posted June 11, 2006 08:41 PM            

If you go to http://www.astro.com/horoscopes/ahor.asp you can have a free interpretation of your natal chart. Choose "Personal Portrait" or the in depth "Astro Click Portrait" for a reading.

Moons Nodes:

http://groups.msn.com/HOROSCOPESCHAT/lunarnodes.msnw

Lunar Nodes, also called the Moon's Nodes, are the points where the Moon's orbit of the Earth intersects the celestial ecliptic - the narrow band of space described by the Earth's orbit around the Sun. The points in the Moon's orbital cycle where it crosses the ecliptic are of particular astrological importance, bringing the Earth-Moon system into line with the solar system, and so relating individual will to the will of the wider cosmos, and conferring a sense of fatedness and externally chosen destiny to whatever contacts the nodal axis in the nativity.

Where the orbit of the Moon around Earth crosses the ecliptic in a northward direction is known as the North Node, the Ascending Node, the Dragon's Head, Caput Draconis, or Rahu. Where it crosses the ecliptic in a southward direction is known as the South Node, the Descending Node, the Dragon's Tail, Cauda Draconis, or Ketu. The South Node is always exactly opposite the North Node, and as a result only the position of the North Node is shown in ephemerides.

The Moon's Nodes move in retrograde motion through a complete cycle of the zodiac lasting about 18 years and seven months. During that time, they very frequently station and turn briefly direct. In ephemerides, where the position of the North Node has been calculated exactly to show all these variations, it is called the True Node. Where it has been ironed out based a constant, averaged rate of motion, it is called the Mean Node. The Mean Node is easier for ephemeris-programmers to calculate, but accurate to within only a degree or two of the True Node, which means that where it is used no decimal point precision of nodal longitude can be pretended.

This article presents the varied theories of the general astrological influence of the Moon's Nodes, with the earliest first.

http://www.cafeastrology.com/northnodesouthnode.html

The North Node () and South Node ( ) of the Moon are points that are directly opposite each other. Together, they form the Nodal Axis. They are not planetary bodies; rather, they are mathematical points that take into account the relationship between the Sun, Moon, and Earth at the time of our birth. More specifically, the Moon's nodes are the points where the Moon's orbit intersect the plane of the ecliptic.
The Nodes of the Moon represent points of personal karmic imbalance. The North Node represents the kinds of experiences that we must work to develop in order to work with our karma, and to grow spiritually. The South Node represents those experiences and qualities that come naturally to us, that are over-developed, and that we tend to fall back on. The South Node can be a point of undoing unless we develop the North Node experiences and qualities. Thus, consciously working on these "life lessons" can bring us to increased happiness and fulfillment. If we over-emphasize and fall back on the qualities of our South Node, at the expense of developing our North Node, we may have a difficult time feeling personally successful.

http://www.cafeastrology.com/nodesofthemoon.html

The theory behind the Nodes of the Moon (the North Node and South Node) suggests that we all come into this world with some underdeveloped and overdeveloped aspects of our character. The Nodes of the Moon point us to these specific qualities: the South Node suggests our overdeveloped character traits that are easy for us to fall back on, but that may undermine our lives if we hold on to these traits for security; while the North Node suggests the qualities that we need to develop in order to find inner balance.

The North Node and South Node points are directly opposite each other. They are not planetary bodies; rather, they are points that take into account the relationship between the Sun, Moon, and Earth at the time of our birth.

The Nodes of the Moon suggest personal karmic imbalance. Thus, consciously working on these "life lessons" can bring us to increased happiness and fulfillment. If we over-emphasize and fall back on the qualities of our South Node, at the expense of developing our North Node, we may have a difficult time feeling personally successful.

Whether or not we consciously work on these lessons, events in our lives are likely to force us to confront them. In my experience, people often begin to confront and work on their North Node lessons in their thirties, whether or not they are aware of the issues through Astrology. Before this stage of our lives, we may be somewhat blind to our South Node tendencies.

