Transits March 1 – 8 Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Speaking both sides of the truth Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 1st to 8th 2024, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication take on a greater intensity through Purva Bhadrapada’s association with burning and a kind of purification. This nakshatra’s Shakti, or unique gift, for Inner Fire, sees […] March 2, 2024March 5, 2024
Transits February 23 – March 1 Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing power of thoughts Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabhishak from February 23rd to March 1st 2024, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius that translates to ‘a hundred medicines’ (or doctors). Shatabhishak’s Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing, and your mind turns now to wellness, in whatever form it takes for you, […] February 13, 2024January 31, 2024
Transits March 10 – 17 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Speaking a complex truth Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 10th to 17th, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication take on a greater intensity through Purva Bhadrapada’s association with burning and a kind of purification experience. This nakshatra’s Shakti, or unique gift, for Inner Fire, sees […] February 28, 2023February 23, 2023
Transits March 3 – 10 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing power of speech Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabhishak from March 3rd to 10th, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius that translates to ‘a hundred medicines’ (or doctors). Shatabhishak’s Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing, and your mind turns now to wellness, in whatever form it takes for you, where Mercury […] February 22, 2023February 16, 2023
Transits February 28 – March 16 ~ Mercury Combust (in Aquarius) ~ Take pride in a novel idea Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in close proximity to the Sun from in Aquarius between February 28th to March 16th 2023. This makes Mercury ‘combust’ or burnt up in the Sun’s rays, which symbolically has an effect on your decision-making and all-round state of mind. You may be overwhelmed by too much information, […] February 18, 2023February 3, 2023
Transits March 18 – 26 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Speaking a complex truth Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 18th, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication takes on a greater intensity, as Purva Bhadrapada has an association with burning and a kind of purification experience. This nakshatra’s Shakti, or unique gift, is for Inner Fire, […] March 8, 2022February 22, 2022
Transits March 10 – 18 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Use the healing power of words Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Shatabhishak from March 10th until 18th, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius. Shatabhishak translates to ‘a hundred medicines’ (or doctors) and its Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing. Your mind now turns to wellness or good health, in whatever form the issue takes […] February 28, 2022February 28, 2022
Transits March 16 – 26 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Use the healing power of words Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Shatabhishak from March 16th until 26th, the nakshatra contained entirely within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius. Shatabhishak translates to ‘a hundred medicines (or doctors)’ and its Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing. Your mind now turns to all these issues, in whatever form wellness or […] March 9, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 25 – April 4 ~ Mercury (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Light a fire with your communication Mercury, planet of speech and intelligence, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 25th to April 4th, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your thought and communication take on a different quality now, and Purva Bhadrapada has an association with burning or a kind of purge. Its Shakti, or unique gift, is […] March 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 5 – 22 ~ Mercury (Retrograde) ~ Get serious about your studies Mercury goes retrograde in the sign and nakshatra of Aquarius-Dhanishtha from January 30th, reversing back into Capricorn by February 5th, before turning direct on February 22nd. This transit is part of a large current focus on Capricorn, where by the New Moon on February 10th there will be six planets in all, including the long-term influence of Jupiter […] January 25, 2021November 6, 2021
Guru Purnima – Strengthen your Jupiter for Prosperity and Abundance Guru Purnima, coming up on Thursday 10 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. The planet Jupiter is named Guru in Sanskrit. It is the celestial teacher that allows […] Written by Align27 July 7, 2025July 7, 2025
The 3 Stars That Define You – Discover Your Janma Tara There’s a pattern that was already written the moment you were born. It lives quietly beneath your personality, your preferences – even your passions. We call it your Janma Tara. It’s a trio of stars that shape how your soul moves through life. Now, you can discover your full Janma Tara inside the Birth Chart […] Written by Align27 July 2, 2025July 2, 2025
Sep 13 – 20 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A relaxed meeting of minds Mercury, planet of thought and business, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni, spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 20th, 2025. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock shows the leisurely style you bring to thinking and communication, where you are concerned with being of service to others. This nakshatra’s rulership by […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Sep 13 – 27 ~ Sun (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Light shines on partnership The Sun, the central life-giving force, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 27th, 2025. Uttara’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘Prosperity through Partnership’, so you strike a balance between your own needs and giving enough appreciation to others. The Sun is a symbol of pride and […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Sep 12 – 17 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Prepare for a sudden change of heart Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo from September 12th to 17th, 2025. This ‘knot-end’ passage sees Venus move between elements and nakshatras, from water to fire and from Ashlesha to Magha, and the handover period sees an uncertain phase in your relationship and shared plans. Going […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 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