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As we move into 2026, the celestial energies promise a year of both opportunity and challenge for entrepreneurs. With powerful planetary alignments favoring wisdom, discipline, and expansion, the cosmic currents reward those who balance ambition with integrity. Here’s what the stars reveal for your business ventures.

Aries
The first half of 2026 requires patience as planetary energies test your foundations and hidden resources. Mid-year onwards brings exceptional stability, property gains, and emotional security. This is highly favourable for real estate ventures and family businesses. The latter part of the year energises your creative projects and speculative investments with renewed confidence.
Advice: Build strong foundations early; expansion opportunities come mid-year. Don’t rush—patience rewards persistent effort. Creative ventures flourish in the final quarter.

Taurus
Communication becomes your superpower this year. Mid-year planetary shifts enhance short-distance business travel, writing projects, and sibling partnerships. Networking brings slow but steady long-term gains through valuable social connections. This is excellent for building lasting business alliances and community-based ventures. The final quarter favors property and home-based businesses.
Advice: Leverage your network consistently; reliable communication and strategic partnerships are your keys to prosperity. Document all agreements carefully.

Gemini
Early 2026 brings self-confidence and personal growth opportunities. Mid-year onwards accelerates financial growth dramatically as planetary blessings shower upon your wealth sector. Your income streams expand, especially through communication, writing, teaching, and intellectual work. Professional discipline is demanded but promises significant career recognition for hard work.
Advice: First half is for self-development; second half brings substantial monetary rewards. Focus on value-based offerings and ethical business practices.

Cancer
This is your most auspicious year. The first half requires introspection and spiritual preparation. From mid-year onwards, Jupiter’s divine blessings bring confidence, wisdom, expansion, and public recognition directly to you. Launch major ventures, expand operations, or rebrand your business during this golden period. Discipline in execution ensures lasting success.
Advice: Wait until mid-year for major launches. The universe fully supports your ambitions in the second half—this is your breakthrough year. Trust divine timing.

Leo
Transformation through challenges marks your journey this year. You may face unexpected obstacles in joint ventures or shared financial resources but that will ultimately strengthen you. Mid-year onwards encourages spiritual business practices and introspective planning and foreign. The final quarter begins a highly favorable cycle that extends into coming years.
Advice: Focus on inner work and strategic planning now. Avoid hasty financial decisions. The real growth begins late 2026 into 2027. Patience yields powerful rewards.

Virgo
Networking and social connections may bring exceptional gains this year. Mid-year planetary blessings will expand your social circle with influential contacts and can help fulfill long-term goals. However, partnerships require careful selection in formalising agreements. This year rewards collaborative ventures built on trust, clear communication, and mutual respect.
Advice: Quality over quantity in partnerships. Document everything meticulously. Your network is your net worth in 2026. Choose associates who share your values and preferences.

Libra
Career elevation and public recognition dominate this year. Mid-year onwards brings leadership opportunities, business expansion, and authority in your field. This is prime time for establishing your professional reputation. Competition resolves in your favor through persistent, disciplined effort. International business opportunities may flourish dramatically.
Advice: Step confidently into leadership roles. Your professional reputation grows significantly. Service-oriented businesses and consulting ventures thrive. This is your time to shine.

Scorpio
Exceptional successes await in media, technology, and transformation-based businesses. Mid-year planetary wisdom brings long-distance opportunities, higher learning applications, and philosophical depth to your ventures. Creative projects and speculative investments require careful planning and strategic timing. Your independent vision combined with spiritual purpose creates powerful, lasting success.
Advice: Mentor others while you rise. Ethical business practices and genuine compassion toward employees multiply your blessings exponentially.

Sagittarius
Your ruling planet brings blessings thorough transformation this year. Joint finances, partnerships, shared resources, and inheritance matters in mid-year onwards significantly. This is ideal for financial partnerships, insurance ventures, and research-based businesses. Property and home-related ventures require patience but will stabilise gradually. Late year begins with a highly favorable cycle.
Advice: Transform your business model from the mid-year. Shared ventures with crystal-clear agreements prosper. Trust the divine process of change.

Capricorn
Early challenges give way to remarkable success. Communication and business operations demand discipline and careful attention initially. Mid-year onwards is highly auspicious for partnerships, marriage, and collaborative ventures. First-generation entrepreneurs experience exceptional growth if they persist through initial obstacles with determination.
Advice: Don’t give up in the first quarter when tested. Mid-year brings golden partnership opportunities. Your grit and perseverance may create remarkable breakthroughs.

Aquarius
Slow but steady financial growth comes through disciplined savings and ethical practices this year. Mid-year onwards helps you overcome competition and significantly improve daily operations and work systems. Innovation and technological opportunities present themselves consistently. New venture launches may feel unsteady initially but strengthen progressively.
Advice: Balance innovation with financial prudence. Invest in robust systems and efficient processes. Avoid over-leveraging early; best gains come in the third and fourth quarters.

Pisces
This is a karmic year of personal growth through structured challenges. Maturity, responsibility, and business restructuring dominate your journey. Mid-year onwards blesses creative ventures, education-related businesses, and projects involving children or youth. Partnerships absolutely require rationality over emotion. Focus energy on new ventures rather than worrying about fluctuating profits.
Advice: Embrace discipline and dedicated personal development. Establish clear agreements in all partnerships. The right alliance emerges through patient, wise discernment.

2026 rewards wisdom over haste, integrity over shortcuts, and people over profits. The stars offer tremendous opportunities, especially from mid-year onwards. May your business ventures align with divine timing, and may prosperity flow abundantly into your life through righteous action and unwavering faith.
The author is a Delhi-based celebrity astrologer and palmist. For personalised consultations, contact: info@astropraveen.com

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ABSTRACT :
This study explores the potential influence of the full moon phase on human physiological and psychological states. Using a stratified random sample of 380 respondents from Delhi-NCR, the research examines perceived changes in energy levels, emotional fluctuations, physical discomfort, sleep disturbances, and overall well-being. Findings indicate that many individuals experience heightened energy and emotions during the full moon, while others report minimal or no effects. These varied responses highlight individual differences and suggest a possible association between lunar phases and mental health. The study contributes to emerging research on celestial influences on human behavior.

Keywords: Full Moon, Mental Health, Emotional Fluctuations, Physiological Changes, Lunar Influence.

 

INTRODUCTION:
Full moon, one of eight lunar phases, in which the entire round illuminated face of Moon is visible from Earth. The F. M. is typically considered the most striking of the lunar phases because during this phase the most sunlight reflects off the Moon toward Earth. During and around the night of F. M., other celestial objects such as stars and planets are more difficult to observe because of Moon’s glare. It is also difficult to observe surface of Moon itself when it is full, as the light tends to wash out topographic features. Given that one half of the Moon always faces the Sun as it orbits, one half of the Moon is always illuminated and the other half is always dark. As the Moon progresses through its orbit, amount of illuminated lunar surface visible from Earth changes, creating the phases. The Moon appears full when it reaches the halfway point of its orbit that is, when it is directly opposite the Sun, with Earth in between. Due to its position opposite the Sun, the full moon rises at sunset and sets at sunrise; Emily Kendall (2023).

The full moon is the lunar phase when the Moon appears fully illuminated from Earth’s perspective. This occurs when Earth is located between the Sun and the Moon (when the ecliptic longitudes of the Sun and Moon differ by 180°) Seidelmann (1992). The lunar hemisphere facing Earth the near side is completely sunlit and appears as an approximately circular disk. The F. M. occurs roughly once a month.

The impact of lunar phases on mental health, particularly in relation to anxiety and depression, has become an emerging area of research in recent years. Traditionally, various cultures have associated the lunar cycle with human behavior, health and emotions. However, the scientific understanding of this relationship remains largely unexplored, despite growing empirical interest. Studies suggest that lunar phases, through factors such as changes in light exposure and gravitational effects, may influence psychological and physiological processes, potentially contributing to mood disturbances and anxiety disorders.

Depression and anxiety are distinct mental health conditions that often overlap. Depression is generally associated with ongoing sadness, disinterest in regular activities, and difficulty managing daily responsibilities. Conversely, anxiety is characterized by persistent fear, worry, and tension, which may lead to panic attacks or phobic reactions. Despite their frequent co-occurrence, these disorders differ in their symptoms and underlying characteristics.

Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest; Salik et al. (2022). The common features of all the depressive disorders are sadness, emptiness, or irritable mood, accompanied by somatic and cognitive changes that significantly affect the individual’s capacity to function. Depression is different from regular mood changes and feelings about everyday life. It can affect all aspects of life, including relationships with family, friends and community. It can result from or lead to problems at school and at work.

