Transits August 16 ~ Mercury (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Speak and share in style Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is in Leo-Purva Phalguni from August 16th, the nakshatra which translates to ‘the previous red one’. Purva’s symbol of a swinging hammock reveals its relaxed nature, more concerned with pure pleasure and affection than lordly and egocentric Magha which came before. You have definite opinions about big issues and like […] July 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 8 – 15 ~ Mercury (in Magha) ~ Make a bold mental leap Mercury, planet of media and commerce, enters the nakshatra of Magha in the sign of Leo on August 8th until 15th 2021. This nakshatra translates to ‘The Grand’ and its symbol is a royal throne-room, where your communication becomes confident and outgoing. You arrive at decisions by intuitive certainty, already sensing the answer to any […] July 12, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits August 7 – 10 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Thinking goes from intuition to affirmation Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is in the Gandanta zone between fire and water signs and nakshatras from August 7th to 10th. 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 interference. It’s hard to […] July 12, 2021November 5, 2021
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 July 26 – August 2 ~ Mercury (in Pushya) ~ Inspired thinking makes spiritual energy Mercury, planet of thought, enters the nakshatra of Pushya within the sign of Cancer on July 26th until August 2nd 2021. Pushya is highly auspicious for most life purposes, which gives you a generous mentality and the promise of peace, prosperity and the finest things in life. Your attention shifts to providing security, looking after […] June 22, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 20 – 27 ~ Mercury (in Punarvasu) ~ Fire your mental arrows Mercury, planet of communication, is in Punarvasu, across the signs of Gemini and Cancer, from July 20th until 27th. Punarvasu’s symbol is a Quiver of Arrows, which is associated with a long-distance vision, and Mercury sends your thought-arrows towards their target. The Quiver is symbolic of home and replenishment, so your mental focus is on […] June 15, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits July 12 – 20 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Share your thoughts and feelings Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is placed in Ardra nakshatra, in the sign of Gemini from July 12th to 20th. This period puts the emphasis on investigation and examining facts and diverse information, where you are emotionally invested, but detached and clinical when required. Mercury in its own sign gives you strength and clarity […] June 11, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits June 28 – July 12 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Follow a quest for information Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 28th to July 12th 2021, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This transit goes back over the ground of Mercury’s recent retrograde phase, so you may be reviving ideas or giving a final call on decisions made earlier in June. […] June 8, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits May 29 – June 22 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Mrigashira) ~ Turn back in search of truth Mercury, planet of the mind, goes retrograde in Gemini-Mrigashira on May 29th until June 22nd, the planet’s longest and slowest retrograde phase of 2021. There are classic experiences associated with this three-week window, where communication and commerce come into focus, and you have the opportunity to reassess your plans. This transit begins in Mercury’s home […] May 14, 2021August 2, 2022
Transits May 16 – June 16 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for knowledge Mercury, planet of the intellect and communication, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini, from May 16th altogether until June 16th. This transit includes Mercury’s retrograde arc starting May 29th, which puts a longer than usual focus on Mrigashira’s themes, and emphasizes the idea of a pursuit. This asterism’s symbol […] April 30, 2021November 5, 2021
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The 7 Big Retrogrades of 2026 While we might be ready to double-check our contracts and stay aware of what we say and do during Mercury Retrograde, Mercury isn’t the only planetary Retrograde to look out for in 2026. Retrogrades are a chance for us to slow down and reflect. They signify a time for us to renew, reassess and reimagine […] Written by Align27 December 30, 2025December 30, 2025
Mar 20 – Apr 6 ~ Mars (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Set light to the old Mars, planet of strength and competition, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 20th to April 6th 2026, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Purva’s symbol of the front side of a bed represents clearing and removing old obstacles, while its Shakti of ‘the power of spiritual fire’ represents a kind of […] Written by Align27 February 3, 2026February 3, 2026
Your Predictions – Sun in Dhanishtha & Triple Conjunction in Aquarius Sun in Dhanishtha – Feb 06 to Feb 19 The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishta from February 6th to 19th 2026, the nakshatra sitting across the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Your Sun Predictions This nakshatra’s name translates to Wealth and Benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create […] Written by Align27 February 3, 2026February 3, 2026
Mar 15 – 25 ~ Venus (in Revati) ~ Romantic light and shade Venus is in the nakshatra of Revati from March 15 to 25th, where the planet of love and art is at its most powerful. You have an irresistible romantic nature and a power of belief that is positively transformative, where your faith inspires a lover or friend and helps them become the person they truly […] Written by Align27 February 3, 2026February 3, 2026
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