ASTROLOGY AND VIRAL INFECTIONS
Pathogens cause infectious diseases such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites. Viral infections are responsible for outbreaks that have epidemic and pandemic potential. Since the past 3 decades, many infectious diseases have been discovered, including SARS, MERS, Ebola, chikungunya, yellow fever, swine flu, Zika, etc. Most of the recent viruses attack the respiratory system. Coronavirus or COVID-19 too is a virus affecting the nose, sinus and upper throat. VIRAL INFECTIONS FROM AN ASTROLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE: Rahu and Ketu are Karakas for epidemics and viral infections. Rahu creates an imbalance in the Vata/Air element resulting in respiratory diseases. It also is responsible for epidemics/pandemics. In particular, Rahu in Gemini sign indicates infection related to the respiratory system, nerves, skin, etc. Ketu too is responsible for fevers, bacterial and viral diseases and the spread of epidemics/pandemics. Ketu also indicates isolation – detaching oneself from others. Another planet that is responsible for the unstoppable spread of infections is Jupiter. A weak Saturn in the horoscope makes the person susceptible to contact diseases. Whenever transiting Saturn aspects/conjuncts Rahu/Ketu, there is a danger of the spread of infectious disease or epidemic. Relation between Saturn and Ketu or Saturn and Pluto can cause chronic, long-term, degenerative diseases. Moreover, it may result in severe deficiency of Vitamin C and/or Vitamin K. Mercury is the karaka of the chest, nervous system and respiratory system. Whenever Mercury or Gemini/Sagittarius signs or 3rd/9th houses are afflicted, the infection is most likely to affect the respiratory system. DIETARY PRECAUTIONS: Include more red, yellow, and blue-coloured foods in your diet. Avoid food cooked in oil. Boiled or steamed food is the best. Also, avoid all non-vegetarian foods. Drink boiled water stored in a copper vessel. Have more garlic; it increases your immunity. HERBAL REMEDIES: The herb Giloy or Guduchi is extremely effective in case of fevers and infections. It works both as a preventive and curative remedy besides acting as an immunity booster. You can take ½ teaspoon of Giloy churn mixed with a teaspoon of honey or drink it with lukewarm water. Boil 5 Tulsi (basil) leaves, 4 whole black peppercorns, 3 cloves and 1 teaspoonful of freshly grated ginger in a glass of water till the water reduces to half. Filter and add a teaspoonful of honey. Have it warm. Add ¼ teaspoonful of turmeric/haldi powder and a pinch of ashwagandha powder in a glass of warm milk. Drink it every night. ASTROLOGICAL REMEDIES: Light camphor and Frankincense/Loban at least twice a day to keep away germs. Regularly worship Lord Ganesh and offer him Durva grass every Tuesday and Wednesday. Feed home-cooked bread (roti) to stray dogs and crows. Refrain from gambling, alcohol, immoral activities – especially if you are running Saturn or Ketu Dasha. Clean all openings of the body very well. If the infection is due to afflicted Saturn then you should do Chhaya Daan. Take sesame or mustard oil in a small vessel. See your reflection in it and then keep this vessel along with the oil in a Shani temple. Some needy person may take it. If you have already contracted some infection, then do this remedy. Dip a heated pure gold ring (without any gem) or a gold string in hot milk for few minutes. Then drink that milk when it is still lukewarm. MANTRA REMEDIES FOR VIRAL INFECTIONS: Recite one rosary of the following mantra for 180 days daily, It is effective in warding off or overcoming serious and chronic infections: Chanting of Ketu Mantra 17000 times in 40 days: ॥ॐ स्रां स्रीं स्रौं सः केतवे नमः॥ – ॥Om Sraam Sreem Sraum Sah: Ketwe Namaha॥ Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is very powerful in overcoming health problems. It has the power to heal even the seemingly impossible to cure diseases. Those who are not able to recite the above Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra due to any reason may recite the following laghu (shorter version) Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra: “Aum Joom Sah Mam (Name of the person) Palay Palay Sah Joom Aum” OTHER REMEDIES: One can perform a small havan/yagya at home using mango/neem twigs, cow dung and havan samagri. Also add some jaggery, cloves, cinnamon, bay leaves, neem leaves and turmeric to it. You can do havan every fortnight. Do pranayama daily for at least 20 minutes. Boiled neem leaves work as an excellent sanitiser. Wash your hands with this as often as possible. DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this article is to provide you complimentary holistic remedies for your health problems. This is, in no manner, a substitute for medical treatment. Please do consult and follow qualified doctor’s advice for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the disease/s.
