Sacred Alignment: Nodal Pathways to Wellness in 2025

Tiffany Harelik

As the lunar nodes shift into Pisces and Virgo in 2025, it is important to embrace mind-body-spirit wellness. Balancing the ethereal (Pisces) and the practical (Virgo) is key. Pisces, the mutable water sign, inspires release, surrender, and spiritual flow, while Virgo, the mutable earth sign, inspires routines, mindfulness, and care for the physical body. Together, they create a clear pathway to profound personal wellness and vitality showing us what to let go of, and what to embrace.

To leverage the energies of Pisces and Virgo, it is necessary to refine our wellness routines. Remember, the focus is on letting go of (South Node) analytical Virgo themes, and embracing (North Node) ethereal Pisces themes. That means this year we can embrace space for grace. It’s less about getting ‘it’ right, and more about being in flow and following our intuition.

Key dates

Three eclipses fall on the Virgo/Pisces pipeline this year. Considering that eclipse moments can be felt up to ninety days in advance, please use January and February to prepare for the March eclipses, and use August and October to prepare for the September eclipses. Additionally note when the nodes make hard aspects to natal planets. As the nodes square your natal Moon or Cancer positions, be aware of potential sensitivities, allergies or reactions.

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Balancing Grounded-Virgo with Pisces’ Flow

Our wellness can be defined by the daily choices we make, the information we allow into our minds, the thoughts we allow ourselves to think, and the food we put into our bodies physically and spiritually. Consider your definition of wellness as you work with the nodes in 2025.

Virgo rules the nervous system and digestion. Incorporating mindfulness exercises, making small dietary adjustments, and exploring routine acupressure practices support nervous system health. Pisces governs the feet and the lymphatic system. Dreamwork, spiritual baths, and fluid movement (like dance or swimming) enhance spiritual flow. Consider how emotional release can improve physical vitality as you’re designing wellness routines this year.

Recipes and Nutrition

Virgo rules pickiness - can we experiment with being less picky? Pisces rules moods - can we experiment with awareness around emotional eating?

Mercury rules Virgo and therefore diets and recipes. Mercury also rules the cephalic phase of digestion, which relies on smell and touch—which are key elements that enhance the overall eating experience. Mercury foods and flavors include: Carrots, Celery, Oats, Parsley, Wheat, grains, cereals, Dill, Fennel, Caraway, Lavender, and Lemongrass. Virgo rules bees and beekeeping. Perhaps there will be a resurgence in beekeeping as a hobby to also support a failing food system, or a spiked interest in raw, natural honey.

Pisces is co-ruled by Neptune and Jupiter. Jupiter rules nourishing fats, the liver, and plump fruits. Jupiter foods and flavors include: Asparagus, Beets, Bell peppers, Berries, Chestnuts, Currants, Endive, Fats, Figs, Fruits in general, Honey, Lemons, Limes, Liver, Strawberries, Mint, Sage, and Nutmeg. Neptune foods and flavors include: Coffee and Seafood. Pisces also rules the oil-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and F). Since Neptune rules spoiled/toxic, processed and contaminated food, with the South Node in Virgo—we need to be mindful of toxins in our food systems on land and in the sea. Neptune also rules drugs and alcohol. Perhaps new restrictions or limitations will be put in place around these things.

Below are some recipe ideas that pull inspiration from Virgo and Pisces.

Vibrant Waters

Bridge the Pisces-Virgo themes with some hydrating and cleansing detox water that supports digestion. Combine slices of cucumber, lemon, mint, and a little sea salt for mineral replenishment in a pitcher of water and drink throughout the day.

Nervous System-Soothing Golden Milk

• Ingredients: 1 cup plant-based milk, 1 tsp turmeric, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ginger, a pinch of black pepper, and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup.
• Instructions: Heat the milk gently, whisking in the spices. Sweeten to taste. Sip mindfully, letting the warmth calm your body.