Anxiety is sometimes referred to as the psychologic equivalent of physical pain. It is apparent that the mind has difficulty dealing with strongly conflicting emotions. One mental mechanism that the mind uses to deal with such conflict is repression. A number of mental maneuvers, referred to as defense mechanisms, are utilized in the effort to prevent repressed material from reaching consciousness. These mental mechanisms include such things as reaction formation, projection, rationalization and displacement. These mental mechanisms are discussed at length in standard textbooks of psychiatry; Muskin & Kornfeld (1981).

REVIEW OF LITERATURE:
According to Hicks-Caskey & Potter (1991) in their study, they found a notable and statistically significant increase in the occurrence of misbehaviours specifically on the day of the Full Moon (FM) when compared to all other days throughout the lunar period. This fascinating finding indicates that there could be a connection or association between lunar phases, particularly the Full Moon, and an uptick in misbehaviour.

A study conducted by Owen et al. (1998) found no supporting evidence for the belief that lunar phases influence human behaviour or activity. Their findings showed no statistically significant link between the lunar cycle and the frequency or intensity of violent and aggressive behaviours.

In accordance with the findings presented by Laverty and Kelly (1998) there is no discernible connection between the incidence of traffic accidents resulting in property damage or nonfatal injuries and various lunar cycles, including the total or half synodic and anomalistic lunar cycles, as well as the stages of the waxing and waning synodic cycle.

Additionally, Barr (2000) examined significant changes in mental state of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia in relation to lunar phases. The study sought to establish whether the moon’s cycles had any bearing on the fluctuations of mental well-being experienced by schizophrenia patients.

Peters-Engl et al. (2001) examined whether the timing of surgery to specific lunar phases had any impact on survival rates of patients diagnosed with breast cancer. The result shows no significant influence on patient survival based on the particular lunar phase at which the surgery was performed.
These finding shows that lunar cycle not play play a substantial role in affecting the outcomes of breast cancer patients.

Zetting et al. (2003) discovered a noteworthy relationship between the lunar cycle and the volume of requests for appointments at a thyroid outpatient clinic. Their findings revealed statistical significance, with p-values of 0.007 for follow-up appointment requests and 0.001 for new
appointment requests. Specifically, the study identified distinct patterns in appointment requests based on the lunar cycle. Follow-up appointment requests reached their highest point approximately three days following the Full Moon (FM), whereas requests for new appointments were most frequent approximately five days after the Full Moon. These patterns suggest a notable lunar influence on the scheduling of medical appointments at the thyroid clinic, indicating that certain phases of the lunar cycle may prompt individuals to seek medical care or follow-up services. The underlying reason for these lunar-related appointment trends in healthcare settings.

Benbadis et al. (2004) carried out an extensive review of seizure incidents recorded in their epilepsy monitoring unit over a three-year period. Their study examined the total count of seizures, encompassing both epileptic and non-epileptic types. Notably, the results showed no statistically significant connection between lunar phases and overall frequency of seizures.

Rao (2004) offers a thorough and unified exploration of Vedic astrology, skilfully incorporating insights from both classical and modern references to offer a nuanced perspective on this ancient body of knowledge. The book delves into a diverse array of subjects within astrology and human psychology, encompassing discussions on the interpretation and importance of different astrological symbols and houses, the impact of planetary forces on an individual’s character and conduct, and the application of astrology as a means for self-exploration and personal development.

Valandro et al. (2004) results demonstrated notable significance levels, as evidenced by the U-test, in essence, their research uncovered compelling evidence suggesting a strong statistical association between the occurrence of human spontaneous abortion and different phases of the lunar cycle.

Schwendimann et al. (2005) carried out a study to explore the potential relationship between the incidence of patient falls in hospital settings and the various phases of the lunar cycle. The objective was to determine if specific moon phases, had any measurable impact on falls among hospitalized patients. After analyzing the data, the researchers found no correlation between lunar phases and patient fall rates, suggesting that lunar cycle does not influence patient safety within healthcare facilities.

Zimecki (2006) study suggests that lunar cycles may somehow influence or synchronize with the biological processes of menstruation and ovulation in women. Further research would be needed to explore and confirm the mechanisms underlying this phenomenon.

Ahmed et al. (2008) conducted a study to explore the potential connection between L. P. and stroke symptoms that lacked a medical explanation. Their investigation revealed that while stroke admissions appeared to be evenly distributed across various lunar phases (with a p-value of 0.72). In other words, the occurrence of stroke symptoms without a clear medical cause tended to be higher during Full Moon phases.

According to Schuld et al. (2011) noted that within the medical community, a notable curiosity regarding the potential impact of L.C. on patients. Approximately 40% of healthcare professionals hold the belief that lunar phases might exert influences on human behaviour.

Cajochen et al. (2013) conducted a review of existing literature exploring the possible impacts of lunar cycles on human behaviour and health. Their analysis proposes that variations in light exposure associated with different lunar phases might interfere with circadian rhythms, potentially resulting in alterations in mood and behaviour.

Parmar et al. (2014) conducted research to investigate the hypothesis that the influence of lunar phases on various aspects, including the prediction of hospital admissions, doesn’t occur suddenly or discretely. Instead, it’s suggested that this influence changes gradually as one gets closer to or farther from specific dates linked to particular lunar phases. These studies were designed to examine how lunar phases might affect human physiology and what potential consequences or implications this influence may have.

B.V. Raman (2015) delves into the meaningful roles of individual planets and their positioning within the various houses of the horoscope. He also emphasizes the significance of planetary aspects and conjunctions. The book encompasses additional subjects, including retrograde planets, planetary periods, and the utilization of divisional charts. Throughout the book, the author offers a multitude of case studies and examples to effectively demonstrate the practical application of Vedic astrology principles and techniques.

Joswig et al. (2016), found no significant correlations between moon phases and perioperative complications or outcomes in planned back surgeries.

Banfield et al. (2017) reported findings indicating a possible influence of lunar phases on the incidence of intracranial aneurysm ruptures. However, it is important to acknowledge that the studies they cited were based on relatively small sample sizes, offered minimal detail about the patient populations involved, and lacked comprehensive explanations of the statistical methods employed in the analyses. Francis et al. (2017) explored the possible relationship between the lunar cycle and psychiatric cases, and the frequency of psychiatric admissions to emergency departments (EDs). Their study adds to the ongoing debate about the potential link between lunar cycles and human behavior, highlighting importance of empirical research in investigating such phenomena.MarcoGracia (2019) reported that moon phases did not affect surgical blood loss or the frequency of medical emergencies. In essence, the syudy suggest that lunar phases do not have a substantial influence on these healthcare-related factors. According to Burgess et al. (2021) observed that individuals tend to experience a more positive mood when the moon is closer to the full moon phase and a more negative mood when it’s nearer to the new moon phase. This alignment with the lunar
illuminance cycle, which spans approximately 29.5 days, suggests a cyclical pattern in mood. Over a span of 3.3 years, this individual’s daily mood and sleep patterns seemed to correspond with the lunar cycle. Specifically, they reported shorter sleep duration and a more positive mood during the full moon phase in contrast to the new moon phase when sleep duration was longer, and mood was less positive.Maslov (2022) examining the potential influence of moon phases on individuals with mental disorders and their frequency of emergency and urgent admissions to mental hospitals in the city of Penza and Penza oblast (Russia) during the years 2018 and 2019. The study specifically looked at the
frequency of hospital admissions among individuals with severe mental disorders characterized by pronounced psychotic and affective or behavioural manifestations, during various moon phases. This finding aligns with similar international studies, suggesting that lunar phases may not have a substantial impact on the frequency of emergency and urgent admissions for individuals with severe mental disorders.

OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY:

• To study potential physiological changes among individuals associated with the full moon phase.
  RESEARCH METHODOLOGY:
  Area of Research: The area of research includes Delhi- NCR.
  Sampling Design: In this study, the researcher employed a stratified random sampling technique to gather data from various respondents. The researcher has taken 380 respondents from the DelhiNCR.

