The annular solar eclipse arrives at maximum intensity at 7:12 AM EST with the Sun and Moon uniting in Dhanishta nakshatra. This “ring of fire” eclipse—where the Moon doesn’t completely cover the Sun, leaving a brilliant ring of solar light visible—creates a particularly powerful signature. Rahu sits in Shatabisha nakshatra, and Venus also transits through Shatabisha, creating a powerful Aquarian energy focused on healing, technology, and revolutionary change.Meditate with this powerful

One particularly powerful practice for these two days before the eclipse is listening to the Shiva Rudram, an ancient Vedic hymn that helps transmute emotions into higher purpose. beautiful version . Playing this in the background during meditation or throughout the day on February 15th and16th can create a profound shift in consciousness, preparing you for the eclipse energies ahead.