Cooking ideas

Create a meal with gut-friendly foods like fermented vegetables, whole grains, and herbal teas. Notice how your digestion affects your emotional state and mental wellness. Consider adding the right gut microbiome supplements for your system.

Digestive Reset

Start your day with warm lemon water and a mindfulness moment, reflecting on how nourishing your body can support your emotional clarity. Virgo’s connection to digestion reminds us that physical care is spiritual care.

Gut-Healing Bowl

This nutrient-dense bowl supports Virgo’s connection to digestion and grounding routines.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (rich in magnesium for nervous system support)
• 1/2 cup steamed greens (spinach, kale, or Swiss chard)
• 1/4 cup fermented vegetables (like sauerkraut or kimchi)
• 1/4 avocado, sliced
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (for zinc and grounding energy)
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• Pinch of sea salt and black pepper

Instructions:

1. Assemble all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Drizzle with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Sit down to eat mindfully, focusing on each bite and its grounding, nourishing qualities.

Dreamy Lavender-Blueberry Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• 1/2 banana
• 1 tsp dried culinary lavender
• 1 cup coconut water
• and a handful of fresh spinach.

Instructions:

• Blend until smooth

This hydrating, calming drink supports relaxation and creativity.

Coconut-Almond Bliss Balls

These dreamy snacks are hydrating, nourishing, and perfect for enhancing creativity and emotional balance.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup raw honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional, for a hydration boost)
• 2-3 tbsp coconut oil (melted)

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend until the mixture comes together.
2. Roll into small balls and refrigerate for 1 hour.
3. Enjoy as a pre-dreamwork snack or during meditative moments.

Liver Detox

Since Jupiter co-rules Pisces - liver health will be a focus for many people this year. Working with the detox vibes of Virgo, some may want to consider a dandelion detox tea, or adding liver health supplements like milk thistle to their diets.

Medical astrology tip

A general guideline in medical astrology is that the vitamins a person may have difficulty metabolizing—and therefore need more of in their diet—are associated with the planet governing the sign opposite their Sun sign. For example, a person who’s Sun is in Virgo will note that their diet may benefit from Pisces-ruled foods and supplements. Furthermore, the absorption of Pisces-ruled nutrition is optimized when eaten at the same time as Virgo-ruled foods and supplements. In other words, you easily digest foods and nutrition ruled by your Sun sign, and those foods also support the absorption of the nutrients you need most (which are those ruled by the sign opposite your Sun).

Exercises and Home Spa Activities

Earthing and Nervous System Reset

• Spend ten minutes walking barefoot on grass or soil. Visualize roots growing from your feet into the earth, drawing up stabilizing energy to calm your nervous system.
• Pair this with slow, diaphragmatic breathing: inhale for four counts, hold for four counts, and exhale for eight counts.

Yoga for Body-Mind Connection

• Incorporate grounding poses like Mountain Pose and Tree Pose to strengthen focus and balance.

Foot Soak Meditation

• Add Epsom salts, essential oils, or dried flowers to warm water.
• While soaking your feet, focus on releasing tension and grounding into the earth.
• Use this time to visualize walking confidently toward your dreams.

Foot Reflexology to Support Emotional Release

• Sit in a comfortable position and focus on the arch of your feet, which corresponds to the solar plexus reflex point, known for helping release stored tension and emotions.
• Use your thumb to apply gentle, circular pressure to this area for 1-2 minutes on each foot. Breathe deeply and visualize tension dissolving with each exhale.
• For enhanced relaxation, press and massage the
• Arch of the Foot: Massage this area for stress and tension release.
• Base of the Big Toe: Apply gentle pressure to stimulate the pituitary gland, often called the "master gland," to support hormonal balance and emotional well-being.
• Heel Area: Press and massage this area to ground yourself and strengthen your connection to the earth.
• Tops of the Toes: This area is linked to the head and encourages mental clarity.
• Pair these practices with slow breathing, envisioning stress flowing out through your feet.This simple acupressure practice can be paired with a calming mantra, such as, "I embrace peace."