ANALYSIS RELATED TO PHYSIOLOGICAL CHANGES AMONG INDIVIDUALS ASSOCIATED WITH THE FULL MOON PHASE
Table 1: Table showing the response related to physiological changes among individuals associated with the full moon phase

 

 

Analysis: 1. Increased Energy Levels: A majority of respondents perceive increased energy levels during the full moon, with 72.1% agreeing. However, 13.95% remain neutral, while 13.95% disagree, indicating individual variations in experience. So, many respondents feel an increase in
energy levels during the full moon, while some remain neutral or do not experience any change.
2. Emotional Fluctuations: Emotional fluctuations during the full moon are widely reported, with 85% agreeing. Only a small minority (7.37%) remain neutral, while 7.37% disagree, reflecting mixed perspectives. Hence, emotional fluctuations are commonly reported, with most individuals noticing mood shifts, though a small portion remains unaffected.
3. Physical Discomfort: Nearly half (49.74%) report physical discomfort such as headaches or body aches during the full moon. However, 25.26% remain uncertain, and 25% disagree, showing divided opinions. Some respondents experience physical discomfort like headaches or body aches, while others report no significant effects on their health.
4. Outdoor Activity Engagement: Engagement in outdoor physical activities increases during the full moon for 71.31% of respondents, while 12.37% are neutral and 16.32% disagree, indicating varied behavioral patterns. The full moon encourages outdoor physical activities for many
individuals, though some do not notice any impact on their behavior.
5. Sleep Disturbances: Sleep disturbances are not a major concern, with 51.84% reporting no issues. However, 26.58% struggle with sleep, while 21.58% remain neutral, suggesting possible psychological or environmental factors. So, sleep disturbances during the full moon are not a major
concern for most, but a notable number of individuals report difficulty falling asleep.
6. Overall Well-Being Impact: A significant 62.90% believe the full moon affects their well-being, 18.68% remain uncertain, and 18.42% disagree, highlighting diverse perspectives on lunar influence.
So, majority believe the full moon affects their overall well-being, though opinions vary, with some remaining uncertain or skeptical.

CONCLUSION:
The study reveals that the full moon phase is perceived by many individuals to influence various aspects of their physical and emotional well-being. Respondents commonly report increased energy levels, emotional fluctuations, and greater participation in outdoor activities during this lunar phase. While some individuals also experience physical discomfort and sleep disturbances, others report no noticeable changes, indicating varied personal experiences. Overall, a significant portion of the population feels that the full moon has an impact on their general well-being, though perceptions differ. These findings suggest a potential link between lunar phases and human psychological or physiological responses.

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Published In: Juni Khyat Journal

Abstract
This study explores the influence of the full moon phase on cognitive performance, with a focus on memory, concentration, decision-making, and mental clarity. Rooted in both ancient beliefs and modern scientific inquiry, the research draws on perspectives from Vedic astrology and empirical studies to examine how lunar phases may affect psychological well-being. A stratified random sample of 380 respondents from Delhi-NCR was surveyed to assess cognitive changes associated with the full moon. While some individuals reported memory lapses, emotional sensitivity, and mental fog, others experienced no noticeable cognitive disturbances. These mixed findings highlight individual variability and suggest that lunar phases may impact certain cognitive functions in susceptible individuals. Further interdisciplinary research is needed to deepen understanding.

 

Keywords: Full moon, cognitive performance, lunar phases, mental health, vedic astrology.

Introduction
The concept of lunar phases and its impact on mental health dates back to ancient times, where people believed that the moon’s different phases could affect their emotional and mental states. For instance, full moon was thought to bring about insanity, while a new moon was believed to be associated with depression and sadness. Although traditionally considered a myth, an increasing body of empirical research now supports a connection between lunar phases and mental health. The potential impact of the lunar cycle on human psychological and physiological disturbances has been recognized in academic literature as the ‘Transylvanian Effect’, Mason (1997) ^[1]. Vedic astrology is a form of astrology that originated in ancient India and is founded on the principle that celestial entities interact with and affect human life. According to Vedic astrology, lunar phases can impact a person’s mental and emotional well-being, including depression and anxiety. According to Vedic astrology, the moon is regarded as a significant planet that influences human behavior and emotions. The phases of the moon are believed to have a profound impact on a person’s mental and emotional state and understanding these phases is critical in predicting and preventing mental health issues. In Vedic astrology, there are two primary lunar phases that are considered to be significant: the full moon (Purnima) and the new moon (Amavasya). The full moon is aligned with increased energy and heightened emotions, while the new moon is a connection with rest and rejuvenation. During the full moon phase, emotions can become intensified, leading to irritability, restlessness, and even aggression. During the new moon phase, individuals may experience a sense of withdrawal, lethargy, and decreased motivation. Vedic astrology is also believed to exert a considerable influence on a person’s emotional and psychological well-being. The full moon and new moon phases, in particular, are considered to be important in determining a person’s mood and behaviour. In Hindu astrology, each Mahadasa is also subdivided into planetary periods called Bhukti that allow a deeper examination of the influence of each Mahadasa, Krishnamurti KS, (2006) ^[2].

The exact mechanisms explaining the connection between lunar phases and mental health remain unclear. Nonetheless, numerous theories have been proposed. One theory proposes that the moon’s gravitational pull might influence the fluid balance in the brain, potentially causing shifts in mood and behavior.

Another theory posits that fluctuations in light exposure during different lunar phases could disrupt circadian rhythms, resulting in alterations to sleep patterns, mood, and behavior. Sleep disturbances and sleep deprivation may be linked to the lunar phases as well; Foster & Roenneberg (2008) ^[9].

The effect of lunar phases on mental health, especially depression and anxiety, is an increasingly studied area. More research is required to gain a more profound insight into link between lunar phases and mental health and to create effective treatment strategies. The study of this relationship is an interdisciplinary field that holds cultural, scientific, and practical relevance. It presents an opportunity to integrate traditional wisdom with contemporary scientific inquiry to enhance our understanding and management of mental health issues related to lunar cycles.

The connection between lunar phases and mental health, especially depression and anxiety, has deep historical significance in many cultures and is increasingly supported by modern research. Vedic astrology, which originates from ancient India, highlights the moon’s impact on emotional and mental health, linking the full moon to intensified emotions and the new moon to rest and introspection. Despite this long- tanding belief, the exact mechanisms driving this relationship have yet to be fully uncovered. Some theories propose that gravitational influences and disruptions to circadian rhythms may play a role in affecting mental well-being.

Review of Literature
Parmeshwaran et al. (1999) ^[4] investigated the incidence of non-affective psychoses concerning lunar phases. Their study sought to determine if there was a correlation between moon’s phases and the occurrence of non-affective psychiatric disorders, shedding light on a potential link between lunar cycles and specific mental health conditions. Additionally, Barr (2000) ^[5] examined significant changes in mental state of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia in relation to lunar phases. The study sought to establish whether the moon’s cycles had any bearing on the fluctuations of mental well-being experienced by schizophrenia patients.

Peters-Engl et al. (2001) ^[6] examined whether the timing of surgery to specific lunar phases had any impact on survival rates of patients diagnosed with breast cancer. The result shows no significant influence on patient survival based on the particular lunar phase at which the surgery was performed. These finding shows that lunar cycle not play play a substantial role in affecting the outcomes of breast cancer patients.

Benbadis et al. (2004) ^[7] carried out an extensive review of seizure incidents recorded in their epilepsy monitoring unit over a three-year period. Their study examined the total count of seizures, encompassing both epileptic and non epileptic types. Notably, the results showed no statistically significant connection between lunar phases and overall frequency of seizures.

Röösli et al. (2006) ^[8] study suggested a correlation between LP and sleep duration, with participants experiencing slightly shorter sleep durations during Full Moon phases. It also highlighted gender and age differences in sleep patterns and noted that morning fatigue levels varied with the lunar cycle, with increased tiredness observed during Full Moon periods.

Moonlight, particularly during the three days surrounding the Full Moon (FM), would have offered the opportunity for various activities such as labor, hunting, journeys, and even social interactions. Consequently, genuine alterations in human behavior and activity patterns could have become linked to the lunar phases. This observation finds support in numerous studies, as indicated by Foster & Roenneberg (2008) ^[9].

Cajochen et al. (2013) ^[10] conducted a review of existing literature exploring the possible impacts of lunar cycles on human behaviour and health. Their analysis proposes that variations in light exposure associated with different lunar phases might interfere with circadian rhythms, potentially resulting in alterations in mood and behaviour.

It has been discovered that moon phases have no discernible impact on various aspects of life and healthcare, including birthdates and frequencies, disease occurrence, mortality rates, and long-term survival following living donor renal transplantation, as demonstrated by Kleespies et al. (2017) ^[11].

Marco-Gracia (2019) ^[12] reported that moon phases did not affect surgical blood loss or the frequency of medical emergencies. In essence, the syudy suggest that lunar phases do not have a substantial influence on these healthcare related factors.

According to Casiraghi et al. (2021) ^[13] conducted a study involving participants residing in an urban environment, and their longitudinal wrist actigraphy data unveiled interesting patterns in what the authors refer to as “lunar cyclers.” These individuals, falling within the top quartile of lunar cycling, displayed distinct sleep behaviours influenced by lunar phases. Specifically, during the time surrounding the full moon compared to the new moon, these lunar cyclers exhibited a shift in their sleep patterns.

