Vedic Astrology Newsletter
Astrology Insights: Do Opposites Really Attract?
Astrologically, there is a basic truth in the old saying that “Opposites attract” but that sure doesn’t make relationships any easier.
Rahu and Ketu: Understanding Your Karmic Journey
In Vedic astrology there are two additional “planets” beyond the seven visible planets called Rahu and Ketu. These two planets are associated with solar and lunar eclipses and they hide and reveal the light of our soul (Sun) and mind (Moon).
Venus Retrograde: Navigating Love and Relationships
Venus retrograde is a great time to bury relationships past, let go of the fantasies, and allow for karmic closure.
The Gifts of Jupiter in Astrology
If there was a planet like Santa Claus, it is Jupiter, the great benefic. Wherever Jupiter appears or goes in your chart, gifts happen either in the form of prosperity, opportunities and spiritual progress.
Understanding Your Planetary Returns in Astrology
Your astrological birth chart, based on the time and place you were born, is a road map to the journey of your life. It can show you both where you have been and where you are going.
Retrograde Planets in Vedic Astrology
We start this month with three planets retrograde – apparently going backward in relationship from our earthly perspective – and so it may feel like life is in reverse or standing still at best.
Mercury and Venus in Astrology
very year or so, we are in luck when we get to experience the energy of a beautiful Venus with the intelligence of a brilliant Mercury – sort of a good Heart to Head Meetup.
Venus in Virgo
Venus is the planet of sensuality, love and relationships and Virgo is the modest virgin. Think something could be up this month? You are correct.
Venus experiences its debilitation, or greatest challenge, when it is in Virgo, as is the case from August 11 through September 6. Here are guidelines to making Venus better for you.
Find a Career with Astrology
When I’m asked the career (or life purpose) question, I always first consider the person’s basic temperament and psychology as shown in their birth chart.
Mercury Retrograde in Astrology
However, there are steps you can take to make this and the next Mercury retrograde more comfortable. But it may take a little shopping.
In Vedic astrology there are practices called “upayas,” or remedies to ameliorate the unpleasant effects of challenging planets.
Using Astrology to Predict Health
One of the earliest uses of astrology was to predict illnesses and improve the health of the rulers of the lands. Tendencies toward certain illnesses and diseases could be indicated through the conditions of the planets in a birth chart.
Jupiter in Aquarius in Vedic Astrology
Jupiter entering Aquarius marks the spiritual gathering known as Kumbha Mela in India and brings a sense of expansion, prosperity, freedom & spiritual renewal.
Venus in Pisces: Love is in the Air
Venus is one of the most favorable planets (second only to Jupiter), and its presence brings many comforts, enjoyment of the senses, worldly pleasures, and Love. And it does what it does best when it is exalted in the sign of friendly Pisces.
Astrological Insights: Venus in Capricorn and Aquarius
Venus is the sensual planet of love and relationships. Saturn has the reputation of seriousness and solitude. And consequently, our relationships are affected.
Astrocartography in Vedic Astrology
There is a popular aspect of Western astrology (Astrocartography) that looks at your birth chart in relationship to different areas of the planet and then suggests a place to relocate so you can change your life for the better.
The Grand Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn
The Grand Conjunction of Jupiter & Saturn happens when they occupy the same degree in the zodiac and occurs every 20 years.
Your Lucky Day According to Astrology
It is said that the day of the week you were born on is your “lucky” day because your energies are aligned with the planetary energies of that day throughout your life.
Vedic Astrology and the Chakras
There is a long-standing tradition in Vedic astrology (or Jyotish) and the ancient practice of Yoga that ties both the signs of the zodiac and the chakras together – and even more interesting, a specific planet that is associated with each chakra.
Full Speed — Backwards! Mars Retrograde
Mars Retrograde: For two months that initiating, full steam, no-stop planet goes backward (seemingly) through the cosmos and we will all feel the effects.
Planets in their Own Signs
Welcome to Cosmic Vibes! THIS MONTH: Everybody's Home in Vedic AstrologyEverybody’s Home – Including the Planets! The month of August reflects the state of many people in the world as most of the planets in the sky, like us, are in their homes (or natural astrological...
The Power of Planetary Mudras
Plantary mudras uses the relationship between the planets and the fingers to make it possible to work with planetary energies through yogic mudras.
Multiple Retrograde Planets and You!
Welcome to Cosmic Vibes! THIS MONTH: Backward to the Future: 4 Planets R-E-T-R-O-G-R-A-D-EBackward to the Future: 4 Planets R-E-T-R-O-G-R-A-D-E This month you may feel like you have seen this show before. For a period of time, we will be experiencing the retrogrades...
Best Practices for Venus Retrograde
Welcome to Cosmic Vibes! THIS MONTH: Lover Come Back in Vedic AstrologyLover Come Back: Venus Goes Retrograde On May 13th, Venus enters its retrograde period where it appears to go backwards for about six weeks until it goes direct on June 25th. Venus retrogrades...