Topic: astrology

Insomnia is caused when the Moon (Chandra) sits in the 12th House. The Moon represents the mind, and the 12th House represents sleep and expenses. Here, the mind gets "spent" on overthinking, irrational fears, and loneliness, causing you to wake up at 2-3 AM. Drinking milk from a silver glass helps calm the Moon.

Today is a Saturday (Shanivar), ruled by the karmic planet Saturn (Shani). The Moon is transiting the highly energetic and impulsive fire sign of Aries (Mesh) under the fast-moving Ashwini Nakshatra. This alignment creates a highly active day, pushing people to take immediate action, but it requires the discipline of Saturn to avoid careless mistakes.

Devotees must break their fast on the following day, Monday, March 16, 2026, between 06:30 AM and 08:54 AM. It is crucial to break the fast during this specific window to gain the full merits of the Vrat.

To align with the Moon and calm the mind (especially as the Moon enters intense Scorpio), worship Lord Shiva. Offer a mixture of raw cow's milk, water, and a few grains of raw, unbroken rice to a Shivling. Chanting the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya" 108 times will remove mental stress and bring clarity.