Eclipse Season is one of the most potent times in astrology, a period where transformation, change, evolution, and growth take center stage. Guided by the lunar nodes, eclipses mark key energetic shifts for both the collective and the individual. As we prepare for the lunar nodes to shift into new zodiac signs on January 11th, 2025, it’s time to explore how the energy of these celestial points determines the “flavor” of eclipses and the lessons they bring.
What Is Eclipse Season?
Eclipse Season occurs twice a year when the Sun, Moon, and Earth align near the North Node or South Node of the Moon. During this time, the lunar and solar eclipses act as cosmic resets, opening portals for transformation and deep evolution.
Much like the phases of the Moon, the full cycle of Eclipse Season—with its new moon solar eclipses and full moon lunar eclipses—is essential for a complete process of growth. Solar eclipses mark beginnings and opportunities for new intentions, while lunar eclipses bring endings and the release of patterns no longer serving us.
However, for transformation to take root, we must honor the entire cycle:
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Reflect and Review: What needs to shift? What is ready to evolve?
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Release and Let Go: Where can space be created for new beginnings?
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Embrace Change: Allow the transformation to unfold.
I often use the metaphor of cleaning out a closet or tackle box. Before we can welcome something new into our lives, we need to create space by letting go of the old. Eclipse Season demands this kind of intentional clearing to fully align with the energies of transformation.
The Role of the Lunar Nodes in Eclipse Energy
The lunar nodes are the guiding force behind Eclipse Season, determining both the zodiac signs and the themes of the eclipses. As the nodes shift signs approximately every 18 months, the energy and focus of eclipses also change, offering new opportunities for growth and evolution.
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North Node: Represents where the collective and individuals are being called to grow and evolve.
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South Node: Highlights what must be released, resolved, or transformed.
By understanding the zodiac signs of the nodes, we gain insight into the specific lessons and opportunities presented during an eclipse cycle.
The Current Transition: January 11th, 2025
On January 11th, 2025, the lunar nodes will transition from the axis of Aries (North Node) and Libra (South Node) to Pisces (North Node) and Virgo (South Node). Let’s explore what this shift means:
The Aries-Libra Nodal Axis (2023-2025)
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Themes: Balancing individuality (Aries) with relationships and harmony (Libra).
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Collective Energy: A call to embrace courage, self-leadership, and authenticity while releasing codependency, people-pleasing, or excessive focus on others.
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Eclipse Focus: Initiatives, personal autonomy, and recalibrating partnerships.
The Pisces-Virgo Nodal Axis (2025-2026)
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Themes: Balancing spiritual surrender and intuition (Pisces) with practicality, service, and discernment (Virgo).
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Collective Energy: A call to embrace compassion, creativity, and trust in the unseen while releasing perfectionism, overanalysis, and excessive control.
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Eclipse Focus: Integrating spiritual wisdom with practical action and healing.
What This Means for the Collective
The upcoming transition from Aries-Libra to Pisces-Virgo signals a collective shift in focus. We’re moving from themes of personal autonomy and relational balance to a period of integrating spirituality with grounded action. Expect:
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A deeper exploration of spiritual practices, creativity, and emotional healing.
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A collective call to address burnout, overwork, and the need for rest and trust in the divine flow.
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Opportunities to release rigid perfectionism and open to compassion, both for ourselves and others.
As this shift unfolds, Eclipse Season will offer powerful windows for aligning with these themes. By paying attention to the zodiac signs of the eclipses, we can harness their energy for transformation and growth.
Looking Ahead
Eclipse Season and the lunar nodes remind us that transformation is not an overnight process. Just as the Moon waxes and wanes, so too must we reflect, release, and create space for new beginnings. The upcoming Pisces-Virgo nodal cycle invites us to embrace spiritual and practical growth, weaving together the wisdom of the unseen with the tangible realities of daily life.
Stay tuned for the next article in this series, where we’ll explore how to work with Eclipse Season personally, including tips for navigating its energy and aligning with its transformative potential. Whether you’re cleaning out a closet—literally or metaphorically—or setting intentions for new growth, the eclipses and lunar nodes are here to guide your journey.
This article is part of an initial series discussing the Lunar Nodes and Eclipse Seasons of 2025 that consists of 6 parts in total. Check out the other articles with these links:
Part 1 , Part 2 , Part 3 , Part 4 , Part 5 , Part 6