Burges et al. (2022) ^[14] underscored that two individuals, P3 and P5, exhibited distinct sleep and mood patterns in relation to lunar cycles. P3 consistently displayed stable sleep and mood patterns over time. However, P5, while not consistently showing changes in total sleep time or mood, did exhibit later sleep onset specifically near time of full moon.

Research Objectives
To study full moon phase associated with changes in cognitive performance.

Research Methodology

• Area of Research: The area of research includes Delhi- NCR.
• Sampling Design: In this study, the researcher employed a stratified random sampling technique to gather data from various respondents. The researcher has taken 380 respondents from the Delhi- NCR.

Analysis related to relationship of full moon phase associated with changes in cognitive performance
Table 1: Table showing the response related to relationship of full moon phase associated with changes in cognitive performance.

Analysis

• Cognitive Performance Variations: A majority (76.05%) notice changes in memory and concentration during the full moon, while 8.94% report no effects, and 15% remain neutral. This suggests that cognitive fluctuations may be influenced by factors like sleep disturbances, emotional sensitivity or psychological arousal.
•  Memory Retention and Recall: Around 30.78% report difficulties with memory retention and recall, while 47.37% experience no impact, and 21.85% remain neutral. This indicates that memory function remains stable for most individuals, though some may be affected by cognitive distractions linked to the lunar cycle.
• Decision-Making Abilities: A majority (53.96%) do not experience impaired decision-making during the full moon, while 26.31% believe their judgment is affected, and 19.73% remain neutral. These findings suggest that while some perceive decision-making challenges, most individuals maintain normal cognitive processing.
• Cognitive Errors and Distractions: About 56.58% report no increase in cognitive errors, while 25% notice more frequent mistakes, and 18.42% remain neutral. This suggests that while some individuals feel mentally distracted, most do not experience a decline in cognitive accuracy during the full moon.
• Logical Thinking and Clarity: A majority (52.1%) report no disruptions in logical thinking, while 27.9% experience mental fog, and 20% remain neutral. These findings suggest that while some individuals associate the full moon with cognitive difficulties, the overall impact on mental clarity is not widely experienced.

Conclusion
The findings indicate that the full moon phase may influence cognitive performance in certain individuals, though the overall effects vary. Some respondents report challenges with memory retention, increased cognitive distractions, and a sense of mental fog, suggesting a potential link between the lunar phase and cognitive function. However, a majority do not experience significant impairments in decision-making, logical thinking, or cognitive accuracy. This variation highlights individual differences in sensitivity to environmental or psychological factors associated with the full moon. Overall, while some cognitive fluctuations are perceived, the full moon does not appear to universally disrupt mental performance or clarity.

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ABSTRACT
The present study explores the prevalence and severity of depression and anxiety symptoms during the full moon phase among individuals in Delhi-NCR. Using stratified random sampling, data from 380 respondents were analyzed. The findings suggest that while a portion of individuals report heightened emotional disturbances during the full moon, the majority do not experience significant mental health changes. The study highlights the complex interplay between lunar phases and psychological well-being, emphasizing the role of individual resilience and external influences over lunar impact.

Keywords: Full Moon Phase, Depression and Anxiety.

1. INTRODUCTION
Depression and anxiety are among the most prevalent mental health disorders worldwide, impacting millions of individuals. Their development and intensification are influenced by a range of environmental, biological and social factors. There has been a rising interest in recent years toward exploring the potential link between lunar phases and mental health, especially in relation to depression and anxiety. The concept of lunar phases and its impact on mental health dates back to ancient times, where people believed that the moon’s different phases could affect their emotional and mental states. For instance, full moon was thought to bring about insanity, while a new moon was believed to be associated with depression and sadness. Although traditionally considered a myth, an increasing body of empirical research now supports a connection between lunar phases and mental health. The potential impact of the lunar cycle on human psychological and physiological disturbances has been recognized in academic literature as the ‘Transylvanian Effect’, Mason (1997).

The effect of lunar phases on mental health, especially depression and anxiety, is an increasingly studied area. More research is required to gain a more profound insight into link between lunar phases and mental health and to create effective treatment strategies. The study of this relationship is an interdisciplinary field that holds cultural, scientific, and practical relevance. It presents an opportunity to integrate traditional wisdom with contemporary scientific inquiry to enhance our understanding and management of mental health issues related to lunar cycles.

The connection between lunar phases and mental health, especially depression and anxiety, has deep historical significance in many cultures and is increasingly supported by modern research. Vedic astrology, which originates from ancient India, highlights the moon’s impact on emotional and mental health, linking the full moon to intensified emotions and the new moon to rest and introspection. Despite this long-standing belief, the exact mechanisms driving this relationship have yet to be fully uncovered. Some theories propose that gravitational influences and disruptions to circadian rhythms may play a role in affecting mental well-being.

Full moon, one of eight lunar phases, in which the entire round illuminated face of Moon is visible from Earth. The F.M. is typically considered the most striking of the lunar phases because during this phase the most sunlight reflects off the Moon toward Earth. During and around the night of F. M., other celestial objects such as stars and planets are more difficult to observe because of Moon’s glare. It is also difficult to observe surface of Moon itself when it is full, as the light tends to wash out topographic features. Given that one half of the Moon always faces the Sun as it orbits, one half of the Moon is always illuminated and the other half is always dark. As the Moon progresses through its orbit, amount of illuminated lunar surface visible from Earth changes, creating the phases. The Moon appears full when it reaches the halfway point of its orbit that is, when it is directly opposite the Sun, with Earth in between. Due to its position opposite the Sun, the full moon rises at sunset and sets at sunrise; Emily Kendall (2023).

The concept of the prevalence and severity of depression and anxiety symptoms during the full moon has been a topic of interest in both cultural beliefs and scientific inquiry. Historically, many cultures have associated the full moon with heightened emotional states and psychological disturbances. The prevalence and severity of depression and anxiety symptoms during the F. M. is a topic that has intrigued both researchers and general public for many years. It stems from belief that lunar phases, particularly the full moon, may have a profound impact on human behavior and mental health. Prevalence pertains to the number of individuals experiencing depression and anxiety symptoms during the full moon phase compared to other times of the lunar cycle. Severity measures the intensity or degree of the symptoms. When discussing depression and anxiety, severity can range from mild to severe, impacting individuals’ daily functioning and well-being.

Depression and anxiety are complex mental health conditions influenced by various biological, psychological, and environmental factors.The full moon may influence mental health is rooted in folklore, cultural beliefs, and anecdotal evidence. Many people have claimed that during a full moon, they experience heightened emotions, sleep disturbances, or mood swings. However, scientific research has yielded mixed results, and it is essential to distinguish between correlation and causation like Hicks-Caskey & Potter (1991) in their study found a notable and statistically significant increase in the occurrence of misbehaviours specifically on the day of the Full Moon (FM) when compared to all other days throughout the lunar period. This intriguing observation suggests that there may be a correlation or association between lunar phases, particularly the full moon, and an uptick in misbehaviour.

Röösli et al. (2006) conducted a study that explored the potential impact of lunar phases on the duration of sleep, as part of a secondary analysis within a feasibility study concerning mobile telephone base stations and sleep quality. The study suggested a correlation between lunar phases and sleep duration, with participants experiencing slightly shorter sleep durations during full moon phases. It also highlighted gender and age differences in sleep patterns and noted that morning fatigue levels varied with the lunar cycle, with increased tiredness observed during full moon periods.

2. REVIEW OF LITERATURE
According to Hicks-Caskey & Potter (1991) in their study, they found a notable and statistically significant increase in the occurrence of misbehaviours specifically on the day of the Full Moon (FM) when compared to all other days throughout the lunar period. This fascinating finding indicates that there could be a connection or association between lunar phases, particularly the Full Moon, and an uptick in misbehaviour.

A study conducted by Owen et al. (1998) found no supporting evidence for the belief that lunar phases influence human behaviour or activity. Their findings showed no statistically significant link between the lunar cycle and the frequency or intensity of violent and aggressive behaviours.

In accordance with the findings presented by Laverty and Kelly (1998) there is no discernible connection between the incidence of traffic accidents resulting in property damage or nonfatal injuries and various lunar cycles, including the total or half synodic and anomalistic lunar cycles, as well as the stages of the waxing and waning synodic cycle. Parmeshwaran et al. (1999) investigated the incidence of non affective psychoses concerning lunar phases. Their study sought to determine if there was a correlation between moon’s phases and the occurrence of non-affective psychiatric disorders, shedding light on a potential link between lunar cycles and specific mental health conditions.Additionally, Barr (2000) examined significant changes in mental state of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia in relation to lunar phases. The study sought to establish whether the moon’s cycles had any bearing on the fluctuations of mental well-being experienced by schizophrenia patients.

