Transits February 16 – 23 Mercury (in Dhanishtha) ~ Wealth & fame from a smart idea Mercury, planet of communication, enters the nakshatra of Dhanishtha across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius from February 16th to 23rd 2024. This nakshatra is famous for its association with music, as represented by Shiva’s flute, and its symbol The Drum shows percussion and rhythm. Dhanishtha’s Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Wealth and […] February 6, 2024January 30, 2024
Transits February 7 – 16 Mercury (in Shravana) ~ Listen as much as you speak Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from February 7th to 16th. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates to an oral tradition and spoken, spiritual knowledge. This asterism’s Shakti, or unique gift, for ‘Connection’, sees you reaching out […] January 30, 2024January 29, 2024
Transits February 23 – March 3 ~ Mercury (in Dhanishtha) ~ Wealth & fame from a smart idea Mercury, planet of communication, enters the nakshatra of Dhanishtha across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius on February 23rd until March 3rd 2023. Dhanishtha is famous for its association with music, represented by Shiva’s flute, and its symbol The Drum shows percussion and rhythm. You can use this signature for music and any activity which […] February 13, 2023February 3, 2023
Transits February 14 – 23 ~ Mercury (in Shravana) ~ Listen as much as you speak Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from February 14th to 23rd. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates to an oral tradition and spoken, spiritual knowledge. Mercury’s affinity with all these qualities makes this an excellent transit for a […] February 4, 2023January 24, 2023
Transits December 29 – January 18, 2023 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Capricorn/Sagittarius) ~ A second chance brings victory Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, turns retrograde in Capricorn-Uttara Ashada on December 29th, and then reverses into Sagittarius by New Year’s Eve 2022. Of three Mercury retrograde spells in a year this one is of medium duration, with the planet moving relatively quickly and avoiding the biggest retro delays and confusion. Still, it is […] December 19, 2022December 1, 2022
Transits March 01 – 10 ~ Mercury (in Dhanishtha) ~ Creative thinking makes wealth & fame Mercury, planet of communication, enters the nakshatra of Dhanishtha across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius March 1st until 10th. Dhanishtha is famous for its association with music, represented by Shiva’s flute, and its symbol The Drum shows percussion and rhythm. You can use this signature for music and any activity which needs a strong […] February 19, 2022February 9, 2022
Transits February 19 – March 01 ~ Mercury (in Shravana) ~ Sweet speech wins the argument Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from February 19th to March 1st. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates to an oral tradition and spoken, spiritual knowledge. Mercury has an affinity here and this is a good transit for […] February 9, 2022January 31, 2022
Transits January 22 – February 19 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Easy victory second-time around Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is retrograde in Uttara Ashada from January 22nd. It goes direct in motion on February 4th, though remains in Uttara altogether until February 19th, in the Capricorn portion of this nakshatra. Your plans and thinking go back to an earlier stage, or you find a new mental approach to […] January 12, 2022December 30, 2021
Transits January 14 – February 4 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Shravana) ~ Ambitions get a second chance Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, turns retrograde in Capricorn-Shravana on January 14th to February 4th 2022. This medium-length retrograde period of 21 days brings familiar delays and thwarted communication, plus the promise of creative rethinking and second opportunities. Shravana’s symbol is the Ear, and this nakshatra is associated with both oral knowledge traditions and […] January 4, 2022August 2, 2022
Transits January 5, 2022 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Shravana) ~ New intelligence from an old source Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is in Shravana within the sign of Capricorn from January 5th to 22nd, which includes Mercury’s retrograde arc starting January 14th. Shravana is an auspicious nakshatra associated with wisdom and learning, and its symbol, an Ear, relates to an oral tradition and spoken, spiritual knowledge. Choose your words carefully for […] December 28, 2021December 28, 2021
Happiness Predictions from Your Birth Chart (Kshema Tara) Discover Your Kshema Tara – The Hidden Path to Joy in Your Birth Chart Did you know that your Nakshatra (birth star) holds a hidden map to your happiness? In Vedic astrology, there’s something called the Kshema Tara – a set of three Nakshatras that hold the energy of comfort, peace, and emotional well-being for […] Written by Align27 June 9, 2025June 9, 2025
Your Planetary Conjunctions Reading In astrology, a conjunction happens when two or more planets are in the same sign in your birth chart. It means they’re sitting very close to each other, like roommates sharing the same room. This matters because when planets are conjunct, their energies combine, for better or worse. They don’t work separately, they blend, clash, […] Written by Align27 June 8, 2025June 6, 2025
July 13 – Nov 28 ~ Saturn retrograde (in Pisces) ~ Decide your big priorities Saturn, the planet of karma, boundaries, and success, is retrograde in Pisces from July 13th to November 28th, 2025, for Saturn’s annual five-month backwards phase, where themes of the year so far repeat and are built up for the long term. Saturn entered Pisces at the end of March 2025 and remains in this sign […] Written by Align27 June 16, 2025June 16, 2025
July 16 – Aug 21 ~ Jupiter, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ A philosophy of love Venus, the planet of love and art, is conjunct in Gemini with expansive, protective Jupiter from July 26th to August 21st, 2025. Jupiter and Venus are both soft and sweet-natured stars, but also happen to be planetary enemies which take some work to fully integrate. Venus is more comfortable in airy Gemini than Jupiter, and […] Written by Align27 June 13, 2025June 13, 2025
July 23 – Aug 13 ~ Mars (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Put your energy into a close partnership Mars, the warrior planet of energy and adventure, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from July 23rd to August 13th, 2025. Uttara is known for its laid-back and fun-loving style, symbolized by a Hammock, so that pushy, energetic Mars gives this transit a double-edged quality. You need […] Written by Align27 June 13, 2025June 13, 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