POWERFUL REMEDIES FOR SUCCESS IN EXAMS
So, it’s exam time again! This period spells stress, anxiety and panic not only for children but also for their parents. Students face many problems ranging from fear of the exam, nervousness, lack of concentration and distractions, memory problems, issues regarding time management to parental pressure. Astrology can be very helpful during exams; it can pinpoint the reasons for poor concentration or learning disabilities and suggest remedies to improve their memory, attentiveness, and overall performance. We shall discuss below the Astrological remedies for different problems faced by students during exams : EXAM PHOBIA: Pressure to excel, the fright of failure and anxiety drive many students to distress and inability to face the exams. The following remedies can help them overcome such fears. Drink a lot of water and increase your intake of calcium. The student should wear a silver ring on the last finger on Monday. Tie a small piece of Ashwagandha jad (root) in a grey thread and let the student wear it around the neck. This should be worn for at least 21 days. LACK OF CONCENTRATION: Many reasons account for students’ lack of concentration – they could be poor nutrition, stressful atmosphere, lack of sufficient sleep, etc. The following remedies can help them to develop concentration: On a Wednesday, the student should wear a copper coin in a green thread around his neck. Four faced (Char Mukhi) Rudraksha is also very helpful in reducing stress and in increasing concentration. “Anulom Vilom” pranayam is considered one of the best remedies to improve the mind. POOR MEMORY: Jupiter and Mercury are responsible for memory. Students often blackout before the exams or are not able to recollect what they studied. Some others have problems in memorizing lessons or in remembering what they studied on a long term basis. The following remedies can help them improve their memory: Having one teaspoon of juice of basil (tulsi plant) leaves mixed with honey OR a teaspoon of Brahmi juice in the morning after breakfast helps improve memory. Tie a small piece of Apamarga jad (root) in a green thread and let the student wear it around the neck. Use more green colour to enhance memory power. You can tie a green coloured thread or string to your thumb. STRESS AND PANIC ATTACKS: The inability to handle pressure and anxiety can stress and depress students who sometimes even exhibit panic symptoms such as shortness of breath, rapid heartbeats, sweating, nausea, etc. The following remedies can help them overcome stress and nervousness during exams: Students should sleep with their heads facing either east or south. Having a shower with lukewarm water before going to bed also helps in reducing stress. Wearing a Two-mukhi rudraksha around the neck may provide a lot of relief from anxiety and depression. TIME MANAGEMENT: Students often face the problem of managing time efficiently before and during their exams. They either dilly-dally or waste time in wasteful pursuits. The following remedies can help them manage their time efficiently: Drink water in a copper glass. This not only helps in reducing stress levels and keeps the students active. Regular practice of Surya Namaskar helps instil discipline which is necessary for efficient time management. Soak half a teaspoon of coriander seeds in the water overnight. Strain and drink the water within 15 minutes of waking up in the morning. HYPERACTIVE CHILDREN: Some students are very restless and get distracted very easily. The following remedies can help their parents direct their energies towards studies: Apply almond oil or cow’s ghee on the head and soles of the feet of your child. Massage it gently before he goes to sleep. Ensure that your child wears something in silver. He can also drink water from a silver tumbler. This helps in cultivating patience. Let the child should offer oiled chapattis every Saturday to a dog. GENERAL ASTROLOGICAL REMEDIES DURING EXAM TIME: Before leaving for an exam, students should have a bowl of curd. Chanting of the Gayatri mantra is a very effective remedy for enhancing memory and concentration. While studying, students should always face the northeast or east direction. Students who have difficulty learning or understanding lessons should eat green cardamom. Chew a tulsi leaf before sitting to study. If your child has no interest in studies, do this remedy. Tie a little whole masoor (red lentils) in a red-coloured cloth. Keep this in your child’s school bag or near the place where he studies. Before leaving the house for your examination, eat Jaggery (gud) and drink a little water. Keep a small piece of alum and camphor in your pocket while writing the exam. This will not only help to abolish all thoughts of negativity but also strengthen your confidence. If possible, talk to your Guru /teacher before leaving for exams and take their blessings. To read POWERFUL MANTRAS FOR SUCCESS IN EXAMS, click HERE. TO ORDER A PERSONALIZED DETAILED EDUCATION REPORT, CLICK HERE.
