Transits April 26 – May 8 ~ Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ Your romantic interest turns into a chase Venus, planet of love and values, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from April 26th to May 8th 2023. Mrigashira’s symbol, the mythical Deer, is depicted being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, and this transit sees you driven by desire and the thrill of the chase. […] April 16, 2023March 30, 2023
Transits February 24 – March 27 ~ Mars (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase your goal with energy Mars, planet of courage and assertiveness, is in Mrigashira from February 24th to March 27th 2023, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This transit is a repeat of Mars’s movement through Mrigashira from late September to early December last year (2022), and you may find issues from that time returning and being […] February 14, 2023February 3, 2023
Transits November 13 – January 12, 2023 ~ Mars Retrograde (in Taurus) ~ Slow and steady success Mars, planet of action and competition, is retrograde from Nov 13th 2022 to Jan 12th 2023 where it returns over the area it covered through September to mid-October 2022. Issues from the recent past resurface and challenge you to find a solution, as Mars’s altogether six-months in Taurus is several times longer than its usual […] November 3, 2022October 14, 2022
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 September 24 – December 4 ~ Mars (in Mrigashira) ~ Take time to reach your goal Mars, planet of courage and assertiveness, is in Mrigashira from Sep 24th – Dec 4th, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This extended stay in Mrigashira includes Mars’s retrograde motion starting October 31st, which carries an extra power to transform your life. Choose a course of action carefully and appreciate success may […] September 14, 2022August 24, 2022
Transits July 7 – 18 ~ Venus (in Mrigashira) ~ A restless romantic chase Venus, planet of relationship, is in Mrigashira, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini from July 7th to 18th 2022. In myth, Mrigashira’s symbol the Deer is depicted being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, and likewise you are driven by desire and the thrill of the chase. Even in this […] June 27, 2022June 10, 2022
Transits June 28 – July 5 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ Follow your knowledge quest Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Mrigashira from June 28th to July 5th 2022, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. The Taurus portion of Mrigashira, up to July 2nd, sees your mind fixed and focused, with a stubborn and possibly argumentative mentality that likes to stick to the facts. […] June 18, 2022May 31, 2022
Transits June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Shed light on your personal quest Sun, planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22rd 2022, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its mythical symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator, filled with desire and ambition. The Sun […] May 28, 2022May 17, 2022
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 June 10 ~ Solar Eclipse (in Taurus) ~ An intense moment leads to fulfilment June 10th sees a Solar Eclipse in Taurus-Mrigashira, which is the complementary event to the Lunar Eclipse of May 26th. This is an ‘annular’ eclipse, which leaves the edges of the Sun exposed by the Moon’s disk and creates a ‘Ring of Fire’ effect in the eclipse’s worldwide path of visibility. A Solar Eclipse is […] June 2, 2021November 5, 2021
Your Mars’s Nakshatra – Karmic Lessons + Hidden Strengths In Vedic astrology, Mars isn’t just about energy or ambition – it reveals where your inner fire can burn too hot, creating conflict, debts, anger issues, and relationship struggles. Your Mars’s Nakshatra Reading The Nakshatra (lunar mansion) Mars sits in when you’re born shapes: ✅ Where you face karmic tension or inner battles✅ How you handle […] Written by Align27 May 18, 2025May 16, 2025
The Hidden Connection Between Saturn, Rahu, and Pranayama In Vedic astrology, Saturn (Shani) and Rahu are known as Vayu planets, linked to the air element. According to the Hindu almanac (Panchang), Nakshatras themselves are connected to this air element and governed by Saturn. The energetic center aligned with this element is the Anahata chakra – the heart chakra which governs not only love and […] Written by Align27 May 16, 2025May 17, 2025
Rahu and Ketu Transit Predictions Rahu in Purva Bhadrapada Pada 3 ~ Making a rational transformation Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and rebellion, is in Purva Bhadrapada Pada (part) Three May 18th to July 20th, 2025, the nakshatra associated with burning and purging. Your Predictions Rahu also shifts into zodiacal Aquarius at this point, where it sits well in […] Written by Align27 May 13, 2025May 13, 2025
June 30 – July 23 ~ Mars (in Purva Phalguni) ~ A laid-back style hides your fire Mars, a planet of energy and drive, enters the nakshatra of Purva Phalguni, in the sign of Leo, from June 30th to July 23rd, bringing you a relaxed and spontaneous approach to your goals. Though you have a fiery ego tied up in achieving success, Purva makes you comfortable in your skin and content to […] Written by Align27 May 12, 2025May 12, 2025
June 28 – July 13 ~ Jupiter (in Ardra) ~ Keep your teaching under control Jupiter, the planet of travel and education, is in pada (part) two of Ardra between June 28th and July 13th, 2025, the nakshatra symbolized by a Teardrop. This is an intense and transformative part of the sign of Gemini, where your knowledge is hard-won and you venture into areas where other people may not feel […] Written by Align27 May 12, 2025May 12, 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