Transits February 8 – April 12 ~ Ketu (in Vishakha) ~ Victory by the spiritual route Ketu, the shadow planet of mysticism and sacrifice, is in Vishakha pada four from February 8th to April 12th 2022, the last part of its backward journey through Scorpio. Vishakha’s symbol is a Victory Arch, so personal triumph now comes through using your intuition and being aware of atmospheres and undercurrents. This approach may go […] January 30, 2022January 24, 2022
Transits February 8 – April 12 ~ Rahu (in Krittika) ~ Fulfil your long-term desires Rahu, the shadow planet of desire and ambition, enters the second pada of Krittika nakshatra on February 8th, up to April 12th 2022. This pada is in the first degrees of Taurus, a sign where Rahu is strong, and it finds you preoccupied with material pursuits and creating wealth and security. Pada two of Krittika […] January 30, 2022January 17, 2022
Transits February 6 – 19 ~ Sun (in Dhanishtha) ~ Find your soul rhythm The Sun, planet of soul and self-expression, is in Dhanishtha from February 6th to 19th 2022, the nakshatra across 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 of attention. The […] January 28, 2022January 11, 2022
Transits February 3 – 21 ~ Mars (in Purva Ashada) ~ Renew your invincible energy Mars, planet of action and energy, is in Purva Ashada from February 3rd to 21st 2022, the nakshatra within zodiacal Sagittarius which translates to ‘the Unconquered’. Purva’s energy gives a feeling and aspiration for invincibility, despite occasional confrontations, and its Shakti or unique power, for Invigoration and Renewal sees you making a new start. Apas, […] January 24, 2022January 17, 2022
Transits February 2 – 16 ~ Jupiter (in Shatabhishak) ~ Keep the faith and heal yourself Jupiter, planet of faith and expansion, moves into Shatabhishak pada three from February 2nd to 16th 2022, the Aquarian nakshatra which associates with healing, mysticism and independent spirit. Shatabhishak’s Shakti, or special gift, is ‘To Heal’, and its name translates literally to ‘one hundred physicians’, so this is an excellent time to explore progressive treatments […] January 23, 2022January 11, 2022
Transits January 24 – February 6 ~ 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 24th to February 6th. Shravana’s symbol of the Ear translates to listening and an oral tradition of wisdom, learning, and spiritual knowledge. You can use this solar energy to define yourself with speech, and also to absorb […] January 14, 2022December 30, 2021
Transits January 22 – February 19 ~ Mercury (in Uttara Ashada) ~ Easy victory second-time around Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication, is retrograde in Uttara Ashada from January 22nd. It goes direct in motion on February 4th, though remains in Uttara altogether until February 19th, in the Capricorn portion of this nakshatra. Your plans and thinking go back to an earlier stage, or you find a new mental approach to […] January 12, 2022December 30, 2021
Transits January 20 – February 17 ~ Saturn (in Shravana) ~ Seek status and security Saturn, planet of boundaries, karma and success, is in Pada Four of Shravana in the sign of Capricorn from January 20th until February 17th 2022. This is new ground for Saturn, after it moved through the earlier part of Shravana through 2021, and this transit may now signal a new phase of your ambitions. Shravana […] January 10, 2022December 30, 2021
Transits January 18 – February 2 ~ Jupiter (in Shatabhishak) ~ Steady expansion of your boundaries Jupiter, planet of faith and expansion, moves into Shatabhishak pada two from January 18th to February 2nd 2022, the nakshatra inside Aquarius which associates with healing, mysticism and independent spirit. This nakshatra’s symbol is a mystical circle or horizon, which suggests both containment and infinity, and your mission now is to find a middle way […] January 8, 2022January 11, 2022
Transits January 16 – February 3 ~ Mars (in Mula) ~ Work for purist motives Mars, planet of action and competition, is in Sagittarius-Mula from January 16th until February 3rd 2022, the nakshatra associated with bare essentials and stripping away excess. Mula’s symbol of a Root is connected with simplicity and austerity, where you fight for a cause or ambition purely for its own sake and not ego or acclaim. […] January 6, 2022December 30, 2021
Your Career Insights One of the biggest questions people have is this: What should I actually do for my career to grow? Your Career Triggers For some, when they take initiative. For some, when they work with others. For some, when they step back and focus. Your chart shows exactly this. Your Career Triggers We’ve added a new […] Written by Align27 March 25, 2026March 25, 2026
Ugadi (Vedic New Year) – Parābhava Samvatsara (Prosperity) Rituals The name Yugadi or Ugadi is derived from the Sanskrit words yuga (age) and ādi (beginning): “the beginning of a new age”. It falls on “Chaitra Shudhdha Paadyami” or the first day of the bright half of the Vedic month of Chaitra. This year it falls on March 19/20. For local timings download the align27 […] Written by Align27 March 17, 2026March 17, 2026
May 29 – Jun 1 ~Jupiter, Mercury, Venus Conjunction (in Gemini) ~ Fun and variety Mercury, planet of communication, is conjunct with romantic Venus and expansive Jupiter from May 29th to June 1st, 2026. This short transit combines both planetary friends and enemies in a complex mixture, where your thinking and relating take on a wider and more cosmopolitan tone. Mercury and Venus are firm planetary allies that work together […] Written by Align27 April 17, 2026April 17, 2026
May 25 – Jun 2 ~ Mercury (in Mrigashira) ~ A quest for answers Mercury, planet of communication, is in Mrigashira from May 25th to June 2nd 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Taurus and Gemini. This nakshatra’s mythical symbol of a Deer being pursued across the skies by Brahma, the Creator, represents a drive of desire or ambition. You are on a quest for intelligence and enlightenment, […] Written by Align27 April 7, 2026April 7, 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