Peters-Engl et al. (2001) examined whether the timing of surgery to specific lunar phases had any impact on survival rates of patients diagnosed with breast cancer. The result shows no significant influence on patient survival based on the particular lunar phase at which the surgery was performed. These finding shows that lunar cycle not play play a substantial role in affecting the outcomes of breast cancer patients.

Benbadis et al. (2004) carried out an extensive review of seizure incidents recorded in their epilepsy monitoring unit over a three-year period. Their study examined the total count of seizures, encompassing both epileptic and non epileptic types. Notably, the results showed no statistically significant connection between lunar phases and overall frequency of seizures.

Röösli et al. (2006) study suggested a correlation between L. P. and sleep duration, with participants experiencing slightly shorter sleep durations during Full Moon phases. It also highlighted gender and age differences in sleep patterns and noted that morning fatigue levels varied with the lunar cycle, with increased tiredness observed during Full Moon periods. Various studies have explored the potential influence of moon phases on exacerbation of mental illnesses, encompassing different facets of behavioural disorders. Calver et al. (2009) delved into this phenomenon, investigating how lunar phases might relate to distinct manifestations of behavioural disorders. Their research aimed to understand whether certain phases of moon could contribute to worsening of these conditions.

Banfield et al. (2017) reported findings indicating a possible influence of lunar phases on the incidence of intracranial aneurysm ruptures. However, it is important to acknowledge that the studies they cited were based on relatively small sample sizes, offered minimal detail about the patient populations involved, and lacked comprehensive explanations of the statistical methods employed in the analyses.

Maslov (2022) examining the potential influence of moon phases on individuals with mental disorders and their frequency of emergency and urgent admissions to mental hospitals in the city of Penza and Penza oblast (Russia) during the years 2018 and 2019. The study specifically looked at the frequency of hospital admissions among individuals with severe mental disorders characterized by pronounced psychotic and affective or behavioural manifestations, during various moon phases. This finding aligns with similar international studies, suggesting that lunar phases may not have a substantial impact on the frequency of emergency and urgent admissions for individuals with severe mental disorders.

Kumar’s (2024) study explores the long-standing belief that phases of moon influence the human mind. Given the advancements in space exploration, including humanity’s landing on the moon, these beliefs warrant further investigation. The study addresses the question of whether moon cycles have any impact on mental health disorders.

OBJECTIVE OF THE RESEARCH STUDY

• To analyze the prevalence and severity of depression and anxiety symptoms during the full moon phase.

3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Area of Research: The area of research includes Delhi- NCR.
Sampling Design: In this study, the researcher employed a stratified random sampling technique to gather data from various respondents. The researcher has taken 380 respondents from the Delhi- NCR.

ANALYSIS RELATED TO PREVALENCE AND SEVERITY OF DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS DURING  THE FULL MOON PHASE
Table 1: Table showing the response related to prevalence and severity of depression symptoms during the full moon phase

 

Analysis:
1. Perception of Depressive Symptoms: A total of 34.48% report increased feelings of sadness or hopelessness during the full moon, while 38.15% do not notice any changes. Additionally, 27.37% remain neutral, indicating mixed perceptions and varying emotional responses to the lunar phase.
2. Impact on Stress Management: About 33.43% find it harder to cope with stress during the full moon, whereas 52.36% report no additional difficulties. Meanwhile, 14.21% remain neutral. So, stress management appears largely unaffected by the lunar phase for most respondents, though some individuals find it harder to cope, indicating personal resilience and external factors play a bigger role.
3. Social Withdrawal Patterns: While 39.48% feel more socially withdrawn during the full moon, 53.94% do not experience increased isolation. A small portion (6.58%) remains neutral, highlighting that social behaviors are shaped more by personal and external factors than lunar phases.
4. Seeking Professional Help: A notable 45.78% have sought therapy or medication for depressive symptoms linked to the full moon, whereas 40.78% have not. About 13.42% remain neutral. So, a significant number of individuals seek professional help for depressive symptoms linked to the full moon, though others either do not experience such effects or do not find them severe enough to warrant intervention.
5. Thoughts of Self-Harm: Most respondents 59.73% do not experience increased thoughts of self-harm during the full moon. However, 29.49% report a higher likelihood of such thoughts, and 10.78% remain neutral, emphasizing the complexity of mental health influences beyond lunar cycles.
6. Impact on Daily Functioning: Nearly half 48.94% report a decline in productivity and daily task performance due to depressive symptoms during the full moon, while 41.57% do not. Meanwhile, 9.47% remain neutral, indicating variability in how individuals perceive and respond to lunar influences.

4. CONCLUSION
The result indicate that depressive symptoms during the full moon phase are experienced by a noticeable portion of individuals, manifesting in feelings of sadness, social withdrawal, stress-related difficulties, and impaired daily functioning. While a considerable number seek professional help, and some report more serious concerns such as thoughts of self-harm, the majority of respondents do not observe significant changes in their mental health or behavior during this lunar phase. This suggests that while the full moon may influence emotional and psychological states for certain individuals, its impact is not universally severe or consistent, and is likely moderated by personal vulnerability, coping mechanisms, and external life circumstances.

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Vedic astrology is a time-honored system that has guided personal and societal decisions in India for thousands of years. While traditionally used to assess individual destinies, marriage compatibility, or spiritual progress, its application has expanded in recent decades to areas like business, finance, and entrepreneurship. One intriguing and increasingly discussed aspect is how planetary influences can signal the right timing for investments to flow into a company or startup.

Jupiter, known as the planet of wisdom and wealth, is considered the most auspicious when it comes to growth and prosperity. A strong Jupiter—either in a company’s foundation chart or in the founder’s personal horoscope—often indicates periods when the business can attract significant financial profit and investments alike. When Jupiter transits in favorable houses, it tends to support financial profit and growth, business partnerships, and to attract funding opportunities. Jupiter’s influence is even more powerful during its Mahadasha or Antardasha, making it a prominent period for seeking venture capital or strategic funding.

Venus, another benefic planet, is associated with prosperity, luxury, and physical attraction. In a context business, Venus signifies cash flow, brand value, and the ability to draw-in investors. If Venus is strongly placed, the venture is likely to receive favorable responses from investors and financial profits. Venus is also important in industries related to architecture design, beauty, fashion, hospitality, or anything appealing to the senses and sensitivity.

Mercury is crucial for its role in communication, intellect, influence and commerce. It governs negotiation, sales, and presentations—skills essential for attracting investors. When Mercury is well-placed in a birth chart or business horoscope, it enhances the scope of successful investor outreach. Mercury periods or transits can be particularly favorable for investor pitching, fundraising events, and completing financial agreements.

Saturn, often misunderstood as a planet of hardship, but in actuality plays a vital role in bringing long-term success and structural development. While it may sometime delay immediate gratification, But Saturn’s influence usually results in stable and serious investments, especially from institutional sources. Saturn’s favorable placement—or its alignment with other financial planets like Venus or Mercury—can indicate a phase where investors show interest with due diligence and careful consideration.

Rahu is linked with innovation, sudden gains, and unconventional paths to success. It’s particularly powerful in today’s tech-driven, disruptive startup ecosystem. A strong Rahu can bring unexpected foreign investments or market traction. Startups in the innovative technology, AI, or crypto space often thrive during Rahu periods. When Rahu is placed in entrepreneurial or profit-related houses, it can create conditions for sudden windfalls or unexpected backing from influential investors.

Timing(Mahurat) is everything in Vedic astrology, and the Vimshottari Dasha system is central to forecasting in vedic astrology when significant events—like investments—are likely to occur. A person or company undergoing the Dasha of a wealth-promoting planet such as Jupiter, Venus, or Mercury is more likely to gain profit and attract investors. The selection of a Muhurta, or astrologically auspicious time, thus can also be crucial. Entrepreneurs often consult astrologers to choose and appropriate ideal timings for launching fundraising campaigns, meeting investors, or signing contracts. These timings are determined based on a combination of Hindu Calendar (Tithis), Nakshatras (constellations), and planetary positions to maximize success and minimize risk.

In conclusion, Vedic astrology offers a successful and beneficial framework for understanding when and how investments might materialize in a business. While it should not replace sound financial planning or market analysis, it can serve as a complementary tool—especially for founders and investors who recognize the value of aligning their actions with cosmic timing. Consulting a skilled astrologer to interpret one’s chart—or a company’s foundation chart—can provide valuable insights into potential funding windows and optimal growth periods.

