Astrology, a science, according to which forecasting of human life events is determined by the position and motion of celestial bodies, has been around for centuries. For centuries it has been incorporated and adapted with the various forms of sciences, medicine, even education systems. Currently, people turn to astrology as they seek resolution and solutions to many issues affecting their lives, for instance, passing any competition.
To that end, in this article, we will understand if and how these astrological planetary positions of students influence their chances of success in competitive exams and if there are any astrological remedies that can be tried out to overcome such situations.
Impact of Astrology on Competitive Exams:
In astrology the position of the planets and its relation to the aspects formed with the Ascendant, Moon and other important points play a major part in the Educational aspect, Career and over all wellbeing of an individual. For students aiming to perform well in competitive exams, the following are some of the key astrological factors to consider:
Mercury: Mercury is the ruling planet of the mind and communication, as well as all celebrated mental functions. This placement in a birth chart of a student determines their learning capabilities, memorization prowess as well as academic prowess in general. Positive Mercury is helpful when it comes to learning and memory, negative Mercury is responsible for having a hard time understanding the material and memorizing.
Moon: The Moon is related to the lower chakra, the area of the psyche and feelings of an individual. When placed in an optimal sector of a birth chart, the Moon bestows good memory and stable temper that lets students give their best during exams. But a sad or a sick Moon makes one nervous, and may cause one to lose his memory and forget things.
Sun and Mars: The Sun refers to one’sego, character, personality, and confidence. Mars on the other hand represent vigor, desire and initiative. These two planets are even considered to be critically influencing the concentration and motivation of a student during the process of examination preparation. Positive aspects of Sun and Mars may create concentration and efforts towards studies to get success, on the other hand, weak Sun or Mars may lead to delays and inaction.
Ascendant (Rashi): The first house or the Ascendant or the Rashi is that sign that was on the eastern horizon, the time a student was born. The Ascendant represents the native’s physiques, health, personality, and attitude toward life. Based on the planet which is in ascendant and its placement in the star sign at the time of birth , students may have ability to learn some subjects more easily or may possess some talents for acing particular competitive exams.
Astrological Remedies for Competitive Exams:
Now that we have an understanding of how astrological factors influence performance in competitive exams let's explore some remedies that can help students overcome these challenges and achieve their academic goals:
Planetary Dosha Nivaran: This is because planetary doshas occur when two or more planets are in R.A and therefore have negative aspects between them or when they aspect important points particular to the birth chart. For these doshas acts as cure may involve chanting of mantras, performing certain rituals known as pujas and wearing stones. For eg, in case of the debilitation of Mercury in the student's horoscope, recitation of Gayatri Mantra or wearing an Emerald will help him or her to pick good communications and learning power.
Timing of Exams: Students can consult the birth chart to know the best and luckiest time for starting preparation for the exams as well the best time to write them. We know that this can help them remain attentive, eager and psychologically ready to confront whatever lies in store for them as we embark on this challenging process. It is therefore advisable for students to seek advice from an astrologer with a view of arranging their time table in reference to their strengths or weaknesses within the zodiac signs.
Yogas for Success: There are several yogas of astrology which help a person to get success in competitive examinations Mangal Yoga, Budh yoga, Brihaspati yoga etc. Inclusion of these yogas while interpreting a birth chart can enable students see what they really possess and exploit it in order to perform well in their examinations.
Vastu for Study Space: Vastu Shastra is an ancient sciense of architecture that originated in India, which stresses the need to build living and working places following the guidelines of nature. Housing students and their belongings as per Vastu can increase the chances of the student forming a comfortable atmosphere that enhances learning and memory. For example, concentrated effort and hence good academic performance are observed in studying in a fresh and lighted room with the right studying table and a room environment free of distractions from other things.
Meditation and Yoga: Most students are advised to do yoga and meditation practice frequently because these reduce their stress levels and anxiety. out of all the yoga practices, Pranayama can improve concentration, memory and focus which goes hand in hand with competitive examinations.
Diet and Lifestyle Changes: It is pertinent to note that the exercise, and other related healthy practices that a student gets to undertake may greatly influence his or her performance. Including the fish, nuts, berries, green vegetable, and excluding the processed foods high in sugar and caffeine hence promoting sound heart and brain for learning activities.
Jyotish Gemstones: One is to wear appropriate gemstones depending on the student’s horoscope, as certain planetary vibrations that may result in better concentration, memory and confidence during examinations.
Chanting Mantras: Chanting of special mantras to the seven planets Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter etc will go a long way in boosting a student’s performance. For instance chanting Navagraha stotra can overcome the effects of all the Navagraha in the birth chart.
Conclusion:
This gives information about what a student is strong or weak at, in preparations for exams and goes further to show us what kind of results a student is likely to get. By knowing the influence of various planets in their birth chart, students can apply these astrological solutions and deal with the problems they come across in competitive examination. Students must learn and use traditional and modern methods and techniques in the academic curriculum and practices to increase concentration, confidence and success rate for the much-needed top results in competitive exams in office.