Many people with a Cancer North Node have lived past lives in highly structured religious environments, such as monasteries or convents. They were often removed from normal family life and missed out on learning how to handle family dynamics, moods, and natural human desires.
In those past lives, they learned to suppress their feelings, instincts, and physical pleasures. They focused on discipline and abstinence and were often rewarded for denying their human needs. As a result, they may now struggle with forming close, natural relationships and might build walls around themselves. More: Tarot Card Reading: Key insights and methods
Subtlety is one of the chief qualities of Cancer.
Liz Greene
These individuals tend to delay enjoying life’s pleasures, often leading to a permanent denial of them. They have a strong, ongoing goal that they prioritize above everything else, often feeling a sense of righteousness about this goal. This endless pursuit of spiritual heights can make them neglect personal relationships, fun, and living fully.
Cancer North Node people have been conditioned to ignore their emotions to stay focused on their higher purpose. However, their hearts crave connection and a sense of family with loved ones. They may feel awkward about opening up emotionally due to their past training, leading to difficulties in forming close bonds and showing sensitivity. In this life, embracing their emotions and building relationships is essential for their soul’s growth. More: Discover your true path with North Node
Key qualities to cultivate
Recognizing and acknowledging feelings: Pay attention to your emotions and validate them.
Empathy: Practice understanding and sharing the feelings of others.
Nurturing and support: Be there for others, offering care and encouragement.
Establishing personal security: Work on building a stable and secure foundation for yourself.
Openly sharing feelings and vulnerabilities: Be honest about your emotions and insecurities.
Humility: Approach situations and people with modesty and openness.
Accepting others’ flaws and mood swings: Embrace people’s imperfections without judging them.
Staying centered in your emotions: Maintain a strong connection to your feelings.
Things you need to get rid of
Control issues: Resist the urge to control everything and everyone around you.
Rushing to take charge: Avoid stepping in to lead without fully understanding the situation.
Over-focusing on goals: Don’t ignore the process; enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
Overburdening responsibility: Let go of the feeling that you are responsible for everything.
Hiding emotions in close relationships: Be open about your feelings and fears with those close to you.
Seeking approval: Stop doing things just to gain respect or admiration from others.
Neglecting your own needs: Don’t ignore your feelings while taking care of others.
Conforming to social norms: Prioritize being honest over simply being socially acceptable.
Believing in the value of struggle: Understand that things don’t have to be difficult to be meaningful or important.
Key challenge for Cancer North Node people: Letting go of control
Cancer North Node individuals need to be cautious about their desire for control. They often think, “If I can get others to sort out their lives, then I can finally relax and be open.” However, they can never control situations or people enough to feel truly safe being themselves. When they try to take over others’ responsibilities without being asked, they overstep their bounds. More: North node Leo, what you want and what you should avoid
Another pitfall to avoid is seeking constant recognition. They might think, “If others appreciate my efforts, I’ll start feeling good about myself.” But this need for acknowledgment is endless. No amount of praise will ever be enough. True fulfillment comes when they recognize the value of their contributions, especially through nurturing and supporting others.
Ultimately, they will never feel safe to be vulnerable if they are constantly seeking authority. To truly connect with others, they must take the risk of revealing their true selves, including their insecurities, fears, and feelings of inadequacy. Ironically, being open and honest about their emotions can bring them the safety they seek, as it shows they have taken control of their self-awareness and growth. More: North Node calculator: Find your sign
Finding true control: The path for Cancer North Node people
Cancer North Node individuals often crave complete control over every aspect of their lives. They want to believe they have the power to succeed. To achieve this, they need to stay in touch with their feelings and insecurities and be honest about themselves with others.
By accepting their insecurities, they can build a solid foundation for achieving success. When they stop hiding or suppressing their emotions, they find inner peace and confidence that helps them reach their goals. This self-awareness also allows them to better understand and support others. When they are attuned to and supportive of those around them, they receive the support they need in return, helping them along their path. More: North node Scorpio, what you want and what you should avoid
Source: Astrology for the Soul, Jan Spiller
