Articles 5 Ways to Connect with Nature to Improve Your Astrology In ancient cultures, nature was honored and celebrated. Historically our dwellings had earthen floors and were constructed from nature’s unprocessed raw materials. Without thinking about it, humans connected with the earth on a daily basis. But as our lives get busier, our screen-time longer, and we collectively find ourselves spending more and more time indoors, […] September 22, 2022September 22, 2022
Articles Sarva Pitru (Mahalaya) Amavasya 2022 – The Day Of The Ancestors Honor Your Ancestors on Sarva Pitru Amavasya Sarva Pitru Amavasya also known as Mahalaya Amavasya (Maha meaning large and laya meaning destruction), is the day that we honor our ancestors and perform rituals for them. It is a time dedicated for all departed souls and is the most important day of Pitru Paksha. Pitru Paksha’s […] September 21, 2022September 21, 2022
Articles Stripping Illusions and Balancing Karma – The Positive Effects of Sade Sati Leaking pipes, illness, family problems and financial losses are just a few of the misfortunes that have come to be associated with the much-feared astrological phase, Sade Sati. These two words have haunted Vedic astrology enthusiasts since time immemorial, and those who are about to embark on this 7.5 year life phase brace themselves for […] August 28, 2022August 30, 2022
Articles Keep it Tidy! – The Astrological Significance of Cleanliness “Tidy your room,” and “wash the dishes” are words we’ve heard since we were kids. And while there are obvious reasons for doing these things, such as keeping a pleasant atmosphere, avoiding potential build-up of bacteria and instilling a sense of responsibility, there are also astrological reasons behind the importance of keeping a clean home. […] August 24, 2022August 23, 2022
Articles The Royal Cabinet of Planets Understanding the Planets Personalities If the nine planets of Vedic astrology were people, what characteristics would they have and how would they behave? To understand the planets, it is helpful to see them as members of a Royal Cabinet. This way, we can understand their personalities and energies, the role that each plays and the […] August 20, 2022August 21, 2022
Articles Mantras To Help You Recharge Your Mental Battery When You Need It Days can be long and hectic. Whether it’s meeting after meeting at work, or juggling life’s responsibilities, at times the mental battery gets drained. So what do you do to recharge and get the boost you need? The answer lies within. Look to your inner resources – all you need for a boost is inside […] August 9, 2022August 9, 2022
Articles Ancient Reasons for our Day to Day Habits Have you noticed that there are certain habits we have – things we say or do almost subconsciously – without really understanding why we do them? How many times have you added “touch wood” to the end of a statement you made about something positive, and quickly reached for the nearest wooden surface, just in […] July 21, 2022July 15, 2022
Articles Rituals for Insomniacs – 8 tips for a Good Night’s Sleep Sleep is a super power. Whilst we may be unaware of it, there is a factory of biological and chemical processes going on in our body while we sleep – cells are rejuvenated, muscles repaired, hormones and proteins released and immunity-building chemicals circulated in the blood. In addition, old information is cleared out from the […] July 15, 2022July 4, 2022
Articles Celebrate Your Spiritual Evolution Guru Purnima 2022 Guru Purnima, coming up on 13th July, is a New Year for the spiritual seeker – a beautiful moment to reflect on our growth over the past year, and to feel grateful for all the knowledge we have received from the Masters and teachers before us. The planet Jupiter is named Guru […] July 11, 2022July 11, 2022
Articles The Astrology of Relationships – How to Maintain Harmony at Home Human beings are complex creatures, aren’t we? There are many layers to our personalities and behaviors. And, as if it wasn’t hard enough to know ourselves, getting to grips with a partner can be even more challenging. Why is it that some people are prone to falling in and out of love quickly, while others […] July 10, 2022July 4, 2022
Hanuman Jayanti Rituals to Ease Saturn’s Influence Hanuman Jayanti is a sacred day that celebrates the spiritual enlightenment of Lord Hanuman, the divine symbol of strength, devotion, and selfless service. It is observed on the full moon of the Vedic month of Chaitra. This year, Hanuman Jayanti falls on a Saturday (April 12th), making it an especially powerful and rare occasion. We […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2025April 11, 2025
Powerful Saturn Remedy on April 12 – Hanuman Chalisa Class This year, Hanuman Jayanti, the sacred day celebrating the birth of Lord Hanuman falls on a Saturday, creating an extraordinary spiritual alignment. Saturdays are ruled by Saturn (Shani), and Lord Hanuman is known for offering protection from Saturn’s intense influence. This makes Saturday, April 12 an extremely rare and powerful day to begin or deepen […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2025April 7, 2025
May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Indulge the finer things The Sun, the planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th, 2025. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and your pride and identity are most heavily invested in earthy, fertile activities that promise reward now and in the future. This nakshatra has […] Written by Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
May 21 – 28 ~ Mercury (in Krittika) ~ Cut to the heart of an idea Mercury, the planet of communication and commerce, is in the nakshatra of Krittika across the signs of Aries and Taurus from May 21st to 28th 2025. Krittika’s symbol of a Flame or a Razor is ruled by Agni, the Sacred Fire, and its energy gives you mental zest, passion and spontaneity. You put your plans […] Written by Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
May 18 – July 20 ~ Ketu (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A mystical education Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and spirituality, is in Pada (part) One of Uttara Phalguni from May 18th to July 20th, 2025. This transit sees Ketu move into zodiacal Leo where it adds a fiery quality to your desire for escape. Uttara pada one relates to Sagittarius navamsha, which integrates well with Ketu’s search […] Written by Align27 April 10, 2025April 10, 2025
Vedic Astrology based Rituals for Radiant Skin Skin is the largest organ in our body, and skin issues primarily occur with a flared-up pitta dosha. According to Vedic Astrology, the skin is ruled by the planet Mercury. When Mercury is afflicted by Mars, Sun, or Ketu (the planets connected to the fire element), we are more prone to skin-related problems as they […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2024June 6, 2024