Fear is associated with South Node issues. The South Node position is very often a point of great insecurity. We very much want what is represented by the South Node position, whether that is order in our lives (South Node in Virgo/6th house) or satisfaction in partnerships (South Node in Libra/7th house). However, the only way we can feel successful in these areas is through working on the qualities of the opposite sign (North Node position). We may resist doing this quite fervently, especially in the first 30 years of our lives, partly because we cannot see that letting go of some of our obsessions, and working on the polarity, will bring satisfaction to the South Node areas. Thus, the North Node represents a point of challenge and growth. One feels somewhat awkward and uncertain in the areas represented by the North Node (its sign and house). The North Node can also be considered a point of inflow. We need help with our North Node issues, and we often meet people who will help us confront these issues.

Look to the North Node by sign and house as an area of our lives and personalities that we may neglect or avoid, possibly due to fear and resistance. The North Node can feel like the unknown to us. The house position of the North Node shows the context for these challenges, and the sign position reveals the qualities we need to develop.

http://www.astro.com/astrology/in_planets2_e.htm

Other Parts and Points
Astrologers use a colorful collection of "points". These derive from points within the horoscope and are of symbolic significance, such as the "part of fortune" or the "Age Point". At present there is very little agreement amongst astrologers on the importance of these points, or on how meaningful they actually are.

Lilith and the Moon's nodes are exceptions: these points are based on astronomical data and consequently find more acceptance in astrological circles. The moon’s nodes, which are always exactly opposed, are those points where the paths of the moon and the earth cross. Most astrologers see these points as being of karmic significance: The ascending or northern node is said to represent the spiritual development called for in this life, while the descending or southern node represents experience gathered during previous lives. Another point of view regards the northern node as a point of meeting, signifying important personal ties or connections, while the south node indicates separation. The well-known German astrologer Thomas Ring taught that the northern node shows where subconscious contents can become accessible, whereas the southern node shows where conscious awareness can sink back into the depths of the unconscious.

http://www.bobmarksastrologer.com/Nodes33.0.htm

The Nodes of the Moon Lesson 33.0

http://www.lunarliving.org/featured/nodes_of_the_moon.shtml

THE NODES OF THE MOON
By Maritha Pottenger

http://www.astro.com/astrology/in_house1_e.htm

Descendant (Dsc) & Midheaven (MC)

As we mentioned earlier, the astrological houses show us which spheres or aspects of life receive more weight than others in a horoscope. Each astrological house stands for a particular sphere. The house division of a horoscope varies from person to person, since it is calculated according to the exact time of birth and the geographic position of the place of birth.
The horoscope is divided by two axes into the eastern and western hemispheres as well as into the day and night hemispheres. The four points of intersection of these two axes with the ecliptic determine the house division of the horoscope. This is usually based on a further division of each of the four quadrants by three. There are various mathematical models according to which the houses are calculated. Consequently there is quite a long list of differing house systems (Placidus, Regiomontanus, Equal, Vehlow, etc.). Most of these differ only in the method of calculation used to divide the quadrants.

The transition from one house to another is not as clear as the change from one sign to another. Planets occupying a position near the end of a house are often interpreted as belonging to the next.

The Horizon
Ascendant and Descendant
The individual and his complement

This axis, which divides the horoscope into an 'upper' (day-side) and a 'lower' (night-side) half, represents the local horizon at the time of birth. That point at which the eastern horizon intersects the ecliptic is termed the ascendant. It is the beginning or cusp of the first house. In opposition to it, on the cusp of the seventh house, we find the descendant. We will discuss the interpretation of the houses on the following pages. Planets found near the ascendant at the moment of birth are rising, or have just risen, while planets close to the descendant are setting.

The Meridian – A Vertical Division
Imum Coeli and Medium Coeli
Origins and orientation

The second important axis in house division is the meridian. This divides the horoscope into an eastern (on the left of the chart) and a western (on the right of the chart) half. The uppermost point of intersection of this axis with the ecliptic is called the Medium Coeli (MC) or midheaven, the lower point (situated under the horizon) is termed the Imum Coeli (IC). Planets close to the MC occupy the highest possible place in the heavens at the time of birth, while planets near the IC are so to speak under our feet on the other side of the earth.

http://www.astro.com/astrology/in_house2_e.htm

Dsecendant - Cusp of the 7th House

7th House – Relating
The descendant sign and planets occupying the seventh house tell us about how we select our partners and describes the partnerships and relationships we seek. Often we are involuntarily attracted to people whose horoscopes carry a strong emphasis of the sign in our seventh house.

