting, each sign is aligned with a new, personal journey. Indeed, due to the North and South Nodes shifting signs for the first time since January 2022, each zodiac sign will be called to lean into pivotal pursuits that prioritize personal independence on this transformative day.
Because they are not planetary bodies, the North and South Nodes are frequently misunderstood in astrology. When viewed through a telescope, the horseshoe-like symbols are nowhere to be found in the universe. This is due to the fact that these cosmic points represent where the sun and moon intersect in the sky. These two points, known as lunar nodes, also indicate where eclipses will occur, and they’ve been laid across the Taurus and Scorpio axis for the last year and a half.
The Taurus and Scorpio-ruled houses in your birth chart have shifted dramatically in the last 18 months. Because the North Node represents the house of your birth chart where drastic growths occur, there has been a collective focus on the desire for increased comfort, pleasure, and stability. As a result, you’ve been called to purge any fears, drawbacks, or excessive needs for control in your Scorpio-ruled house that may have been preventing you from achieving security in your Taurus-ruled house. However, as the nodes prepare to enter Aries and Libra this month, you’ll be focusing on your desire for independence, self-assertion, and the need to find balance.
Breaking Down The Astrology Of July 17, 2023
For the first time since 1987, the North and South Nodes will ingress into Aries and Libra on July 17. This means that eclipses will occur in these two signs during their respective seasons (March 20 – April 19, and September 22 – October 21) from now until 2024. This *also* means that the Aries and Libra-ruled houses of your birth chart will undergo significant changes over the next year and a half (especially if your natal North or South Node is in one of these signs). Because eclipses are so powerful, you’re bound to feel the effects of the North and South Nodes in Aries and Libra even when the eclipses aren’t happening — but pay special attention to what’s going on in these houses during eclipse season, because it’ll be far more noticeable.
Here’s what every zodiac sign can expect as the nodes change signs on July 17:
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
The North Node enters your first house of self-expression and identity on July 17, ushering in major changes for you, Aries. Over the next 18 months, you will be called to assert your independence in vastly different ways, ushering you down a path of newly discovered awareness. You’ll be confronted with potentially life-changing decisions that affect not only you, but also other people in your life, forcing you to make some critical decisions that involve both your autonomy and your need for interdependence. Now is not the time to abandon your relationships completely, Aries. Instead, consider how the people in your life either encourage or hinder your individuality.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
On July 17, the North and South Nodes will enter Aries and Libra, respectively, emphasizing how you care for your mind, body, and soul. You will be encouraged to embrace introspection and solitude in your personal life over the next 18 months. This could be a good time to pursue an interest or endeavor that allows you to focus solely on yourself while still maintaining a well-balanced social life in your daily life, Taurus. Overall, even if it appears selfish to some, this eclipse cycle is teaching you how to prioritize your mental health.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
As the North and South Nodes switch signs this month, you’ll notice a significant shift in your friendships, community, as well as your solo passions and creative endeavors. This new chapter gives you the opportunity to take the reins of your social life, Gemini, while also emphasizing your desire for personal fulfillment and the joy you cultivate on your own. Prepare to be booked and busy over the next 18 months as you form new, exciting relationships and discover new passions that will allow you to connect with those around you.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
As the North and South Nodes change signs this month, your career and public image, as well as your home and family life, will undergo some changes. This season is allowing you to fully assume control of your profession, Cancer, so embrace your natural desire to lead. While these new developments will undoubtedly demand your attention, don’t lose sight of your desire for balance and social connection in your domestic domain. To fully thrive publicly, your private world must be in order — so create a comfortable, safe environment to come home to right now.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
On July 17, the North and South Nodes will enter Aries and Libra, respectively, ushering in a new period of mental and spiritual enlightenment for you. Over the next 18 months, you’ll be leaning into new belief systems and philosophies while letting go of old perspectives or opinions that you may have adopted from others. You’re finding your personal voice now, Leo, and you’ll be eager to share it with anyone who will listen.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
The nodes will emphasize your personal assets, money, and shared resources this month, inviting you to lean into your need for independence in your intimate relationships with others. You might be splitting responsibilities with a partner right now, or you might be learning how to accept help from others. While you’re not a big fan of accepting help from others, this eclipse cycle serves as a reminder that if help is available, there’s nothing wrong with accepting it. This does not imply that you are incapable of handling things on your own.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
The South Node will enter your first house of identity and self-expression on July 17, while the North Node will enter your seventh house of relationships and partnerships. This is a watershed moment in your relationships, Libra, and not just with other people. Over the next few months, you’ll be thinking about how you not only show up for your loved ones, but also for yourself. Relationships should not require you to abandon yourself. You’re finding new ways to show up for yourself while also showing up for others.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
On July 17, the nodes change signs, signaling the beginning of a new cycle in your current habits, routines, and self-care rituals. You’ll be encouraged to make some new, dynamic changes to your physical health and well-being, while also putting your mental health first. While it will be tempting to jump right into any new health regimen, don’t forget about the importance of rest and recovery. Prioritizing your mental health is always a good use of your time.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
This month, the North and South Nodes will change signs, putting a greater emphasis on your passions, creative hobbies, social groups, and friendships. You’ll be leaning in to the activities that bring you joy independently of others over the next few months, while still actively seeking connection through your community. Even if you’re entering your Beyoncé phase, you can still be a part of a group. This eclipse cycle is teaching you the value of cultivating joy on your own, but it’s also critical that you find ways to share your experiences with those around you.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
On July 17, the nodes will change signs, causing significant changes in your home and family, as well as your career and public persona. Capricorn, you’re incredibly career-driven, and while this will only intensify now, you’re being called to strike a healthy balance between your public and private lives. Personal goals and ambitions for your natural habitat demand your attention, which may necessitate the establishment of certain boundaries at work.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
You’ll be actively seeking more information and knowledge in your daily life as the nodal axis shifts this month, as well as releasing any outdated beliefs that may not fully align with your self-expression. You’re always eager to learn new things, Aquarius, and as this new eclipse cycle progresses, your desire to broaden your mind will reach exciting new heights. While new perspectives are bound to enlighten you now, don’t feel compelled to abandon old philosophies unless they no longer align with who you are today.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
The North and South Nodes will change signs on July 17, emphasizing your money, resources, shared assets, and joint responsibilities. Over the next few months, you’ll be trying out new and exciting ways to assert your financial independence, while also deciding where to draw the line in terms of how you share your possessions with others. Pisces, you’re a naturally selfless person, but this cycle is teaching you to distinguish what belongs to you and only you — and what you don’t have to share with others.
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