Articles 5 Things That Will Make You Happier Today We live in a complicated world, and there are definitely times when all of us need a little pick-me-up. Though they often go unnoticed, it’s the little things in which we discover life’s beauty – the giggle of a baby, a glimpse of a heart-shaped cloud, that sweet first bite of dessert, or the loving […] March 24, 2022March 24, 2022
Articles A Playful Celebration of Colors – Holi Festival 18th March brings us not one, but two things to celebrate! Not only can we connect with the wealth-giving energies of Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth during Lakshmi Jayanti we also have the chance to celebrate the symbolic victory of light over darkness and good over evil in a festival of love and colors. That’s […] March 17, 2022March 17, 2022
Articles Understand the Cycles of Your Life: Your Personalized Transit Summary In the transits section of the align27 app, we have created a Personalized Transit Summary which shows you a personalized overview of the upcoming long and short transits that specifically relate to you and your birth chart. Whilst the main transit section provides general transit information for everyone, your personalized transit summary is put together […] March 11, 2022March 11, 2022
Articles Tapasya: Bring Strength by Embracing Life’s Opposites If hearing the word ‘Tapasya’ brings to mind images of people fasting for days on end, walking through fire, standing on one leg for months, or subjecting themselves to other forms of self torture in order to reach self realization then please be assured, although you may not be alone in this understanding, it is […] February 18, 2022February 18, 2022
Articles Clear Astrological Skies: Time to Take Action! Can you believe it? The astrological skies are clear! Yes that’s right, the latest series of retrogrades is behind us, and for the first time in almost a year, all the planets in our solar system will be direct in the sky. This makes this current period, up until 10th May 2022, the ideal time […] February 10, 2022February 10, 2022
Articles Mars and Venus in a Planetary War We have Mars and Venus traveling together, side by side, for the next three months – but they’re not exactly the best travel companions – and that’s going to make the journey a little bumpy along the way, not only for them, but for us too. When two planets are conjoined within one degree of […] February 8, 2022February 8, 2022
Articles Mauni Amavasya – 10 Rituals for the day of silence. On February 1st 2022 a unique Hindu tradition is celebrated called “Mauni” or “Mauna Amavasya”. It usually falls on the fifteenth day during the dark fortnight in the month of January/February and is observed on the no-Moon day, known as Amavasya. It is also known as Magha Amavasya as it is usually observed during the […] January 28, 2022January 28, 2022
Articles Rituals For Each Day of the Week: Invoke the Day’s Divine Qualities Our universe is full of connections. Have you noticed that the different days of the week each carry their own particular energy? Each Dina (vedic day) in vedic astrology is ruled by a different planet. The energy of a particular day is similar to the energy of its ruling planet. Each of the seven days […] January 18, 2022January 25, 2022
Articles The 7 Retrogrades of 2022 Mercury retrograde usually makes the headlines, but many other planets go retrograde throughout the year and are as impactful as Mercury, they just don’t have the same PR ;). Retrogrades are common cosmic events that impact us all – they can cause confusion and revisions and a level headed person can suddenly change their ways […] January 13, 2022January 13, 2022
Articles How to Conduct a Personal Puja at Home From the delicate and intricate blossoming of a flower to the movement of the planets around the Sun, the universe is full of miracles and wonders. And behind it all is the unseen hand, a higher power that is taking care of us and providing us with all we need in life. When we contemplate […] January 11, 2022January 11, 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