Yoga for Body-Mind Connection

• Toe Stretch: Sit comfortably and spread your toes wide, holding for 5 seconds. Then curl your toes inward, holding for another 5 seconds. Repeat this 10 times on each foot to improve circulation and stimulate the nervous system.
• Practice poses like Child’s Pose or Reclining Bound Angle Pose to encourage surrender and introspection.

Soul Support

Meditation: Guided Body Scan to Bridge Virgo and Pisces

• Lie down in a quiet space and perform a body scan, starting at your toes and working upward.
• Focus on releasing tension in each area, especially along the spine and shoulders.
• This practice soothes the nervous system and helps align Virgo’s meticulous energy with relaxation.

Dream-Digestion: Building the Bridge between Virgo and Pisces

• Keep a journal of evening meals and corresponding dreams.
• Notice if certain foods influence the clarity or tone of your dreams, reflecting Pisces’ spiritual energy and Virgo’s focus on digestion.

Mental Wellness and Vitality

Sensory Inventory

• Practice the "5-4-3-2-1" method.
• Identify 5 things you see, 4 you feel, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you taste.
• This practice centers your awareness in the present moment.

Journal Prompts

• What practical steps can I take to nurture my physical and mental health?
• What daily routine can I let go of, to create more space and flow?
• Where can I remove analysis paralysis?
• What have I been overthinking?
• Where can I stop perfectionistic tendencies?
• Before sleep, list three things you are grateful for and three tasks you’ll focus on tomorrow. This practice quiets mental chatter and organizes your thoughts, supporting restful sleep.
• Looking back, what was going on in your life when the North Node was in Virgo in 2016 and early 2017?

Journal Prompts

• What emotions, beliefs, or habits am I ready to surrender? (More on how to surrender)
• How can I invite more flow and trust into my spiritual journey?
• Where have I seen evidence of a Higher Power in my life today?
• What is evolving with my spiritual beliefs?
• What recurring themes in my dreams might reflect emotional patterns or hidden desires?
• Explore recurring dream symbols over time to uncover deeper patterns. (Resource: playlist on dreams)
• What hidden emotions or creative ideas have surfaced in my dreams?
• How can I use dream messages to guide my spiritual development?

In Closing

The apparent retrograde motion of the nodes reminds us that growth isn’t always linear. Embrace space for grace, and allow opportunities to revisit past choices, wellness routines, and spiritual practices. Virgo encourages incremental progress, while Pisces teaches that healing requires grace and surrender. Give yourself permission to adjust and realign without judgment during this year's prominent retrograde cycles.

The nodal shift into Pisces/Virgo invites us to view wellness as a dance between the physical and the metaphysical. By integrating these concepts into our daily lives, we create space for deeper connection with ourselves and our Higher Power. Let these exercises, recipes, and prompts guide you through the year, as you walk the sacred pathways of wellness illuminated by the lunar nodes.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional or your physician before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or health regimen. The author is not a doctor, and this content should not be used as a substitute for professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment.

Images

• Yoga room: Frames For Your Heart on Unsplash
• Lemon drink: congerdesign from Pixabay
• Stones: Photo by Deniz Altindas on Unsplash

Author: Tiffany Harelik

Tiffany Harelik, MA, RYT is a professional astrologer and spiritual development teacher based in Texas. As the founder and publisher of Spellbound, Tiffany has authored and produced several best-selling books that span from cooking to astrology, and yoga to beekeeping. She holds a Masters in Health Psychology and is a certified Master Teacher under Lisa Williams. Enjoy her Wise Skies digital astrology calendar or 40 Days of Spirit email product all year long. Connect with Tiffany on her youtube channel, podcast, retreats, or membership classes at tiffanyharelik.com.

Published in: The Evolving Astrologer, June 2025.
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