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
Articles Clear your Karma Bank – 3 Tips for Skillful Giving Giving time to someone who needs a listening ear. Offering to babysit a friend’s kids so they get an evening off. Praising a coworker in front of the team. Giving a warm smile to the shopkeeper. Little acts of kindness go a long way. Research has shown that helping others stimulates the part of our […] July 4, 2022August 5, 2025
Articles Planetary Combustions – What to do when the Heat Rises We couldn’t live without the Sun. The bright burning star at the center of our Solar System is the energetic force that sustains life on our planet. In Vedic astrology, the Sun is considered one of the nine planets, and is the largest, brightest and most dominant planet of all. When the other planets maintain […] July 2, 2022July 1, 2022
Your 9th Lord’s Nakshatra Reading We’ve added a new chapter to House Lords in Nakshatras inside your Birth Chart. The 9th Lord speaks about fortune, prosperity, dharma, your relationship with father and teachers, long journeys, higher learning and spiritual grace. The Nakshatra of your 9th Lord shows the unique way you receive guidance, attract opportunities, and grow in wisdom. Your […] Written by Align27 November 6, 2025November 6, 2025
Rituals to Strengthen Your Soul Planet In Vedic astrology, the Ātma Karaka, or the Soul Planet is the planet with the highest degree in your birth chart, acting as a cosmic guide shaping your life’s journey. Symbolically, the Soul Planet is the king of your birth chart, offering profound insights into your soul’s purpose and the lessons it seeks in this […] Written by Align27 November 2, 2025November 3, 2025
Dec 29, 2025 – Jan 11, 2026 ~ Sun (in Purva Ashadha) ~ React smartly and remain undefeated Sun is in Purva Ashadha from December 29th to January 11th 2025, the nakshatra which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva’s energy gives a feeling of and desire for invincibility despite frequent challenges and battles, and its Shakti or unique power, for invigoration and renewal, is perfect for intention-setting at the new year. The Sun represents […] Written by Align27 November 25, 2025November 25, 2025
Dec 26, 2025 – Feb 09, 2026 ~ Mercury Combust (in Scorpio) ~ Get an issue out in the open Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, comes close to the Sun between December 26th to February 9th, where it moves from Scorpio to Aquarius and is ‘combust’ or burnt up in the solar rays. This phase affects your decision-making and state of mind, as you may be overwhelmed by too much information or a large […] Written by Align27 November 25, 2025November 25, 2025
Your Predictions – Mars, Venus Conjunction in Scorpio Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Scorpio from November 26th to December 7th, 2025. Your Predictions This transit sees a classic pairing between two planetary enemies and opposing forces, where you put energy into a relationship, and find a middle way between action and attraction. Venus […] Written by Align27 November 24, 2025November 24, 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