Transits August 22 – September 4 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Speaking the hidden truth Mercury, the planet of thought and intelligence, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 22nd to September 4th, 2024. This transit begins with Mercury retrograde up to September 29th, where the planet returns through the place it occupied in mid-July 2024. You may be reconciling a decision or looking into a possible purchase from that time, and […] July 18, 2024July 18, 2024
Articles Relationship, Career & Confidence Forecast Mars in Krittika Nakshatra (Aries and Taurus) – Get things done Mars, a planet of energy and assertiveness, is in Krittika, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aries and Taurus, between July 7th and 27th, 2024. There are two distinct portions to this nakshatra; first in fiery, assertive Aries where Mars is at home, […] July 9, 2024July 9, 2024
Transits July 9 – 19 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Speaking the hidden truth Mercury, the planet of intelligence, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 9th to 19th 2024, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with protectiveness and emotional insight. This transit combines rational thinking and native instinct, where your task is to separate your thoughts from your feelings. Ashlesha is ruled by the Naghas, the mythical snakes who acted as guardians […] May 31, 2024May 31, 2024
Transits July 22 – 27 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Prepare for an unexpected question Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from July 22nd to 27th 2023. This double-junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, and has a quality of instability and karmic intervention. It’s hard […] July 12, 2023June 27, 2023
Transits July 16 – 24 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Your ideas express more than words Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 16th to 24th 2023, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with protectiveness and emotional insight. This transit brings out your private side, along with a rather defensive streak which reflects this asterism’s rulers, The Naghas, the mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. Serpents are a […] July 6, 2023June 27, 2023
Transits July 30 – August 2 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ From intuition to affirmation Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from July 30th to August 2nd. This double-junction area which translates to a ‘knot-end’ stretches from the final pada of Cancer-Ashlesha through the first of Leo-Magha, and has a quality of instability and karmic intervention. It’s hard […] July 20, 2022June 29, 2022
Transits July 24 – 31 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Combine intellect and instinct Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from July 24th to 31st 2022, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. This transit brings out your private and protective streak, which reflects this asterism’s rulers, The Naghas, the shape-shifting mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. Serpents are a symbol of wisdom […] July 14, 2022June 29, 2022
Transits July Personalized Planetary Insights For You What does July have in store for you? See the transits that are happening in the sky in July and read personalized insights for each one based on your Vedic Moon sign in your birth chart (which we calculate for you in the align27 app). Jupiter in Uttara Bhadrapada Pada 4 – 1 July to 25 August […] June 30, 2022July 28, 2022
Transits August 2 – 9 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Uncover secret information Mercury, planet of intelligence is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 2nd to 9th 2021, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the deadly shape-shifting mythological snakes who acted as guardians of celestial treasure. This transit brings out your private and protective streak, where you have empathic instincts but […] July 3, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 10 – 17 ~ Mercury (in Ashlesha) ~ Success through intellect and intuition. Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 10th to 17th 2020, the ‘serpent nakshatra’ associated with hypnotism and emotional insight. Ashlesha gives you good emotional understanding but also knowledge of how the real-world works – serpents are symbols of wisdom and shrewdness, and you may encounter manoeuvring and manipulation from people […] August 9, 2020November 6, 2021
5-Days of Diwali, What To Do & When 🪔 Diwali, the festival of lights, which celebrates the ultimate triumph of light over dark, good over evil, is a five-day-long festival. Below we share special Diwali rituals, when to do them according to where you live, how to honor and celebrate the main and most important day with Lakshmi Puja and also why we do […] Written by Align27 October 28, 2024October 28, 2024
Are You Pitta, Kapha, or Vata based on your birth chart? The Ayurvedic Constitution, often referred to as “Prakriti” in Sanskrit refers to an individual’s unique physical, mental, and emotional makeup. Did you know that your birth chart can reveal the precise percentage of each Prakriti within you? Are you predominantly Pitta, Kapha, or Vata? My Vata, Pitta & Kapha Breakdown According to Ayurveda, each person […] Written by Align27 October 23, 2024October 23, 2024
December 24 – January 4, 2025 ~ Mercury (in Jyeshta) ~ Be the voice of experience Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, is in Jyeshtha from December 24th, 2024 to January 4th, 2025, the last nakshatra in zodiacal Scorpio. This transit follows from Mercury’s recent retrograde phase in Jyeshta through November and early December and may see issues from that time finally being resolved. Extra information comes to light and […] Written by Align27 November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
December 22 – January 3, 2025 ~ Venus (in Dhanishta) ~ A strong heartbeat Venus, the planet of love and values, is in Dhanishtha from December 22nd, 2024 to January 3rd, 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to goodwill and abundance, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Wealth and Fame’ contains the promise of entry into influential circles. You may […] Written by Align27 November 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Sun in Scorpio – Predictions and 4 Powerful Mantras From November 16th to December 15th, 2024, the Sun moves into Scorpio (Vrischika Rashi), beginning a powerful shift. After a challenging period in Libra, the Sun regains strength in Scorpio, a sign ruled by his friend Mars. This transit also lines up with Saturn finishing a long, 139-day retrograde period, making this Sankranti (transition from […] Written by Align27 November 14, 2024November 15, 2024
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