Transits August 7 – 17 Sun, Venus Conjunction (in Cancer) ~ Express yourself with light and affection The Sun, planet of light and self, comes together in Cancer with Venus, planet of relating, from August 7th to 17th, 2023. These two planetary enemies have contrasting natures, and make a challenge to balance Solar egotism and leadership skills with the Venusian desire for harmony and cooperation. At best, you can be caring and […] July 28, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits August 3 – 17 Sun (in Ashlesha) ~ A moment for self-transformation The Sun, planet of self and spirit, is in Cancer-Ashlesha from August 3rd to 17th, the nakshatra associated with insight and personal transformation. Ashlesha’s ruling devatas are The Naghas, the shape-shifting serpents who acted as the guardians of heavenly wealth, which now reflects your secretive style and worldly wisdom. Your protective streak extends to friends […] July 24, 2023August 10, 2023
Transits July 20 – August 3 ~ Sun (in Pushya) ~ A time to give and receive more The Sun, planet of Self and leadership, is in Pushya from July 20th to August 3rd, the nakshatra inside the zodiacal sign of Cancer, which boosts all matters connected with family and security. Pushya is a fortunate and life-sustaining energy for most purposes, where you feel supported and your ideas are taken up at a […] July 10, 2023June 27, 2023
Transits July 17 – 24 ~ Sun Enters Cancer to Meet Mercury – Insights and Remedies Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the Sun in Cancer from July 17th to 24th 2023. Tap into powers of insight and inner growth. Sun in Cancer – Insights and Remedies Dakshinayana commences as the Sun moves into the sign of Cancer. Dakshinayana refers to the movement of the sun to the […] July 7, 2023July 12, 2023
Transits July 6 – 20 ~ Sun (in Punarvasu) ~ Renew your search for knowledge and meaning The Sun is in Punarvasu from July 6th until 20th, crossing the zodiacal signs of Gemini and Cancer. Punarvasu’s symbol is a quiver full of arrows, which shows adventure through flights of thought and imagination. This nakshatra is ruled by Aditi, the Divine Mother who presides over fine personal qualities and infinity itself, and the […] June 26, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits June 25 – July 8 ~ Mercury, Sun Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Access higher powers of memory and intelligence Mercury, planet of the mind, is in conjunction with the Sun in Gemini from June 25th until July 8th 2023. Mercury in strength in Gemini, gives you a curious and questioning mentality that values knowledge for its own sake. You are a natural scholar and teacher, a quick study, with a flair for numbers and […] June 15, 2023July 24, 2023
Transits June 22 – July 6 ~ Sun (in Ardra) ~ Feel lighter and discover inner freedom Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, travels through Ardra within the sign of Gemini from June 22nd to July 6th. This asterism’s ruler is Rudra, the Storm God, and its symbol of the Teardrop, shows a cathartic moment where stress or sentiment overwhelms you, before you emerge feeling lighter and easier. This is much like […] June 12, 2023June 23, 2023
Transits June 8 – 22 ~ Sun (in Mrigashira) ~ Light shines on your quest for fulfilment Sun, planet of light and Self, is in Mrigashira from June 8th until 22nd 2023, 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 up […] May 29, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits June 8 – 15 ~ Sun, Mercury Conjunction (in Taurus) ~ A brilliant pairing for study and business Mercury, planet of the mind, is conjunct with the life-giving Sun in Taurus from June 8th to 15th 2023. This transit comes after Mercury’s two-month-plus stay in fiery, impulsive Aries, and sees a shift in your thinking towards practical affairs and material security. It’s not enough to be first or quickest anymore, you need a […] May 29, 2023May 26, 2023
Transits May 25 – June 8 ~ Sun (in Rohini) ~ Indulge your luxury lifestyle The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Rohini nakshatra in the sign of Taurus from May 25th to June 8th. Rohini’s Shakti is the ‘Power to Grow’, and now is the time to put your focus on new opportunities where your pride and identity are most heavily wrapped up. This nakshatra has a […] May 15, 2023May 6, 2023
What Past Life Baggage Are You Still Carrying? Some wounds didn’t start in this lifetime. You might feel it as unexplained fear. Or a habit you can’t break. A relationship pattern that keeps repeating. Often, what we call “self-sabotage” is actually unresolved energy from another life, buried so deep in your subconscious that it shows up without explanation. That’s your Past Life Baggage. […] Written by Align27 June 20, 2025June 20, 2025
Just Launched – Relationship Insights Based on Your Birth Chart We just launched a brand-new section in your align27 Birth Chart called Relationship Insights. Inside this, you’ll find our first feature: Love and Healing, based on your Venus placement. ✨ It shows what you subconsciously trade for peace, approval, or harmony in relationships. ✨ It reveals the parts of you that bend, shrink, or stay […] Written by Align27 June 18, 2025June 18, 2025
Aug 30 – Sep 13 ~ Sun (in Purva Phalguni) ~ Earn the right to take it easy Sun, the planet of spirit and self-expression, is in Purva Phalguni ‘the previous red one’, from August 30th to September 13th, 2025. This nakshatra falls in zodiacal Leo where the Sun is strong and at home, and Purva’s symbol of a Hammock gives you a laid-back style, with effortless confidence. You are relaxed and good […] Written by Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
Aug 28 – Oct 3 ~ Mercury Combust (in Cancer, Leo, Virgo) ~ Get perspective on your thinking Mercury, the planet of thought and commerce, moves alongside the Sun from August 28th to October 3rd, 2025, as it moves from Cancer to Leo into Virgo. This is Mercury’s ‘combustion’ or burnt-up phase, where its closeness to the Sun affects your decision-making and overall train of thought. It becomes harder to concentrate on a […] Written by Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
Aug 28 – Sep 1 ~ Mercury (in Gandanta) ~ Bridging the gap Venus, the planet of art, luxury, and relationship, is in Pushya in the sign of Cancer from August 23rd to September 3rd, 2025. This is an auspicious and life-sustaining nakshatra for most life purposes, which may see you being drawn into high and powerful circles. Raise the tone in your relationship and you get the […] Written by Align27 July 1, 2025July 1, 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