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
Transits This Week’s Solar Eclipse & Mercury Retrograde Solar Eclipse (in Ashwini) ~ Hold back on an impulse The Solar Eclipse of April 20th sees the Sun and Moon joining with shadow planet Rahu in Aries-Ashwini. This is a New Moon eclipse which represents a new beginning after the end of a cycle of activity, and the switch from old to new may […] April 10, 2023April 10, 2023
Hidden Mind Patterns – Revealed Through Your Birth Chart We’ve added something powerful inside your Birth Chart on align27. Introducing Hidden Mind Patterns – a new way to understand the invisible forces shaping your mind, thoughts, and inner life. Hidden Mind Patterns In Vedic Astrology, the Lagna (Ascendant) is where the body is born. It shows your vitality, health, and physical presence. But the […] Written by Align27 April 29, 2025May 2, 2025
This Is How the World Sees You – According to Your Birth Chart ✨ Introducing: How the World Sees You – Based on Your Birth Chart What if the way you see yourself… isn’t the way the world sees you? We just launched a brand-new insight inside your align27 birth chart – it’s called “How the World Sees You” and it’s based on a powerful Vedic concept known […] Written by Align27 April 25, 2025April 30, 2025
June 9 – 16 ~ Mercury (in Ardra) ~ Put contradictions into words Mercury, the planet of thought and speech, enters Ardra nakshatra, in the sign of Gemini from June 9th to 16th 2025. Ardra’s symbol of a Teardrop gives your thoughts a quality of light and shade, and a more emotional style of expression than is usual for airy, witty Gemini. Mercury is strong and analytical in […] Written by Align27 May 9, 2025May 9, 2025
June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Chase the big prize Sun, the planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd 2025, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. Mrigashira’s name means ‘to hunt’ and its symbol is the Deer or Stag, which is depicted in myth being pursued across the skies by Brahma the Creator. The Sun is […] Written by Align27 May 9, 2025May 9, 2025
June 7 – Aug 18 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Show serious intelligence Saturn, the planet of karma and boundaries, is in Pada Two of the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra Uttara Bhadrapada from June 7th to August 18th. Uttara’s name translates to ‘beautiful left foot’, and its influence brings you an intelligent and questioning quality, with a focus on the finer things in life. Saturn gives you a […] Written by Align27 May 9, 2025May 9, 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