If you’re curious about exploring this further, consider a personalized reading or chart analysis to see how the planets align positively for you.

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Once associated primarily with spiritual seekers, the worship of Maa Baglamukhi—one of the ten Mahavidyas—is now drawing the attention of industrialists and business leaders. In an era of cutthroat competition and future uncertainty, Maa Baglamukhi, known for intimidating enemies and removing obstacles, is becoming a spiritual force in executive circles.

In India’s rich spiritual tradition, the ten Mahavidyas are powerful goddesses, each embodying a unique cosmic force. Among them, Maa Baglamukhi, the eighth Mahavidya, stands out for her fierce yet graceful power to control negativity, dissuade enemies, and grant success in crisis—whether personal, professional, or karmic. Historically invoked by politicians, warriors, and seekers of victory, her worship is now quietly but steadily gaining traction among an unexpected group: corporate leaders and business executives.

As boardroom battles grow more intense and global markets more volatile, many in the business world are seeking not just financial advisors and strategy consultants, but divine support. More and more CEOs, entrepreneurs, and startup founders are participating in Maa Baglamukhi Darshan-Pooja, consulting Vedic Tantric pundits, and visiting her powerful shrines in search of clarity, protection, and dominance in these competitive environments.

Maa Baglamukhi is often depicted in golden attire, holding the tongue of a demon while preparing to strike with a club. This dramatic iconography symbolises her unique power of stambhana—the ability to “freeze” or immobilise negative forces, including gossip, lawsuits, enemies, or internal doubts. She is not a goddess of destruction, but of control, especially over chaotic external factors or hostile opposition.

This power of stambhana resonates strongly with those navigating the cutthroat world of business, where boardroom politics, legal battles, smear campaigns, and hostile competition are everyday realities. Executives see in Maa Baglamukhi a force that can help them control narratives, neutralise threats, and protect reputations, without aggression, but through inner strength and spiritual dominance.

Far from being mere superstition, this movement reflects a growing synthesis between spirituality and strategy. Many corporate leaders view such rituals not as blind belief but as energetic alignment. Just as they invest in mindfulness coaching, yoga, or energy healing, these leaders see Vedic rituals and deity worship as ancient technologies—designed to shift subtle energies and overcome karmic resistance.

The Baglamukhi Yagna is particularly revered for its intense vibrational effect. I feel, along with my innumerable clients, conducted under the guidance of me, and Vedic Tantric experts, it involves the chanting of powerful beej mantras, sacred offerings into the fire, and specific rituals performed during auspicious planetary alignments. These ceremonies are often kept Discreet, performed at private residences or spiritual centers, away from public view.

In many cases, business leaders don’t just seek blessings for success, but for protection from litigation, hostile takeovers, corporate espionage, or even internal betrayal. The energy of Maa Baglamukhi is believed to create a spiritual shield, ensuring not only victory but also stability in times of disruption.

Business leaders are embracing spirituality not as a retreat from ambition, but as a means to refine it. As Stress, Burnout, and Mental Health challenges rise in high-stakes industries, many find that spiritual practices offer resilience, clarity, and a deeper sense of purpose.

The worship of Maa Baglamukhi in particular appeals to those who must make hard decisions, stand firm in public crises, or protect their vision in the face of criticism. She is not merely a Destroyer of enemies, but a giver of inner silence, resolve, and unwavering focus.

Interestingly, this quiet surge in Baglamukhi devotion is not confined to India. Indian-origin CEOs and investors in global markets—especially in the U.S., Singapore, and the Middle East—are also turning to this Mahavidya. Often, priests overseas are arranging live-streamed rituals for Her blessings.

In a world increasingly governed by data, logic, and performance metrics, the return to a fierce, feminine deity of spiritual control may seem NOT surprising. For those who understand Indian DHARMA, it makes perfect sense. Dharma and karma, intention and vibration, protection and empowerment—these are not just ideas. But they are timeless tools for navigating complexity with grace.

Maa Baglamukhi is a goddess of fearlessness. Her devotees are not running from problems, but choosing to face them with divine support. As corporate leaders embrace her power, it signals a deeper realization: that true success requires not just strategy, but spiritual alignment.

In the quiet sanctums where sacred fires burn and pious mantras echo, today’s decision-makers are discovering what rishis knew long ago—when the outer world wavers, it is the inner force that holds the key.

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As the dictum goes, “there is nothing free in this world” so in today’s digital age, where almost every service is just a click away, free offers often come with dearly hidden costs. One increasingly popular trend these days’ people are passionate with is “free astrology services” that promise personalised horoscopes, compatibility checks, and future predictions—all for no obvious charge. While these offers may seem harmless or even intriguing, they could be covertly compromising your data and privacy.

Here’s a tentative list which one should know about the involved damaging risks.

How to decipher ways of the Data Collection and theft:
For using these “free” services, users are often required to provide personal information, such as:
• Name: A basic but vital piece of information for identifying the profile.
• Date, Time, and Place of Birth: Essential for astrology calculations but also highly specific identifiers.
• Email Address and Phone Number: Often used for targeted marketing or, worse, phishing scams.
• Relationship Status: Information that can be exploited for marketing or sold to advertisers or for blackmailing so common these days.

Some services even provoke users to share intimate details about their lives, habits, or future aspirations. What might feel like an innocent sharing of details for a horoscope can turn into a goldmine of information for data harvesters and for exploitation in various ways.

How Your Data Might Be Used

Many of these “free astrology services” operate on a business model centered around data collection and monetization. Here’s how your data might be exploited:

• Sold to Third Parties: Your data could be sold to advertisers or data brokers who use it to create targeted marketing campaigns.
• Phishing and Scams: With access to your contact information and personal details, hackers may launch phishing attempts or censuring theft or putting criminal blames.
• Behavioral Profiling: By analyzing your responses and inputs, companies can create a psychological profile, which is always sold to marketers or even used for manipulative advertising.
• Future Data Breaches: Small or unregulated platforms are often vulnerable to hacking, putting your sensitive data at risk of exposure.

Red Flags to Watch Out For
Here are some alarming signs that a free astrology service might not have you as a beneficiary:
• Pushy Marketing: Repeated prompts to upgrade to a “premium” version or aggressive email campaigns can indicate that your data is being monetized.
• Excessive Permissions: Some services request access to your social media accounts, location, or even payment information—none of which should be necessary for a free horoscope.
• No Credible Source: If the website or app lacks reviews, has no identifiable owner, or appears hastily created, it’s better to steer clear.
• Vague Privacy Policies: If the platform doesn’t clearly outline how your data will be used or stored, consider it as a danger sign.

How to Protect Yourself
• Limit Information Sharing: Provide only the bare minimum information required, and avoid sharing sensitive details like your full name, birth time, or contact info unless absolutely necessary.
• Read Privacy Policies: While tedious, this step can help you understand how your data will be used.
• Use Temporary Emails: Consider using a temporary or secondary email address for such services to avoid spam or phishing attempts.
• Enable Privacy Tools: Use browser extensions or VPNs to protect your online footprint and block tracking scripts.
• Verify the Source: Stick to reputable astrology platforms with established privacy practices and positive reviews.

Remember that if something is free, you are likely the product. The lure of free astrology services is understandable but Many people seek guidance or entertainment through horoscopes, and the promise of a ‘personalised’ experience can feel irresistible. However, it’s important to protecting your privacy is more important than a fleeting prediction about your future.

Your data—and your privacy—are far more valuable than a free horoscope So, before you input your personal details into an online astrology service, take a moment to consider the potential risks.

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the publication.

