In Ayurveda, the three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, each have a primary season where they get imbalanced. In the summer, Pitta can get overheated and thus out of balance, more so than the other two doshas. Pitta is the energy of digestion, assimilation, and transformation. Pitta is comprised of fire and water. To prevent […]
The intensity which you have been personally experiencing heightens in Jyotish, or Vedic astrology for August, 2016. Everything you have been putting your energy towards, as well as all that you have been avoiding, comes to a head this month. Saturn and Mars come together, Jupiter changes signs, and there’s a cluster of planets in […]
Vedic astrology or Jyotish is a lunar based system. The full Moon (purnima) is considered to be quite auspicious. Certain full Moons are highlighted in the Indian calendar as they are linked to special holidays or festivals. The very propitious full Moon of Guru Purnima 2016 falls on July 19 worldwide, except for New Zealand […]
Jyotish, or Vedic astrology for July, 2016 poises us on the precipice of momentous planetary changes. It brings a renewal of the Mars / Saturn conjunction, as well as a planetary war creating indecision. The majority of astrological activity takes place in Gemini, Cancer, Leo, and Scorpio. American Independence Day bought us the arduous new […]
Ayurveda classifies seasons as having an affinity to certain doshas. As summer approaches, it is common for Pitta dosha to become imbalanced and cause overheating and inflammatory disorders. Amalaki is a primary herb used to pacify Pitta dosha. There are multiple health benefits of amalaki in Ayurveda. Commonly known in India as amla, its botanical […]
Jyotish or Vedic astrology for June, 2016 presents us with five of nine planets strong and a changing of the tides. Planetary combinations can be overwhelming if you do not properly harness their energies. If used correctly, then you can sail more adeptly over troubled waters. Venus in Vedic astrology for June, 2016 Venus, the […]
The month in Jyotish, or Vedic astrology for May, 2016 is a pivotal period. You have the opportunity to re-strategize your life and the supporting planetary strength to do so. When planets are powerfully placed by transit, they can energize your activities and intentions. They will do so by virtue of what they are triggering […]
Rare planetary dynamics in Jyotish, or Vedic astrology for April, 2016 bring us the opportunity to reflect, review, and re-strategize our ideas and plans. We will experience the impact of 4 of 9 planets retrograde and 2 planets exalted. Retrogression renders planets even stronger in Vedic astrology. Our words and actions will have powerful consequences. […]
The first of three lunar eclipses this year occurs on March 23. Lunar eclipses occur on full Moons. This full Moon is known as Phalguni Purnima in Vedic astrology or Jyotish. Thus the Moon will be full in Virgo in the constellation or nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni for the March 23, 2016 lunar eclipse. In […]
One of the most commonly used spices worldwide is ginger. Known in Hindi as adrak, ginger has been used in India since before 200 B.C. Ginger decreases Vata and Kapha doshas and increases Pitta. In Ayurveda, the health benefits of ginger are vast. Dry ginger has a bitter and pungent rasa (initial taste); it is […]