ASTROLOGICAL BENEFITS OF GEMSTONES
Gemstones are basically fossils – they are the condensed, crystalized forms of minerals formed under high pressure and heat of the earth’s interiors. For ages, civilizations all over the world have accepted gems as sources of intense energy. Even modern physics has acknowledged the energizing properties of gemstones. For eg., Quartz crystals are responsible for the accurate and precise operation of mobiles, computers, watches, TV sets etc. How do the Gemstones work? Gems are highly sensitive and radioactive. They absorb and conduct energy in the form of frequency rays. Furthermore, their electromagnetic field impacts the environment in a very subtle manner. When gemstones are worn on the body, their constant contact with the skin brings about changes in the body’s chemistry as they interact with the energy field of the body. Energy exists in nature in the form of vibrational rays and wavelengths. When worn, the gems pick up and transmit a specific wavelength to the body. The body in turn transforms these rays into chemicals and elemental particles it can use to function better – both on the physical and emotional levels. “Gem Therapy” means the use of gems in different ways to propitiate the malefic effects of planets and to cure diseases. Role of gems in Ayurveda and Astrology: Ayurveda has studied the various vibrations, electromagnetic effects and energizing powers of different gemstones. Brihat Samhita discusses the healing powers of multiple gems in detail. There are seven dhatus or seven tissues of the body; namely plasma, blood, muscle, fat, bones, marrow, nerves, and reproductive tissues. The seven planets rule each of this dhatus. Accordingly, the corresponding gems have curative effects on the diseases caused due to the Dosha of this dhatus. In fact, today Gem Therapy is an essential component of Alternative Healing Therapy the whole world over. Jyotisha – Vedic Astrology considers gems to contain such concentrated, intense energy as to influence and alter even a person’s fate. Astrology recognizes primarily Nine Gems generally known as the Nava Ratnas to be of great significance. According to the Puranas, these nine gems comprise the different light rays radiated by the nine major planets (Nava Graha). Each of the planets has a corresponding gem with properties similar to it. “Brihat Jatak” contains a verse that reads as follows: माणिक्यं दिननयकस्य विमलं मुक्ताफलं शितगोः महेयस्य च विद्रुमं मरकतं सौम्यस्य-गरुत्मकं देवेज्यस्य च पुष्परागं सुर-आचर्यस्य वज्रं शनेः नीलं निर्मलमन्ययोश्च गदिते गोमेद-वैदुर्यके Translation: “The Sun’s gem is pure Ruby, Moon’s is Natural Pearl, Mars’ is Red Coral, Mercury’s is Emerald, Jupiter’s is Yellow Sapphire, Venus’ is Diamond, Saturn’s is Blue Sapphire, Rahu’s is Hessonite, and Ketu’s is Cat’s Eye“. Can you wear any gemstone? The answer is, without a doubt, a big NO. All gems are not suited nor useful to everyone. In fact, the wrong gems worn can give adverse effects. One should wear Gemstones according to the auspicious or benefic planets in your birth chart. So it is very essential to study the individual horoscope well before recommending any gemstone to someone. Which Gemstones should not be worn together? Many people are fond of wearing different gemstones in combination. However, wearing such combinations can actually cause you more harm than good. Here is the table of gems that one should not wear together: Appropriate Metals for setting the Gemstones: The beneficial powers of gemstones increase when set in particular metals. Here is the list of such metals: * Panchdhatu literally means five metals. It is a traditional five-metal alloy of gold, silver, copper, zinc and iron. *Ashtadhatu literally means eight metals. It is an alloy of gold, silver, copper, lead, zinc, tin, iron and antimony or mercury. Remember: To order your GEM RECOMMENDATION REPORT, click HERE.
