This Karwa Chauth, explore five astrological remedies and discover what your zodiac sign reveals about love.
Even when you really love someone, that love can get lost in a relationship when you start arguing every time you open your mouth or when you expect your partner to just know how you feel without having to tell him.
Traditionally, a well-balanced Venus is said to bring affection and a mutual understanding to relationships. The remedy: Pray according to the rituals of your household. Karwa Chauth isn’t just a day for fasting, rituals and for waiting for the moon to show up in the nite sky. It is a celebration of love, commitment, companionship and all the little things that make a marriage meaningful. The traditional fast is a symbol of prayers for the wellbeing of the partner and a long and happy married life together. Astrology has an interesting take on how couples can nurture their emotional connection beyond the festivities. Each connection has its own beat. Some partners like to be wooed with big romantic gestures, others feel loved through ongoing reassurance, considerate gestures or simply having undistracted time together. Astrological traditions indicate that the zodiac signs and planetary influences related to love and relationships can provide symbolic insights for these differences. This Karwa Chauth, ditch the traditional rituals and try these five astrological remedies for a happy married life, and What your zodiac sign can tell you about your love language. In Vedic astrology Venus or Shukra is the planet of love, romance, beauty, attraction and conjugal harmony. The remedy: Make Friday a day of intentional relationship building. If you like, wear light colors, offer white flowers or spend quality time with your partner. But most of all, appreciate the little things they do. Sometimes a simple thank you or a heartfelt compliment means more than a fancy gift. In Vedic astrology, Moon represents emotions, mind and emotional security. Married life is all about dealing with different moods, expectations and sensitivities, so emotional understanding plays a big part in keeping harmony. The remedy: Take some time on Karwa Chauth to reflect on what makes you and your partner feel emotionally safe. You may choose to offer prayers to Chandra Dev, the Moon deity, as per your family traditions. See past the ritual and create space for real conversation, free of distractions, assumptions and blame. Goddess Lakshmi is traditionally worshiped for prosperity, abundance and well being. Prosperity can also be about creating a home filled with respect, peace and shared happiness within the framework of a married life. Light a diya. Create a gratitude space Find a little corner of your home that is peaceful and clutter free. A simple ritual couples can do is to write down one thing they appreciate about each other daily. Mercury or Budh is associated with communication, intellect and understanding.
Rather than saying “You never understand me,” try explaining what would make you feel heard and supported. The remedy: If you believe in it, try a simple prayer to Lord Ganesha or Budh Dev on Wednesdays. Listen before responding and express your needs clearly. Make a conscious effort to do so. Jupiter or Guru is traditionally linked with wisdom, guidance, values and growth. For a marriage to last, it needs more than attraction, it needs patience, shared principles and willingness to grow together. The remedy: Pray to your favorite god on Thursdays and meditate on the qualities you want your marriage to have. Be patient, be supportive of each other’s goals and make major decisions as a team. A good marriage is not a marriage without disagreements, but a marriage where partners learn how to deal with differences with respect . Contributed by: Lisa Simmi, Celebrity Tarot Reader & Astrologer You use AI every day. Now get your AI Quotient. Take the AIQ test Get the latest Lifestyle News and more. Download the TOI app.