Transits April 8 – 14 ~ Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Find an instant answer Mercury, planet of communication and intellect, enters Ashwini in the sign of Aries on April 8th 2022. Ashwini stands for courage and energy, and its symbol of the Horse shows speed and power, while its Shakti, or special power, is for Quick Action. After a period of uncertainty ends, you rush to get on with […] March 30, 2022March 21, 2022
Transits April 16 – 23 ~ Mercury (in Ashwini) ~ Turn thought into action Mercury, planet of communication and intellect, enters Ashwini in the sign of Aries on April 16th to 23rd 2021. Ashwini stands for courage and energy, and its symbol of the Horse shows speed and power, while its Shakti, or special power, is for Quick Action. A period of uncertainty ends and you rush to get […] April 5, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 13 – 26 ~ Sun (in Ashwini) ~ A bold new start The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, enters Aries-Ashwini on April 13th until 26th, the sign and nakshatra which are both associated with speed and courage. This moment is ‘Mesha Sankranti’, the Sun’s entry into the first zodiacal sign, where it is also strongest and most honoured, and your energy and charisma step up another […] March 29, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits April 10 – 20 ~ Venus (in Ashwini) ~ Make the first romantic move Venus, planet of love and art, is in Aries-Ashwini from April 10th to 20th, the first nakshatra in the first zodiacal sign. Ashwini is associated with speed and courage, and its Shakti or special power is for Quick Action, so this transit may see you rush into a relationship, or a partner trying to force […] March 29, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits April 7 – 12 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Romantic fire and water Venus, planet of love and art, moves from Pisces-Revati to Aries-Ashwini from April 7th and 12th. This is the Gandanta zone between water and fire signs and also nakshatras, a double junction or ‘sandhi’ that brings a knot or romantic issue to unravel. Venus goes from its highest exaltation on April 8th into fierier and […] March 24, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits December 24 – January 22 ~ Mars (in Ashwini) ~ Do it now Mars, planet of action and competition, enters Ashwini in the sign of Aries on December 24th until January 22nd. This nakshatra is on Mars’s powerful home territory and a perfect time if you need to make a sudden call or throw energy into a project to get the ball rolling. The Aries section of your […] December 21, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits December 15 – January 1 ~ Mars (Gandanta) ~ Going from subtle to strong Mars, planet of energy and action, moves into the Gandanta zone between Pisces and Aries, and the nakshatras of Revati and Ashwini on December 15th to January 1st. This period sees Mars move back into its home sign of Aries and Ashwini nakshatra, where it has been already in August and September of 2020. The […] December 8, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits September 9 ~ Mars (Retrograde) ~ Pace yourself and work smart. Mars, planet of drive and competition, goes retrograde on September 9th, starting in its own sign of Aries and in the nakshatra of Ashwini. Of all planets, Mars is best suited to forward movement, so special measures may be needed to handle this transit and to avoid potential pitfalls. Patience and forethought don’t come […] September 8, 2020November 6, 2021
Secrets of Your Venus Nakshatra 💫 Your Venus Nakshatra Reading is Now Live! Decode your unique signature of love, relationships, beauty, and attraction. In Vedic astrology, Venus is the planet of love, beauty, relationships, pleasure, and creative expression. But where it’s placed based on the Nakshatra (lunar mansion) adds a whole new layer of meaning. Are you magnetic like Rohini? Emotionally intense […] Written by Align27 May 23, 2025May 23, 2025
Sri Lagna – Where Prosperity Resides in Your Birth Chart In Vedic astrology, the Sri Lagna is a special ascendant that reveals your unique connection with Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of wealth, abundance, beauty, comfort, and grace. It reveals how and where prosperity manifests in your life. Your Sri Lagna Reading Why the Sri Lagna Matters Sri Lagna shows us more than just money-it reflects […] Written by Align27 May 21, 2025May 15, 2025
July 8 – 20 ~ Venus (in Rohini) ~ Love flows and grows Venus, a planet of love and art, enters Rohini in the sign of Taurus from July 8th to 20th 2025, where Rohini’s qualities of beauty, charm and aesthetics make a perfect setting. Both planet and nakshatra share links to agriculture and fertility, with Rohini’s Shakti ‘To Grow’ being a classically feminine energy where you expand […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2025May 27, 2025
July 7 – 29 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Speaking the hidden truth Mercury, the planet of thought and intelligence, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 7th to Jul 29th, 2025. Ashlesha is ruled by the Naghas, the mythical snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure, and this ‘serpent nakshatra’ shows your protectiveness and worldly wisdom. Your thoughts are wrapped up with intuition and emotional insight, and your […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2025May 27, 2025
July 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your inner light The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th to 20th, crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. This nakshatra’s symbol of a Quiver of Arrows shows an adventurous flight of thought and imagination, where adventure comes to find you on a mental and spiritual level. Punarvasu is ruled by Aditi, the Divine Mother, who […] Written by Align27 May 27, 2025May 27, 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