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लार्ड माउंटबेटन ने भारत और पाकिस्तान दोनों देशों को 14-15 अगस्त में से किसी दिन अपनी-अपनी आजादी के कार्यक्रम निर्धारित करने को कहा। ज्योतिष विज्ञान में आस्था रखने वाले डॉ राजेन्द्र प्रसाद ने देश के भविष्य व अखंड संप्रभुता के लिए महाकाल की नगरी उज्जैन के प्रसिद्द ज्योतिषाचार्य पंडित सूर्यनारायण व्यास से आजादी के लिए उपयुक्त मुहूर्त चुनने के लिए निवेदन किया। इसी बीच पाकिस्तान ने 14 अगस्त को अपनी स्वतंत्रता की औपचारिक घोषणा कर दी।

15 अगस्त 1947 की मध्यरात्री 00:00 बजे भारत का जन्म नही विभाजन हुआ परंतु उस दिन देश के इतिहास मे एक इतनी बड़ी घटना घटी जिससे देश की राजनीतिक, भौगोलिक,आर्थिक, धार्मिक व सामाजिक सभी प्रभावित हुए और इस घटना को जन्म तो नही परंतु भारत देश का पुनर्जन्म ही था। भारत की जन्मकुंडली की चर्चा मे हम इसी पुनर्जन्म अर्थात स्वतंत्र भारत की कुंडली को आधार मान कर विश्लेषण करते है। किसी भी देश की कुंडली का विश्लेषण करना हो तो उसके देश की कुंडली के साथ ही उस देश के राजा अर्थात प्रधानमंत्री की जन्मपत्रिका से भी विचार करना चाहिए।

ज्योतिष शास्त्रों के सिद्धांतों के अनुसार 14-15 अगस्त 1947 के गोचर में पञ्चग्रही युतियां अर्थात पांच गृह कुंडली के एक ही भाव में थे जो की देश और समाज के लिए अशुभ था। पं सूर्यनारायण व्यास ने आजादी के लिए 15 अगस्त 1947 की मध्यरात्री बारह बजे का मुहूर्त निर्धारित किया। उनका मानना था कि इससे लोकतंत्र स्थिर रहेगा। क्योंकि उस वक्त स्थिर लग्न ‘वृषभ’ चल रहा था, जो किसी भी कार्य की शुरुआत और उसके स्थायित्व के लिए सबसे शुभ लग्न माना जाता है। उसी समय रात 12:15 के पूर्व सर्वश्रेष्ठ अभिजित मुहूर्त भी चल रहा था, जो मुहूर्त शास्त्रों के अनुसार उस समय का सबसे शुभ मुहूर्त था। इतना ही नहीं, पं. व्यास के कहने पर स्वतंत्रता के बाद देर रात संसद को धोया गया। बाद में बताए मुहूर्त अनुसार गोस्वामी गिरधारीलाल ने संसद की शुद्धि भी करवाई। गुलामी की जंजीरों से आजाद हुए भारतवर्ष 15 अगस्त, 1947 को रात्रि 12 बजे आधिकारिक तौर पर नए भारत या यूं कहें कि विघटन के बाद बचे हुए शेष भारत का नया वजूद सामने आया।

स्थिर लग्न के चलते भारत में लोकतंत्र स्थिर वहीं एक दिन पहले आजाद हुए पाकिस्तान का लग्न और राशि दोनों मिथुन है ये अशुभ और अस्थिरता का संयोग है यही कारण है पाकिस्तान का कोई भी पीएम आज तक अपना पांच साल का कार्यकाल पूरा नहीं कर पाया। पाकिस्तान के पूर्व पीएम नवाज शरीफ की पनामा केस में दोषी पाए जाने के बाद कुर्सी छिन गई है। वो तीन बार देश के प्रधानमंत्री बने, लेकिन एक बार भी वो अपना पांच साल का कार्यकाल पूरा नहीं कर पाए। पाकिस्तान के वर्तमान प्रधानमंत्री इमरान खान है और ये किसी से चुका नही है की कसी तरह वो अपनी कुर्सी बचाने मे लगे है । वर्तमान गोचर व भविष्य में ग्रहों की स्थति इस बात का भी संकेत करती है की पाकिस्तान में आने वाले समय में विभाजन भी संभव है।

आइये स्वतंत्र भार‍त की कुंडली का विश्लेषण करते हैं, कुंडली विवरण-तिथि 15 अगस्त 1947, समय रात्रि 00:00, स्थान दिल्ली

ग्रह गोचर के अनुसार स्वतंत्र भारत की कुंडली “वृष लग्न” और “कर्क राशि” की है लग्न और लग्नेश की चर्चा करे तो वृष लग्न मे राहू विराजमान है लग्नेश का स्वामी शुक्र है वैदिक ज्योतिष मे शुक्र गृह को कला, सौन्दर्य, रचना, संगीत का कारक माना जाता है यही कारण है भारत का सिनेमा विश्वस्त्रीय है व यहा की वस्तुकला की विश्व मे विशेष पहचान है परंतु लग्न का राहू हमेश देश मे राजनीति उठापटक रखता है साथ ही यह इस बात का भी सूचक है की देश में कभी भी किसी एक पार्टी का शासन नहीं होगा।

कुंडली के दूसरे भाव में मिथुन राशि का मंगल स्थित है, कुंडली का यह दूसरा भाव दिशाओं से भारत की उत्तरी-पश्चिमी दिशा को दर्शाता है। जहां भारत का कश्मीर भाग आता है वहां बार-बार समस्याएं पैदा होती रहती है व समय-समय पर यह युद्ध की स्थितियां बनाती है और अस्थिरता होती है परंतु स्थिर लग्न होने के कारण भारत हर समस्या से बच जाता है। साथ ही पड़ोसियों की चाल व हरकत हमेशा तनाव का कारण बनती है परंतु तीसरा भाव बलि होने के कारण भारत हमेशा अपने विरोधियों पर विजयी रहेगा।

स्वतंत्र भारत की जन्म कुंडली के सबसे विशेष व दुर्लभ योग की बात करे तो वह है कुंडली का तृतीय भाव जहा कर्क राशि में सूर्य, चंद्र, शनि, बुध, शुक्र ये पांच ग्रह बैठकर पंचग्रही योग बना रहे हैं। यह पराक्रम व शक्ति का भाव है भारत की कुंडली का तीसरा भाव बहुत बलवान है यही कारण था की विशाल युद्धों और अनगिनत विद्रोही ताकतों के बावजूद भारत की अखंडता पर कोई आंच नहीं आई। तृतीय भाव स्थित शनि की बात करे तो भारत को आजादी शनि की महादशा में प्राप्त हुई थी। शनि की महादशा भारत के लिए शुभ फलदायी रही। शनि की महादशा में 1947 से 1965 तक भारत और पाकिस्तान के बीच युद्धों में भारत को सफलता प्राप्त हुई। भारत की कुंडली में शनि सर्वाधिक महत्वपूर्ण ग्रह है यह भारत को मजबूती और शक्ति दोनों देता है।

छठे भाव मे तुला के बृहस्पति ये साफ दर्शाते है की देश मे धर्म को लेकर हमेशा ही कुछ न कुछ विवाद बना रहेगा साथ ही यह कर्ज का भी भाव है इसी कारण देश मे किसी न किसी रूप मे कर्ज सदैव बना रहेगा। सप्तम भाव मे वृश्चिक राशि का केतू स्थित है कुंडली का यह भाव संकेत करता है कि महिलायों से संबन्धित अंदोलन व कानूनों मे समय समय पर बदलाव आएगा व समय के साथ देश में महिलाओं का वर्चस्व बड़ेगा।

Jyotish Aur Daan: ज्योतिष शास्त्रों के अनुसार दान करना किसी यज्ञ करने के समकक्ष है और यज्ञ करने के बाद जिस फल की प्राप्ति होती है, वही फल मनुष्य को किसी को दान करने से मिलता है। वैदिक ज्योतिष में दान का विशेष महत्व बताया गया है। दान ना केवल बुरे ग्रहो के दुष्परिणामो को दूर करता है साथ ही जन्मकुंडली में उपस्थित दोषों के दुष्प्रभाव को भी दूर करता है। दान का महत्व इसलिए भी अधिक बढ़ जाता है।

Jyotish Shastra ke anusar Daan Ka Mahatv: ज्योतिष का उद्देश्य लोगों का मार्गदर्शन करना और उनके जीवन का उद्देश्य बताना है। हमारे शास्त्रों और ज्योतिषियों द्वारा बुरे ग्रहो के दुष्परिणामो के प्रभावों को नष्ट करने के लिए दान का विशेष महत्व बताया गया है। वैदिक ज्योतिष में प्रत्येक ग्रह जीवन के विशिष्ट पहलुओं को नियंत्रित करता है, जो प्रतीकात्मक और व्यावहारिक रूप से होता है। ज्योतिष शास्त्रों के अनुसार दान करना किसी यज्ञ करने के समकक्ष है और यज्ञ करने के बाद जिस फल की प्राप्ति होती है, वही फल मनुष्य को किसी को दान करने से मिलता है। किसी भी जन्म में किए गए “कर्म” के बुरे प्रभावों को समाप्त करने के लिए सर्वोत्तम उपाय “दान” ही है।

