Transits May 3 – 10 ~ Venus, Mars Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Reach out and meet somebody new Venus, planet of art and attraction, comes together with Mars, planet of energy and drive, in Gemini, from May 3rd to 10th 2023. Venus in the nakshatra of Punarvasu, is at the opposite end of Gemini to Mars in Mrigashira, but the two share Mercury-ruled qualities of curiosity and friendliness, and a love of wit […] April 27, 2023April 27, 2023
Transits April 22 – May 16 ~ Mars (in Punarvasu) ~ Renewing your energy Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Punarvasu, spanning the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from April 22nd to May 16th. Punarvasu is associated with renewal and replenishment, where your emotional supplies are restocked after the psychic outpouring of Mars in Ardra. Having a goal to work towards gives you inspiration over and above […] April 12, 2023March 28, 2023
Transits March 27 – April 22 ~ Mars (in Ardra) ~ Step up your efforts Mars, planet of action and competition, is placed in Ardra nakshatra in the sign of zodiacal Gemini from March 27th to April 22nd 2023. Ardra is the deepest and most intense part of Gemini, in sharp contrast to this sign’s light, airy image, and you get into psychic research and tough emotionally-based decisions as you […] March 17, 2023February 28, 2023
Transits October 30 – November 13 ~ Mars Retrograde (in Gemini) ~ Make haste slowly Mars, planet of action and energy, is retrograde starting in Gemini from October 30th until November 13th, before retreating into Taurus until January 12th 2023. Of all planets, hard-charging Mars is possibly the least comfortable in backwards motion, and you spend twice as long to go half as far, and must consolidate your ground before […] October 20, 2022October 14, 2022
Transits May 16 – June 7 ~ Mars (in Punarvasu) ~ Taking aim at your goals Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Punarvasu, spanning the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from May 16th to June 7th 2021. Punarvasu is associated with renewal and replenishment, where your supplies are restocked after the emotional outpouring of the previous Ardra nakshatra. Having a goal to work towards gives you inspiration over and […] April 29, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits April 24 – May 17 ~ Mars (in Ardra) ~ Make the extra effort Mars, planet of action and competition, is placed in Ardra nakshatra in the sign of Gemini from April 24th to May 17th 2021. Ardra shows the deep and intense part of Gemini, in sharp contrast to its airy and bubbly image, and you get into psychic research, emotional decisions and cutting away spare elements from […] April 1, 2021July 18, 2022
Transits April 2 – 24 ~ Mars (in Mrigashira) ~ A chase for fulfilment Mars, planet of courage and assertiveness, is in Mrigashira from April 2nd to 24th 2021, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini – sitting between the heavens and the earth. Mrigashira’s symbol the Deer, is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, representing a chase driven by desire […] March 22, 2021November 6, 2021
Daily Colors of Navratri 2025 There are specific colours associated with each of the nine days of Navratri. You can honor the Goddess of the day by wearing something of this colour. To learn more about Navratri 2025, read our latest blog post – Your Navratri 2025 Spiritual & Cosmic Guide Colors based on your local city! Written by Align27 September 19, 2025September 20, 2025
Your Navratri 2025 Spiritual & Cosmic Guide Navratri, meaning ‘nine nights,’ is an important Hindu festival that honors Goddess Durga in her nine forms (the energy behind the creation, preservation, and destruction), symbolizing the victory of good over evil and is also a period of introspection and divine connection.. These nine nights are dedicated to deepening our inner journey, detoxifying the mind, […] Written by Align27 September 19, 2025September 20, 2025
Dec 16, 2025 – Jan 14, 2026 ~ Mars, Sun Conjunction (in Sagittarius) ~ Fight hard and fair The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together with dynamic Mars in Sagittarius from December 16th 2025, to January 14th 2026. These two planets remain close together through this whole transit, beginning in Mula, then moving through Purva and Uttara Ashadha, where Mars is overshadowed to some degree by the Sun’s bright glare. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 12 – 19 Sun (in Gandanta) ~ Courage to break in changes The Sun, star of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanda zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and Jyeshta and Mula on December 12th until 19th, 2025. This double junction area extending on either side of zodiacal fire and water signs and nakshatras brings a period of confusion where your plans have an unformed quality. You […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Dec 15 – 29 Sun (in Mula) ~ Break down barriers and express yourself The Sun, planet of self and creativity, enters Sagittarius-Mula on December 15th to 29th 2024, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and getting into the heart of the matter. Mula is symbolised by a Root, and is concerned with simplicity and has an ascetic quality where you follow a cause or desire for its own […] Written by Align27 October 7, 2025October 7, 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