Articles Enlightened by the Lunar Glow: The Spiritual Significance of Buddha’s Full Moon On 5th May, the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima will be celebrated as the Full Moon day marking the birth, enlightenment and passing of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as Gautama Buddha. As an enlightened sage, monk and founder of Buddhism, Lord Buddha’s teachings have inspired millions to lead lives filled with wisdom, compassion […] May 4, 2023May 4, 2023
Articles The Three Celestial musketeers – the Moon, the Sun and Your Ascendant These three celestial musketeers – the Moon, the Sun, and the Ascendant – form the dynamic trio that holds the key to unlocking the secrets of your birth chart. Known as the “big three,” they’re the powerhouses of your cosmic makeup, influencing everything from your personality traits, your deepest desires and life’s purpose. So what […] April 26, 2023October 11, 2024
Articles Finding Your Zen in the Storm: 10 Tips for Mercury Retrograde Harmony Mercury Retrograde (April 21st to May 15th, 2023) can definitely have its challenges, but it’s important to remember that it’s also an opportunity for growth and reflection. Mercury rules the intellect, discrimination, communication, language, learning, youth, friends, and recreation. When retrograde it disrupts the flow of Mercury’s normal energy, which affects the house that Mercury […] April 20, 2023April 20, 2023
Articles Can Your Birth Chart Hold the Key to the Best Sleep of Your Life? Explore Personalized Sleep Rituals! Tired of tossing and turning at night? Do you wish you could find the secret to getting a good night’s sleep? Look no further than your birth chart! Vedic astrology teaches us that the placement of the Moon can reveal a lot about our sleeping habits and mental patterns. By understanding the Moon’s influence […] April 14, 2023March 25, 2024
Articles 5 Ways to Self-Care Every Day With our day’s filled with marking off our to-do’s and chasing our tails – life can be overwhelming! We know about self-care – taking time out to prioritize ourselves with long bubble baths, relaxation sessions, luxurious face masks – but did you know there are daily self-care steps you can take based on ancient wisdom? […] April 10, 2023April 10, 2023
Articles Ram Navami – Birth of the Inner Light Ram Navami, coming up on 30th March, is Lord Rama’s birthday – the day that Lord Vishnu, the Preserver, incarnated as his 7th form. Rama’s story is one of ultimate sacrifice, as it is said that he absorbed all the world’s suffering. He teaches us to persevere on the path of truth and love, […] March 27, 2023March 26, 2023
Articles Bad Vibes? How to Clear Negative Energy Attached To You On a day to day level, have you noticed how the energy drops through conversations based on complaining or gossiping about others? Or the way you feel it when someone has negative thoughts or energy towards you, which becomes evident through their behavior, words or body language? Just as we spring-clean our home and put […] March 25, 2023June 27, 2024
Articles Beat Anxiety and Restlessness with Vedic Astrology The heart beats faster, the body trembles, nervousness and tension take over and the mind races, worrying about every possible outcome. We all have, to some degree, experienced anxiety and restlessness. For some, it can be as simple as pre-interview or exam nerves, whereas for others the fear and anxiety can turn to uncontrollable worry […] March 19, 2023March 20, 2023
Articles Chaitra Navratri – 9 Days of Turning Inwards Chaitra Navratri is coming up between 22nd and 30th March 2023, and is a time for self-reflection, purification, and spiritual growth. “Chaitra means the beginning of a New Year. So the New Year begins with nine days of turning inwards; prayer, meditation, and chanting. Recognizing the Divinity in the whole creation, and enlivening that aspect.” – […] March 18, 2023October 13, 2023
Articles Understanding Lord Ganesha – Giver of Wisdom and Remover of Obstacles Images of the good natured, big-bellied, elephant-headed deity can be found in shops, houses, cars and offices worldover, proving that Lord Ganesha is much loved by many. He holds great astrological importance, as the ruling deity for the planet Ketu, and with every nakshatra (lunar mansion) associated with one of his forms. Known as a […] March 7, 2023March 7, 2023
Holi – The Colorful Victory of Light over Darkness Spring’s arrival will be welcomed on 2nd-3rd March with the much-loved festival of colors, Holi. Holi festival lasts for a night and a day, starting on the evening of the Purnima (Full Moon) which falls in the Vedic month of Phalguna. The first evening is known as ‘Holika Dahan’ or ‘Chhoti Holi’ and the following […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 4, 2026
Ashtalakshmi: Activate Life’s Eight Wealths The festival of Lakshmi Panchami is coming up on March 22/23, and as we honor the Goddess of Wealth we are offered the ideal opportunity to reflect on and feel grateful for the many different forms of wealth we have in our lives. Material wealth is needed for us to live in today’s world and […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 2, 2026
May 6 – 13 ~ Mercury (in Bharani) ~ Sharing your brain-child Mercury, planet of intellect and communication, is in Bharani, in the zodiacal sign of Aries, from May 6th to 13th 2026. Bharani’s name means ‘she who bears’, its symbol is a Vulva, and its meaning is bound up with giving birth, either as in bearing children or delivering a plan or creative idea. It takes […] Written by Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
May 1 – 26 ~ Mercury Combust (in Aries) ~ A genius idea is tested Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is combust by the all-powerful Sun, first in Aries and then in Taurus from May 1st to 26th 2026. As it moves towards the Sun’s burning light, Mercury becomes invisible in the sky and increasingly underpowered in the horoscope. When these two planets are at their closest, combustion is […] Written by Align27 March 26, 2026March 26, 2026
Your Predictions – Venus in Gandanta + Ashwini Venus in Gandanta – Mar 23 to Mar 28 Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini between March 23rd and 28th, 2026. Venus in Gandanta Predictions This is the Gandanta ‘knot-end’ between water and fire signs, as well as nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that makes this area volatile and […] Written by Align27 March 22, 2026March 24, 2026
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