Transits October 31 – November 11 ~ Venus (in Hasta) ~ Reach out to somebody close. Venus, planet of relating and luxuries, enters the nakshatra of Hasta in the sign of Virgo from October 31st to November 11th 2020. This nakshatra is symbolised by the Hand and is known for seizing and taking, and all activities associated with sleight of hand. Now is a good time for crafts and handiwork, […] October 27, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 30 – November 21 ~ Jupiter (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Revisiting an old victory. Jupiter-Guru, planet of belief and expansion, moves by direct motion into the first pada of Uttarashadha on October 30th until November 21st, the nakshatra portion it has been through twice already this year, in March and July. Business, intrigue and potential from both those times returns into your life, or else you find answers […] October 23, 2020November 6, 2021
Articles Your Navratri 2020 Spiritual & Cosmic Guide Navratri, translated means Nine-Nights and is a celebration of nine forms of the Goddess Durga (the energy behind the creation, preservation, and destruction). ‘Navratri’ officially marks the beginning of winter, determined according to the lunar calendar and is celebrated from the ‘pratipada’ (first day) of the bright fortnight (Shukla paksha) of the lunar month […] October 17, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 24 – November 16 ~ Mercury (in Swati) ~ Classy creative style. Mercury, planet of thought and business, is in the nakshatra Swati within Libra from October 24th altogether until November 16th. This period includes Mercury’s retrograde phase until November 3rd – a pivotal date for decision-making and awaiting the outcome of events. News and travel may be delayed until this point and business connected with […] October 15, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 23 – November 7 ~ Sun (in Swati) ~ Your life is your art. The Sun, planet of light and the self, is in the nakshatra of Swati from October 23rd to November 7th 2020. Libra is the Sun’s zodiac sign of debilitation, which may find you slightly indecisive, but an aspect from pushy, energetic Mars through this whole transit also lends you a bolder and more competitive […] October 15, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 20 – November 1 ~ Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Leisurely romantic fun. Venus, planet of art and relationships, is in Uttara Phalguni in the signs of Leo and Virgo from October 20th to November 1st. This nakshatra is similar in many ways to its predecessor, Purva Phalguni, though here Venus is concerned even more with partnerships and helping other people. Uttara’s symbol is a hammock once […] October 15, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 10 – 23 ~ Sun (in Chitra) ~ Work hard on your self-expression. Sun, planet of the self and spirituality, is in the nakshatra of Chitra, half in the sign of Virgo and half in zodiacal Libra from October 10th to 23rd. Chitra’s Shakti, or unique gift, is the ‘power to collect merit’, so you are invested in good works and business which produces a life-supporting effect. You […] October 14, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 9 – 20 ~ Venus (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Relaxed romantic fun. Venus, planet of relating, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’, from October 9th until 20th 2020. Purva is a more relaxed version of the previous Magha nakshatra and puts the emphasis on restfulness and pleasure. Its ruling deity is Aryaman, one of the Adityas, who has qualities of leadership and integrity, plus power […] October 14, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 14 – November 3 ~ Mercury (Retrograde) ~ A second chance to make a good impression. Mercury goes retrograde in Libra-Swati from October 14th, before reversing back into Chitra by October 27th and then turns direct on November 3rd. This is a medium-length retrograde period of 21 days, where Mercury’s movement remains steady, and as such it avoids the drawn-out frustration of the longest and slowest retrograde phases. There are […] October 12, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits October 4 – December 25 ~ Mars (Retrograde) ~ Work smart, not hard. Mars, planet of energy and competition, goes retrograde into Pisces-Revati on October 4th, altogether until December 25th 2020. Its retrograde phase stretches until November 14th, which for a naturally pushy and aggressive planet needs careful handling: most situations can wait if you see progress towards a goal, but you are easily frustrated now when […] October 5, 2020November 6, 2021