Midheaven (MC) - Cusp of the 10th House

10th House (MC) – Occupation and Calling
This house is of particular importance, since it affects not only our choice of profession and our sense of calling - it also has a bearing on our general development, what we become. This continues throughout our lives. According to tradition, as well as more recent experience, this house describes the mother * image and the relationship to the real mother.

* Some astrologers attribute the MC to the father not the mother. In that case, the IC pertains to the mother and the MC the father.

http://www.cafeastrology.com/midheaven.html

The Midheaven is the cusp of the tenth house of the natal chart, and is one of the angles of a chart. It is found at the very top of the chart, and it is the most public point in our chart. It relates to our career or "life path" and suggests our social standing and reputation.

The Midheaven is one of the four angles of the chart. The other three are the Imum Coeli (IC - directly opposite the Midheaven), the Ascendant (ASC), and the Descendant (DSC).

The Midheaven represents our most visible achievements in the eyes of society, our public "face" (as opposed to our more personal "face" at the Ascendant), our accomplishments, and our overall sense of responsibility and standing in the world/society.

Astrology Lessons:
http://www.astro.com/astrology/in_intro_e.htm
http://www.bobmarksastrologer.com/TOClessons.htm
http://www.cafeastrology.com/
http://www.thezodiac.com/index.htm

Hope this information helps you.

posted June 12, 2006 01:47 AM              

Since you have more planets on the left than on the right you concentrate on yourself more than on others.

Since you have more planets on the bottom of your chart than on the top you focus on your inner world more than the outer world.

Since you have the most planets in the top left of your chart you want to do things in the outer world that involve you.

Giving the astro-basics,

Tim

posted June 22, 2006 01:08 AM              

As you have seen, suicidical people have a problem seeing their purpose in life. To help you see your purpose, consider that you have North node (future goals) focused in the 11th house (friends, also other people's self-expression). If you can find some way in your life to help and assist others, perhaps in some sort of humanitarian organization(s), you should be able to find your purpose and direction in life so that you can turn yourself away from self-destricution.

Urging purpose in life,

Tim

posted June 23, 2006 05:36 PM              

Node has done a great job of summing up the main points of the discussion. It is a natural flow that allows you to open up in safety about issues that concern you, and maybe to learn how astrology can help you with this process of opening up, let the past go, and grow and develop in the present.

Astrologically,

Tim

posted June 25, 2006 12:45 PM              

It's easy to get upset when people are unfair to us. In this case you had a clear case to be angry at Dr. Tsai, but you recognize that your anger towards him was spilling over into anger at everybody.

Perhaps, going forward, you could put your energy in trying to create a solution for the problem that is making you angry. In this case, your frustration at not being able to attend this conference and at the rude reception they gave you. Perhaps there are other conferences you could attend?

And remember next time to NOT volunteer any information. If they ASK you if you are a patient, then you have to tell them, otherwise, you don't have to give them any information at all. And, since Pluto also has to with "secrets" this should be very easy advice to take!

Plutonically,

Tim

posted June 25, 2006 08:45 PM            

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And remember next time to NOT volunteer any information. If they ASK you if you are a patient, then you have to tell them, otherwise, you don't have to give them any information at all. And, since Pluto also has to with "secrets" this should be very easy advice to take!

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posted June 26, 2006 11:55 AM              

Chiron is "where you are wounded and need to be healed". With Chiron focused in the 7th house (relationships), relationships are a source of wounding that needs work in order to heal and improve them. This you are already aware of, from the challenges you have had with the one-on-one encounters you have described. The good news is that, by working on healing these troubled relationships, you can also help others to heal their relationship issues. Chiron is the "wounded healer" so once the wound issue is identified and worked on, the person can become a "healer" in that area for others.

Woundedly healed,