Ashwini

Ashwini 

A SELF-SUFFICIENT GO GETTER

You are a born leader and a pioneer of the unknown. As the symbol, a horse’s head suggests, you are straightforward and very energetic in your approach to life, always going somewhere and searching for something new. You are optimistic and earnest, and your convincing smile makes everyone believe in the possibilities and the joys of life. With your unlimited vigor, it is very easy for you to start a project and accomplish your goal in no time. Your motto is to explore and never stop growing, which makes you young hearted and vibrant. . The presiding deities, the Ashwini Kumars’ names are translated as "bringing help" and "truthfulness". You are very sincere and are driven to help and heal others. You are like a superhero on call, who will magically appear when someone needs immediate aid. You also know how to take care of yourself, which makes you very moderate, self-sufficient, and stylish. Ashwini is ruled by Ketu, and it lies in Aries, ruled by Mars. You are a competent and fast learner, but at the same time, have a tendency to miss details. Ketu gives you a burst of energy to start what you decided on immediately, but on the other hand, it could short circuit you and lack sustainability. You like taking risks so much that you might do something in the heat of the moment without any foresight of the consequences. Also, just like a horse, you are very stubborn, don’t like to admit your faults and often forget about your mistakes. The biggest advice to you is to pace yourself and not to be over ridden by aggression and passion. Embrace life and bring brilliant positivity to the world!

Famous People 
Both Charlie Chaplin and Adolf Hitler had their Sun in Ashwini. They showed the two opposite traits of the same Nakshatra: A sense of humor that includes horsing around which brings joy and laughter to everyone, and short sighted violent leadership that brought death and destruction all over Europe. 

Special Power:
‘Shidhra vyapani shakti” means power to quickly heal and reach the goal. Ashwini people are the most spontaneous and quickest of all Nakshatras, and are able to focus their energy to solve problems and fulfill their desires.

When the Moon is in Ashwini:
Ashwini is symbolized by a horse head, representing power, vitality and swiftness. They always  strive for  goals, galloping toward the finishing line. This is the first one of the 27 Nakshatras, which makes it auspicious for all beginnings, especially any activities to improve yourself or situation: attend a self-improvement class; start learning or reading. Since horses were used for transportation and warfare, any activities related to vehicles or gathering wealth are supported: go on a journey; buy or sell a car; have your car fixed; buy, sell, or trade things to help you with your goals etc. The presiding deities, Ashwin Kumars are the physicians to the demigods. Therefore, any healing activities such as, being  a doctor becoming  a healer are favored . The deities are also said to solve any marital problems, so they  can become  excellent counceller. The Planetary ruler for Ashwini is Ketu and it lies within Aries, ruled by Mars. Any spiritual activities  will produce great benefit in your life: start practicing Chanting, Meditation, Vedic Astrology, Vastu or Ayurveda; set up an altar or install deities; be initiated into a spiritual lineage etc. Visualize your goal, make quick moves and victory is yours! 

Strength: Youthful; ageless; filled with agility; fearless; direct; competent worker; motivation to initiate new activities; intelligent; self-sufficient; natural healer; helpful; moderate habits; well dressed; good finances; attractive; powerful; intuitive; idealistic; spiritually inclined; adventurous; independent; strong; powerful; charming; playful nature;loves family; nurturer; traveler; drawn to activities of healing or self-improvement.

Weakness: Hastiness in action compromises efficiency; impulsive; does not take advice well; desire to pursue new experiences in life causes a weakness in finishing things; aggressive; stubborn; wants to do things their own way; disappointed when things do not go as planned; dissatisfied; arrogant; lack of mental quietude; overly passionate.

Professions: Motivational trainers, campaign managers, promotional jobs, athletes, sports related professions, equestrianrelated industry, airplane/auto/boat/horse racers, military, law enforcement, engineering, jewelers, medical professions, healing professions, pharmacist, relationship therapist, counselors, herbalist, physically adventurous fields, explorer, researchers, contractors, stunt men/women, gardeners.

Sacred Energy Vortex: Sri Bhava Aushadeeswarar Temple

The sacred temple that resonates with the Ashwini star is located in a village called Thiruthuraipoondi in Tamil Nadu, India. Those born under Ashwini star should visit this temple as frequently as possible.

The name "Sri Bhava Aushadeeswarar" temple refers to a form of Lord Shiva. "Sri" is a mantra giving respect and good fortune, "Bhava" means state of mind and "Aushadeeswara" means Lord of medicine who cures disease. Sri Bhava Aushadeeswarar temple is a sacred vortex filled with disease-curing energy.

People born under the Ashwini star should perform a pooja or abishekam with sacred herbs (there are 64 elementary herbal substances) on their Ashwini day in order to strengthen their inner light and healing capabilities.