SADE SATI – EFFECTS & REMEDIES FOR YOU
Sade Sati is one of the most feared phenomena in Astrology. As the name suggests, it means a period of Seven-and-a-Half years – synonymous with sufferings, losses, separations and miseries. But very few people understand what it exactly means and even fewer know that it may not always be so dreadful after all! What is Sade Sati? In the Vedic system of Astrology, the Moon sign (Chandra Rashi) holds a very important place in making predictions, especially the Gochara (Transit) predictions. The planets keep changing position w.r.t. the Earth. This change in position is termed as Gochara Positions. Saturn transits each house for around 2.5 years. Thus, Saturn takes a total of seven and a half years period to transit the 12th, 1st and 2nd house of your Moon Rashi. Hence the name ‘SADE SATI‘. To understand this, you need to know your Moon Rashi i.e. the sign Moon occupies in your Birth Horoscope. Suppose your Moon is in Sagittarius/Number 9 in your Birth horoscope, then you are born in Dhanu Rashi. So, when Saturn transits Vrishchik (Scorpio), Dhanu (Sagittarius) and Makar (Capricorn) Rashis or Numbers 8, 9 and 10 in your horoscope, then you are under the influence of Sade Sati. To understand this, you need to know your Moon Rashi i.e. the sign in which your Moon is placed in your Birth Horoscope. Suppose your Moon is placed in Sagittarius/Number 9 in your Birth horoscope, then you are born in Dhanu Rashi. So, when Saturn transits Vrishchik (Scorpio), Dhanu (Sagittarius), and Makar (Capricorn) Rashis or Numbers 8, 9, and 10 in your horoscope, then you are under the influence of Sade Saati. Why is Sade Sati so dreaded? For this, you need to understand the relationship between Moon and Saturn. While the Moon is the quickest moving planet (in astrology, the Moon is a planet ‘Graha’); Saturn is the slowest moving planet. The Moon is a natural benefic while Saturn is a natural malefic. While the Moon represents the emotional side Saturn represents the practical and rational side. Moon is moist, fluid and constantly moving energy; while Saturn is cold, dry and slow-moving. So whenever Moon and Saturn form any relation, it is one of conflict and disturbance. One often becomes very moody, melancholic, emotional, and even depressed in this period. One feels lonely, unsupported and left alone. Reality Check: Of course, the period of Sade Sati is not smooth sailing as can be seen from the above explanation. However, much of the fear and panic that exists among people is either due to their own ignorance or vested interests. How the Sade Sati will affect you depends upon many factors such as positions, strengths, degrees, and conjunctions/aspects of Moon and Saturn. Also remember, truth is relative here – it varies by your perception too. I have come across people who dreaded the Sade Sati to such an extent that they saw even routine problems as dreadful just for the reason that they were undergoing the period of Sade Sati! In general, Sade Sati affects Capricorn/Makar & Aquarius/Kumbh signs the least and Leo/Simha signs the most – but again many other factors will have to be considered. Remember that SATURN is a great TASKMASTER and a supreme JUDGE. You can consider your Sade Sati as the AUDIT PERIOD of your deeds (Karma). Saturn just gives you what you deserve and also makes you pay for your wrongs. Conversely, you shall be suitably rewarded too if you have a good karmic record. A person may pass through hell during Sade Sati but always emerges a refined, wiser, and enlightened soul that has gone through the testing fires. It teaches us that nothing is permanent in this world. Remedies/Upaaye for Sade Sati: MOST IMPORTANT REMEDY: Don’t be angry/abusive/vindictive/revengeful / grumbling. (Yes, some people complain and announce to all who can hear that they are passing through the period of Sade Sati). Don’t take any decision in haste or alone. It’s better to seek some expert advice from impartial persons in matters of importance. Donation – Donate old clothes, food, useful iron articles, and your used footwear to needy people, labourers, sweepers, etc. Donate warm blankets to old/homeless/handicapped people. Keep away from alcoholic drinks. (You need to be in your senses to face this period of trial) Very effective Remedy – Recite Hanuman Chalisa daily. People reciting 100 times a day have experienced miraculous results. Reciting the Maha Mrutunjaya mantra is also very effective. Meditation is another very strong remedy during Sade Sati. Retrospection and repentance along with prayers go a long way in mitigating the harsh effects. You need to have LOTS & LOTS OF PATIENCE. Seven-faced Rudraksha is a very effective remedy during Sade Sati. Shani Beeja Mantra: ‘Om Sham Shaneeshcharaaya Namaha’. Warning: Avoid wearing rings of any gems or metal without first consulting a knowledgeable astrologer. To know more about Sade Sati, its effects on you as per your Kundli (birth horoscope), and the individual remedies, order your customized Sade Sati Report here.