दान को एक दिव्य अर्पण के रूप में देखा जाता है, जो ब्रह्मांड में संतुलन पैदा करता है और हमें उच्चतर चेतना के क्षेत्रों से जोड़ता है, जिससे नकारात्मक ऊर्जा को समाप्त करने में मदद मिलती है और दिव्य आशीर्वाद प्राप्त होते हैं। जीवन में अधिक समृद्धि लाने की कुंजी ब्रह्मांड को कुछ वापस देना है। दान व परोपकार का दृष्टिकोण यह याद दिलाता था कि असली समृद्धि केवल इस बात पर निर्भर नहीं करती कि आपने क्या प्राप्त किया, बल्कि इस पर निर्भर करती है कि आपने दूसरों के साथ क्या साझा किया।

वैदिक ज्योतिष में दान का विशेष महत्व बताया गया है। दान ना केवल बुरे ग्रहो के दुष्परिणामो को दूर करता है साथ ही जन्मकुंडली में उपस्थित दोषों के दुष्प्रभाव को भी दूर करता है। दान का महत्व इसलिए भी अधिक बढ़ जाता है। क्योंकि ऐसी मान्यता है कि, आपके द्वारा किए गए दान का लाभ केवल जीवन ही नहीं बल्कि मृत्यु के बाद भी मिलता है। क्योंकि मृत्यु के बाद परिवार, मित्र, धन, दौलत, संपत्ति जब कुछ पृथ्वीलोक पर ही छूट जाते हैं। लेकिन परलोक में केवल दान ही उसके साथ मित्रता निभाता है यही पुण्य कर्म काम आते हैं।

दान करते समय प्रत्येक ग्रह से संबंधित तत्वों को समझना आवश्यक है। जब हम किसी विशिष्ट ग्रह से संबंधित दान करते हैं, तो हम जन्मकुंडली में ग्रहों के प्रतिकूल प्रभावों से मुक्ति पा सकते हैं। प्रत्येक ग्रह जीवन के कुछ पहलुओं को नियंत्रित करता है, और दान क्रियाओं के माध्यम से, जैसे किसी विशेष ग्रह से संबंधित वस्तुओ का दान, हम उसके ऊर्जा को सामंजस्यित कर सकते हैं, उसके नकारात्मक प्रभावों को कम कर सकते हैं और अपने जीवन में सकारात्मकता और सफलता को आमंत्रित कर सकते हैं जो हमारे भाग्य को आकार देती हैं।

ग्रहों के नकारात्मक प्रभावों को कम करने के अलावा, दान आपके कर्म संतुलन में सकारात्मक योगदान करता है। इस तरह की साधारण उदारता हमें अपने आप को बेहतर रूप में विकसित करने में मदद कर सकती है और एक संतुलित जीवन जीने की ओर मार्गदर्शन कर सकती है।

ज्योतिषी से परामर्श लेकर करें दान

एक ज्योतिषी आपको दान देने के सर्वोत्तम समय और तत्वों के बारे में मार्गदर्शन कर सकता है। दान कब और कैसे करना चाहिए ताकि आप अपने ग्रहों के प्रभाव को प्रभावी रूप से संबोधित कर सकें। वे वस्तुएँ, अनाज आदि का चयन करे जो आपकी जन्मकुंडली के पाप ग्रह के दोष को दूर करे, अशुभ ग्रह की दशा अन्तर्दशा में उस से सम्बन्धित दान करे। दान को विशिष्ट तिथियों / मुहूर्तों पर किया जाना चाहिए जैसे अमावस्या, एकादशी और पूर्णिमा आदि।

शुद्ध भाव से करें दान: बिना किसी अपेक्षा या व्यक्तिगत लाभ के सच्ची दया और निःस्वार्थ भाव से दान करें। मजबूती में किसी तरह का दान न करें। ऐसा दान नष्ट हो जाता है।

जरूरतमंदों को प्राथमिकता दें: अपने दान को उन लोगों को दें जो वास्तव में जरूरतमंद हैं। योग्य और सही लोगों और संस्थाओं की मदद करना, असहाय लोगों की मदद करना ही सच्चा धर्म है।

नियमित दान करें: सामर्थ्यनुसार, नियमित रूप से दान देने की आदत डालें। विशेष रूप से ग्रहों के गोचर परिवर्तन, दशा महादशा परिवर्तन के दौरान दान अवशय करें।

गुणवत्तापूर्ण वस्तुएँ ही दान करें: सुनिश्चित करें कि आप जो वस्तुएँ दान कर रहे हैं, वे अच्छे स्थिति में हों, टूट-फूट या पुराने सामान का दान करने से आपके दान के लाभ में कमी आ सकती है।

प्रचार करने की कोशिश न करें: अपने दान कार्यों को गुप्त रखने का प्रयास करें। केवल श्रदधापूर्वक किया गया दान ही पुण्य कर्म की श्रेणी में आता है। इसलिए कहा जाता है कि, श्रदधापूर्वक किया गया दान ही पुण्य कर्म की श्रेणी में आता है। इसलिए कहा जाता है कि, दान ऐसा होना चाहिए कि एक हाथ से करें और दूसरे हाथ को भी पता न चले।

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Giving, Charity and Donation, explained as ‘Daan’ in Vedic Jyotish, are spiritual and pious practices that harmonize the cosmic energies and sanctify the planetary influences in our lives. Through the selfless act of giving, not only does the receiver benefit, but the giver’s soul is uplifted, purifying their heart and mind.

The noble acts attract and begets positive karma, sanctified thus invoking spiritual growth and nurturing inner peace. Charity are seen as a divine offering, creating balance in the universe and aligning us with higher realms of consciousness, helping us to dissolve negative energies while inviting the blessings of the Divine.

The key to invite greater prosperity in once life lies in giving back to the universe. I learned this invaluable lesson from my Guru in Haridwar at a young age. His spirit of giving was a constant reminder that true prosperity is not just about what you receive, but also about what you share with others.

Astrology is a great spiritual tool that provides valuable insights into our lives, guiding us through life’s challenges and helping us align with cosmic forces. One of the powerful remedies recommended by our shastra and seers and astrologers for negating the adverse effects of planetary transits or retrogrades is the practice of giving charity and donation. In Vedic astrology, each planet governs specific aspects of life, both symbolically and practically. It is essential to understand the elements associated with each planet when making charity.

By offering donations related to a specific planet, one can seek relief from the challenges and suffering caused by malefic planetary influences in the horoscope. Each planet governs certain aspects of life, and through targeted acts of charity, such as donating items linked to a particular planet, we can harmonize its energies, alleviate its negative effects, and invite healing and blessings into our lives. This spiritual practice helps restore balance and align us with the cosmic forces that shape our destiny.

Each planet also resonates with particular things, and by donating these sacred objects on specific days or during auspicious planetary periods, you can pray the planets and invite their positive influence into your life. This ancient sanatan practice helps neutralize negative energies, and restore harmony to attract divine blessings for spiritual growth and prosperity.

For example, Planet Sun represents the core self, identity, vitality, and ego. The Moon represents our mind, emotions, and the nurturing energy of our mother or maternal figures. Jupiter symbolizes wisdom, spirituality, and expansion, as well as our teachers and advisors. Understanding the role and placement of each planet in your birth chart allows you to gain deeper clarity into your personality, experiences, and the challenges you may face.

Consult an Astrologer

An astrologer can guide you on the best times and items for donations to maximize their effectiveness in addressing your planetary concerns.

Donation Should be done on specific dates/ muhurat likes on Amavasya, Ekadashi, and Purnima etc as these times are believed to carry heightened spiritual energy. Additionally, aligning your acts of charity with specific days of the week, each governed by unique planetary influences, can enhance their positive effects and bring harmony to your life.

Donate with Pure Intentions

Give or Contribute with a genuine kindness and selflessness, free from expectations or personal gains.

Choose Items Thoughtfully

Select items that align with the planetary energies you wish to harmonize. Seek advice from an astrologer to identify what’s most suitable for your situation.

Prioritize the Needy

Direct your donations to those truly in need. Helping the underprivileged magnifies the positive impact of your actions.

Be Consistent

Regular donations yield greater benefits. Establish a habit of giving, particularly during significant planetary periods.

Donate Quality Items Only

Ensure the items you give are in good condition. Donating damaged or worn-out goods may diminish the intended benefits.

Avoid Seeking Recognition

Practice discretion in your charitable acts. The spiritual rewards are most profound when donations are made privately and with a sincere heart.

Besides mitigating the negative influences of planetary effects, donations contribute positively to your karmic balance. Embracing such simple acts of generosity can help us grow into better versions of ourselves and lead more fulfilling lives. The simplest acts of kindness are by far more powerful than a thousand heads bowing in prayer.

A supreme remedy to terminate the ill effects of your “Karma” done in any incarnation is “Charity”. To help the deserving and right people and institutions is the key to receive material and spiritual blessings as per the vedic scripture. Charity and philanthropy are always good for everyone so for you.

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