Articles 5 Easy Rituals For A Cosmically Smoother Day We all need a little extra something to help us through the day. Whether it’s a meeting that got cancelled giving you one hour back, the kids’ homeschooling done for the day without hiccups, a phone call from a friend or finding your favourite pot of dessert that you forgot about in the fridge. […] February 23, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 17 – 31 ~ Sun (in Uttara Bhadrapada) ~ Share your subtle spiritual energy The Sun, planet of spirit and identity, is in Uttara Bhadrapada from March 17th to 31st 2021, the benevolent and spiritual nakshatra within the zodiacal sign of Pisces. Uttara’s name translates to ‘beautiful left foot’, while its symbol is the back legs of a bed. It brings an intelligent and questioning nature with a focus […] February 22, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits March 4 – 18 ~ Sun (in Purva Bhadrapada) ~ Clear space in your life The Sun, symbol of light and the self, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 4th to 18th, the nakshatra crossing the zodiacal signs of Aquarius and Pisces. Your energy and focus takes on a new urgency now, and Purva Bhadrapada’s Shakti is the power of spiritual fire, which gives this period a ritual, cleansing quality. […] February 8, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 19 – March 4 ~ Sun (in Shatabhishak) ~ Shed light and healing energy The Sun, planet of the soul and self-expression, is in Shatabhishak, the nakshatra within the sign of Aquarius, from February 19th to March 4th 2021. This asterism translates to ‘a hundred physicians’ and its Shakti, or special power, is for Healing. You may be spending time looking after somebody now or giving yourself a little […] February 1, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits February 6 – 19 ~ Sun (in Dhanishtha) ~ Shed light and create abundance The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishtha from February 6th to 19th 2021, the nakshatra which crosses the zodiacal signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Dhanishtha’s name translates to wealth and benevolence, and its Shakti, or special power, is ‘To create fame and abundance’, where you can step up as a performer and focus […] January 27, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 23 – February 5 ~ Sun (in Shravana) ~ Shine a light on new knowledge The Sun, planet of pride and identity, is in Shravana in the zodiacal sign of Capricorn from January 23rd to February 5th. This nakshatra’s symbol is the Ear, which translates to hearing and an oral tradition of wisdom, learning, and spiritual knowledge. The positive side of this transit is where you use positive solar energy to define yourself […] January 18, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits January 10 – 23 ~ Sun (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Shine a light on your ambitions The Sun, planet of ego and self-expression, is in Uttara Ashada between January 10th and 23rd, the nakshatra that spans the signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. Uttara’s nature is polished, educated and diplomatic, and its Shakti, or unique gift, is for ‘Unchallenged Victory’, so putting work in at the start of an enterprise promises ultimate […] January 4, 2021November 6, 2021
Transits December 15 – 28 ~ Sun (in Mula) ~ Break down the old and embrace the new The Sun, planet of ego and self-expression, enters Sagittarius-Mula on December 15th until 28th 2020, the nakshatra associated with the bare essentials and getting into the heart of the matter. Mula is concerned with simplicity and austerity, where following a cause or desire comes for its own sake rather than business or status motivation. You […] December 10, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits December 12 – 18 ~ Sun (Gandanta) ~ Go from secretive to powerful. The Sun, ruler of soul and self-expression, is in the Gandanta zone between Scorpio and Sagittarius, and the nakshatras of Jyeshta and Mula on December 12th until 18th. Gandanta is this double-border area either side of the zodiacal fire and water signs and asterisms, and this can bring a period of instability for your […] December 7, 2020November 6, 2021
Transits December 2 – 15 ~ Sun (in Jyeshta) ~ Shining a light into the darkness The Sun is in Jyestha from December 2nd to 15th, the last nakshatra in the zodiacal sign of Scorpio. A light is turned on wherever the Sun transits, and especially in this darkest and deepest of signs, you find new insight into creativity, leadership and personal charisma. The Sun is also a marker of […] December 1, 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