Transits June 29 – November 15 ~ Saturn Retrograde (in Aquarius) ~ Decide your big priorities Saturn, planet of karma, boundaries, and success, is retrograde in Aquarius from June 29th to November 15th 2024. This is Saturn’s annual five-month backwards phase where themes of the year so far repeat and are built up for the long term. To learn how this retrograde will affect you based on your own birth chart. […] May 17, 2024November 11, 2024
Transits April 1 – 25 Mercury Retrograde (in Aries) ~ A classic idea brought up to date Mercury, the planet of communication and commerce, is retrograde in Aries and Pisces from April 1st to 25th 2024, in its longest and slowest retrograde period of 2024. The contrast of Mercury’s slow motion against the drive of impulsive Aries-Ashwini up to April 9th highlights a basic tension in this transit, where you are in […] March 29, 2024April 1, 2024
Transits Predictions and Remedies – Mercury Retrograde in Aries/Pisces Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is retrograde in Aries and Pisces from April 1st to 25th 2024, in its longest and slowest retrograde period of 2024. The contrast of Mercury’s slow motion against the drive of impulsive Aries-Ashwini up to April 9th highlights a basic tension in this transit, where you are in a […] March 26, 2024March 26, 2024
Transits The 6 Big Retrogrades of 2024 Mercury retrograde usually makes the headlines, but many other planets go retrograde throughout the year and are as impactful as Mercury, they just don’t have the same PR ;). Retrogrades are common cosmic events that impact us all – they can cause confusion and revisions and a level headed person can suddenly change their ways […] December 27, 2023December 27, 2023
Transits December 13, 2023 – January 2, 2024 Mercury Retrograde ~ A voice out of the past Mercury, planet of thought, is retrograde in Sagittarius and Scorpio from December 13th 2023 to January 2nd 2024. This transit gives you the classic Mercury retro dynamic to take advantage of a past opportunity, where second thoughts prove best. You can jump aboard if you missed the boat in a situation before, and may even […] December 3, 2023November 23, 2023
Transits September 4 – December 31 Jupiter Retrograde (in Aries) ~ A sudden change of belief Jupiter, planet of knowledge and belief, is retrograde in Aries to September 4th to December 31st 2023. This transit sees Jupiter retracing its steps of the last several months and giving you a repeat challenge or opportunity from earlier in the year. Something that was offered to you may only now feel right to accept, […] August 24, 2023September 1, 2023
Transits August 23 – September 15 Mercury Retrograde (in Leo) ~ A flash of inspiration from the past Mercury, planet of thought and commerce, is retrograde in Leo between August 23rd and September 15th 2023. This is a medium-length Mercury retro period, where your ideas and communication have a reset, and you may expect delays or confusion in reaching an agreement. You have a confident, even rather theatrical style of speech, but going […] August 13, 2023August 18, 2023
Transits Powerful Remedies for Retrograde Planets 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 for the rest of this year. A chance for us to slow down and reflect, Retrogrades signify a time for us to renew, reassess […] July 26, 2023July 26, 2023
Articles The A – Z of Vedic Astrology Whether it is Gandanta, Badaka, Karakas or Vargas, astrological vocabulary can be challenging to get your head around, especially when you are just starting out on your journey with Vedic Astrology. So, we’ve put together a simple A-Z of Vedic Astrology that you can refer to when you need to know your Aspects from your […] May 24, 2023May 25, 2023
Transits April 21 – May 15 ~ Mercury Retrograde (in Aries) ~ Carried away with new ideas Mercury, planet of communication and commerce, is retrograde in Aries from April 21st to May 15th, in its longest and slowest retrograde period of 2023. The contrast of Mercury’s slow motion against the drive of impulsive Aries highlights a basic tension in this transit, where you are in a hurry to find answers but also […] April 11, 2023March 28, 2023
Born with a Retrograde Planet? Here’s What It Reveals A retrograde planet reveals unfinished karmic work from a past life-something you are here to revisit, resolve, or approach differently. It creates an intense focus on that planet’s area of life, bringing delays, inner struggles, repetition, and powerful desires. You may feel like you’re going through the same lessons over and over, but with each […] Written by Align27 July 28, 2025July 28, 2025
Ādi Amāvásya: A Day to Honor Your Ancestors Thursday, July 24 (starts 2:30 AM IST on July 24 and ends at 12:42 AM IST on July 25) is Ādi Amāvāsyā, a deeply significant day to honor our ancestors, release past karmas, and reset our spiritual compass. Occurring in the Tamil month of Ādi and during the Sun’s southward journey (Dakshinayana), this New Moon is especially […] Written by Align27 July 22, 2025July 22, 2025
Oct 9 – 17 ~ Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Virgo) ~ Asking a romantic question The light-giving Sun and Venus, planet of relationships, come together in Virgo from October 9th to 17th, 2025. These two planetary enemies have a subtle effect on each other, while remaining far enough apart in Virgo to operate independently in their own styles. Venus’s aura of charm and diplomacy is not burnt up in the […] Written by Align27 August 7, 2025August 7, 2025
Sep 15 – Oct 2 Mercury Exaltation (in Virgo) ~ A touch of genius Mercury, planet of thought and speech, is exalted in Virgo from September 15th to October 2nd, 2025. Virgo is Mercury’s sign, which gives you extra intelligence and analytical ability, as well as practical earthy skills that you can apply in the real world. You can express yourself smartly and know exactly what to say in […] Written by Align27 August 6, 2025August 6, 2025
Oct 6 – 17 Venus (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Balance fun with business Venus, planet of art and relationships, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from October 6th to 17th, 2025. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock speaks to this nakshatra’s easy-going nature, where relating on a heart level balances any tendency to overthink a relationship. You enjoy helping people, being in company, and […] Written by Align27 August 6, 2025August 6, 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