Transit Lunar Nodes in the Eighth House #
When the Nodes transit your eighth and second house axis, transformation versus security is the evolutionary focus. North Node in the eighth calls you to develop depth and intimacy; South Node in the eighth releases obsession with darkness.
Timing #
Duration: Approximately 18 months
Cycle: Every 18.6 years
North Node in the Eighth House #
Meaning #
You are called to develop psychological depth, intimacy, and transformational capacity. Material security and self-sufficiency have been your comfort zone; now merging and transformation are the growth edge.
Opportunities #
- Depth development: Going beyond surface
- Intimacy: Profound connection with others
- Transformation: Dying to what no longer serves
- Shared resources: Learning to merge resources with others
- Psychological insight: Understanding hidden dynamics
South Node in the Eighth House #
Meaning #
Over-identification with crisis or darkness is ready for release. Obsession with transformation or power has limited growth; now simplicity and self-reliance are called for.
Working With This Placement #
Release excessive intensity. Growth comes through building stable, personal resources.
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