How To Minimize The Negative Effects Of First Lunar Eclipse Of 2023: Expert Tips

Astrological events have different effects on different zodiac signs, depending on the position of the planets at that particular time

With the upcoming lunar eclipse, some zodiac signs are likely to experience adverse effects while others may benefit from it

On Friday, May 5, 2023, the first lunar eclipse or lunar eclipse of the year will occur during Vaishakh Purnima, also known as Buddha Purnima. This astronomical event will start at 8:45 pm and end at 1:46 am, which will last for a total of 4 hours. According to tradition, the Sutak period starts 9 hours before the eclipse, which is considered inauspicious. However, since this lunar eclipse will not be visible in India, there will not be any significant adverse effect as compared to the Sutak period.

Astrological events have different effects on different zodiac signs, depending on the position of the planets at that particular time. The upcoming lunar eclipse is no exception, some zodiac signs are likely to be adversely affected while others may benefit from it. Based on the astrological charts, Capricorn, Leo and Gemini are expected to be least affected by this eclipse, and may also enjoy a period of good fortune over the next six months. However, measures can be taken to reduce the negative effects of an eclipse by following some tips.

To reduce the ill effects of the upcoming lunar eclipse, Dr Geetanjali Saxena is sharing some remedies and tips that can be practiced by every zodiac sign during this phase.

Aries: Aries people should donate 100 grams of red lentils or red lentils to the needy.

Taurus: The people of Taurus should donate 100 grams of any white colored sweet to the poor.

Gemini: It is said that the people of Gemini should donate at least 100 grams of green moong.

Cancer: Cancerians can donate milk or jaggery to any needy person in their neighborhood.

Leo: Leo sign people are advised to try and go ahead and donate wheat flour or wheat grains to the needy or their helpers

Virgo: Virgo people are advised to donate a green saree to a needy woman or help her at home to seek her blessings.

Libra zodiac: People of Libra zodiac must offer white flowers to the goddess on this day.

Scorpio: Scorpio people are advised to donate a red saree to any needy woman they know and seek the blessings of the Goddess.

Sagittarius: People of Sagittarius are advised to donate besan laddoos, also known as besan ke laddoos.

Capricorn: Capricorn people are suggested to visit Hanuman temple on this day and seek the blessings of the almighty

Aquarius: Aquarius people are advised to visit a nearby Shani temple on this day and seek the blessings of Lord Shani.

Pisces: People of Pisces can apply saffron tilak on their forehead during the day time.

“On this day, refrain from signing any new contract or doing any new work, buying a new house or vehicle, resolving marriage issues, this particular day should be completely stopped. Any important initiation should be avoided on this day,” says Dr Geetanjali.

A major remedy for the day would be to add tulsi leaves also known as tulsi leaves to one’s food and offer it to the almighty before consuming it. Dr Geetanjali Saxena says, “It is believed to remove all the negativity from one’s life that is caused by eating during an eclipse.”

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