Calming the Mind Under May's Transits

The skies are busy right now. With Saturn sitting in Pisces and the Moon moving through Punarvasu, there’s a lot of mental restlessness in the air. You’re likely feeling that friction between wanting to move forward and needing to hold steady. I’ve been watching these planetary movements closely, and it’s clear that the current energy is heavy on the psyche.

When Mercury transits through Rohini, it adds a layer of sensitivity that makes decision-making tougher than usual. If you’re feeling scattered, stop fighting it. Instead, lean into the cooling energy of Chandra (the Moon). I recommend a simple breath-focused practice, specifically Chandra Bhedana pranayama. It’s effective for calming the heat of the Sun’s current position in Krittika.

Focus on inhaling deeply through your left nostril and exhaling through your right. Do this for five minutes at dusk. It helps ground the nervous system when planetary transits start to feel overwhelming. If you want to track exactly how these specific degrees impact your personal chart, take a look at the Vyom app. It’s what I use to verify my own timing. Don't overcomplicate your routine—consistency beats intensity every time when you're working through Graha Shanti.