Transits February 23 – March 1 Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing power of thoughts Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabhishak from February 23rd to March 1st 2024, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius that translates to ‘a hundred medicines’ (or doctors). Shatabhishak’s Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing, and your mind turns now to wellness, in whatever form it takes for you, […] February 13, 2024January 31, 2024
Transits February 20 – March 4 Sun (in Shatabhishak) ~ Shed light and heal yourself The Sun, planet of the soul and self-expression, is in Shatabhishak, the nakshatra within the sign of Aquarius, from February 20th to March 4th 2024. This asterism translates to ‘A Hundred Physicians’ and its Shakti, or special power, for Healing may see you spending time looking after a friend or family member, or giving yourself […] February 10, 2024January 31, 2024
Transits February 10 – March 8 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ A slow, steady revolution Saturn, planet of boundaries and karma, is pada (part) three of Shatabhishak, from February 10 to Mar 8 2024. This is new ground for Saturn in Aquarius, as it breaks out of the area it covered in 2023 and pushes further into this sign. You have consolidated your building work of the last twelve months and […] February 1, 2024January 30, 2024
Transits January 11 – February 10 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Double-down on your ambitions Saturn, planet of karma and success, is pada (part) two of Shatabhishak, from January 11th to February 10th 2024. This is the repeat of Saturn’s transit from mid-April to late August of 2023, and you go through a similar experience as that time, where a fated quality keeps you focused on a demanding schedule. You […] January 8, 2024January 8, 2024
Transits November 24 – January 11, 2024 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Make a final call for success Saturn, planet of karma and success, moves into pada (part) one of Shatabhishak within the sign of Aquarius from November 24th 2023 to January 11th 2024. This is Saturn’s third and final move through this pada, after first transiting here in March and April 2023, and most recently from late August to mid-October, when it […] November 14, 2023October 26, 2023
Transits August 22 – October 15 Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Finding success second-time around Saturn moves into pada (part) one of Shatabhishak within the sign of Aquarius from August 22nd to October 15th 2023. The planet of karma and success was in this nakshatra from mid-March to mid-April, and now you revisit that experience as part of Saturn’s retrograde phase. You may come at a challenge or obstacle from […] August 12, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits June 17 – November 4 ~ Saturn Retrograde (in Aquarius) ~ Forging a path to long-term success Saturn, planet of karma, boundaries and success, is retrograde in Aquarius from June 17th until November 4th 2023. This is Saturn’s annual five-month backwards phase, where key issues of the year so far repeat and are established for the long term. As well as the usual idealistic Aquarian outlook, you are concerned with establishing your […] June 10, 2023May 29, 2023
Transits April 16 – August 22 ~ Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing for the long term Saturn, planet of karma and success, is pada two of Shatabhishak, from April 16th to August 22nd 2023. Saturn is doubly strong and stable, both in this sign and nakshatra pada, which relates to Capricorn navamsha, the chart of marriage and good fortune. The Lord of Karma’s underlying strength gives you stability and the ability […] April 6, 2023April 12, 2023
Transits March 14 – April 16 ~ Saturn (in Shatabhishak) ~ Mix discipline with daring Saturn moves into pada one of Shatabhishak within the sign of Aquarius from March 14th to April 16th 2023, a nakshatra of mysticism and independent spirit. Shatabhishak’s name translates literally to ‘one hundred physicians’, and its Shakti or special quality, for Healing, may see a long-term new wellness program taking hold in your life. Saturn […] March 4, 2023February 23, 2023
Transits March 3 – 10 ~ Mercury (in Shatabhishak) ~ Healing power of speech Mercury, planet of the mind and speech, is in Shatabhishak from March 3rd to 10th, the nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Aquarius that translates to ‘a hundred medicines’ (or doctors). Shatabhishak’s Shakti, or special gift, is for Healing, and your mind turns now to wellness, in whatever form it takes for you, where Mercury […] February 22, 2023February 16, 2023
Daily Chemistry (The Ascendant Match) is Live! In Vedic astrology, your Ascendant-also called the rising sign-is not just the sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at your birth; it’s the lens through which you experience life, express your personality, and form relationships. When two people come together, the dynamic between their Ascendants reveals how they instinctively respond to each other, […] Written by Align27 July 10, 2025July 10, 2025
Guru Purnima – Strengthen your Jupiter for Prosperity and Abundance Guru Purnima, coming up on Thursday 10 July, is a New Year for the spiritual seeker – a beautiful moment to reflect on our growth over the past year, and to feel grateful for all the knowledge we have received. The planet Jupiter is named Guru in Sanskrit. It is the celestial teacher that allows […] Written by Align27 July 7, 2025July 7, 2025
Sep 13 – 20 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ A relaxed meeting of minds Mercury, planet of thought and business, is in the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni, spanning the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 20th, 2025. Uttara’s symbol of a Hammock shows the leisurely style you bring to thinking and communication, where you are concerned with being of service to others. This nakshatra’s rulership by […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Sep 13 – 27 ~ Sun (in Uttara Phalguni) ~ Light shines on partnership The Sun, the central life-giving force, is in Uttara Phalguni across the signs of Leo and Virgo from September 13th to 27th, 2025. Uttara’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘Prosperity through Partnership’, so you strike a balance between your own needs and giving enough appreciation to others. The Sun is a symbol of pride and […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 2025
Sep 12 – 17 ~ Venus (in Gandanta) ~ Prepare for a sudden change of heart Venus, planet of love and art, is in the Gandanta zone between Cancer and Leo from September 12th to 17th, 2025. This ‘knot-end’ passage sees Venus move between elements and nakshatras, from water to fire and from Ashlesha to Magha, and the handover period sees an uncertain phase in your relationship and shared plans. Going […] Written by Align27 July 21, 2025July 21, 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