Transits May 23 – October 11 ~ Saturn retrograde in Capricorn ~ What comes slow, comes strong Saturn, planet of karma and success, goes retrograde in Capricorn-Shravana on May 23rd, all the way until October 11th. This is the planet’s annual five-month backwards phase where its themes of the last year repeat and are ground in for the long term. Saturn is at home in Capricorn and also goes through the centre […] May 7, 2021November 5, 2021
Transits March 25 – july 24 ~ Saturn (in Shravana) ~ Think positively and plan ahead Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in the third pada of Shravana in the zodiacal sign of Capricorn from March 25th until July 24th 2021. Pada three of this nakshatra is ruled by Gemini navamsha – the underlying chart governing relationships and the subtle body – which here has an especially airy and intellectual tone. The combination […] March 4, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 20 – March 25 ~ Saturn (in Shravana) ~ Work and play hard Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in the second pada of Shravana in the zodiacal sign of Capricorn from February 20th until March 25th 2021. This section of Shravana is ruled by Taurus navamsha – the underlying chart ruling relationships and the astral body – which here has an especially earthy and security-conscious tone. Saturn’s realistic nature is […] February 3, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 22 – February 20 ~ Saturn (in Shravana) ~ Listen and learn Saturn, planet of karma and hard work, is in pada one of Shravana nakshatra within the sign of Capricorn from January 22nd to February 20th 2021. Saturn is at home in this sign where it gives potential for long-term planning and building, and smart thinking now sets you up into the future. Shravana pada one, […] January 16, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits December 24 – January 22 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Make your vision real Saturn, planet of karma and success, enters the fourth pada of Uttara Ashada from December 24th to January 22nd, the portion of this nakshatra in the sign of Capricorn. This is new ground for Saturn this year – it reached this point in its own sign previously in May and June 2020 before turning retrograde. […] December 21, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits November 20 – December 24 ~ Saturn (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Make a statement of your success. Saturn, planet of boundaries, work, and success, is in the third pada of Uttara Ashada, in the sign of Capricorn from November 20th to December 24th, 2020. This is a repeat of Saturn’s transit in the Summer, from mid-June to early August 2020, and issues from that time may return into your life and be […] November 11, 2020November 6, 2021
Ashtalakshmi: Activate Life’s Eight Wealths The festival of Lakshmi Panchami is coming up on March 22/23, and as we honor the Goddess of Wealth we are offered the ideal opportunity to reflect on and feel grateful for the many different forms of wealth we have in our lives. Material wealth is needed for us to live in today’s world and […] Written by Align27 March 2, 2026March 2, 2026
Amalaki Ekadashi Rituals for Prosperity Amalaki Ekadashi – A Day of Blessings and Prosperity Amalaki Ekadashi is a special day that falls on the 11th day of the waxing moon (Ekadashi) in February or March. This year, it is observed on February 27/28, depending on your location. To check your local timing, download the align27 app. On this day, people honor the […] Written by Align27 February 25, 2026February 25, 2026
Apr 13 – 22 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Have a serious think Mercury, planet of thought and communication, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from April 13 to 22nd 2026, the nakshatra wholly inside the zodiacal sign of Pisces. Though analytical Mercury is not most at home in this nakshatra, you can allow your imagination to take over and approach an idea, book, or offer from a different angle. […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Apr 11 – 30 ~ Mars, Mercury, Saturn Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Tough talking tactics Mercury, Mars, and Saturn come together in the sign of Pisces from April 11th to 30th to create a complex picture for your communication. Your intuition is strong at this time, and you arrive at answers by unconventional means. Listen to wise advice, but don’t be put off by undue scepticism from people on the […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 2026
Apr 11 – 14 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Pisces) ~ Be an inspiring listener Mercury, plan of the mind, comes together in Pisces with the Sun, star of self-expression, from April 11th to 14th 2026. This short but intense transit pairs the Sun’s inner conviction with Mercury’s commercial flair and creates Budhaditya Yoga, a combination for study, public speaking, and business enterprise. Mercury isn’t on natural territory in Pisces, […] Written by Align27 March 12, 2026March 12, 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