What is Vedic astrology?

Vedic astrology, known as Jyotish, is one of the oldest systems of astrology in the world — a 5,000-year-old Vedic science that uses the actual positions of the planets against fixed stars to map the timing, patterns, and purpose of a human life. The word Jyotish comes from Sanskrit and means 'light' or 'the science of light.' It is fundamentally a system of timing, concerned not just with who you are, but when things in your life are likely to move, open, or close.

What is the difference between Vedic astrology and Western astrology?

The core difference is that Vedic astrology uses the sidereal zodiac, which tracks the actual positions of planets against fixed stars, while Western astrology uses the tropical zodiac, which is based on the seasons and has drifted roughly 23 degrees from where the planets actually are in the sky. This means most people's sun sign shifts by one sign in Vedic astrology. Western astrology focuses on psychological archetypes; Jyotish is more concerned with the unfolding of a life through time. Vedic astrology also uses Dashas (planetary period sequences) and Nakshatras (27 lunar mansions) — tools that Western astrology either does not have or barely touches.

Jyotish is the Sanskrit name for Vedic astrology. It literally means 'science of light' and is one of six Vedangas — the auxiliary disciplines of the Vedic tradition. Where yoga works with the body and breath, and meditation works with consciousness, Jyotish works with time. Jyotish is not fortune-telling — it is a precision map that shows you the terrain of your life so you can navigate with far greater awareness.

What are Dashas in Vedic astrology?

Dashas are planetary period sequences in Vedic astrology that map the timing of your life. Each planet rules a specific number of years, and within those years there are sub-periods, each with its own distinct quality, lessons, and openings. The dasha system is arguably the most powerful timing tool in all of astrology. When you understand which dasha you are currently in, something about your life starts to make sense that may have felt confusing or random before.

Nakshatras are the 27 lunar mansions used in Vedic astrology. They are one of the most distinctive and precise tools in Jyotish, and they have no real equivalent in Western astrology. The nakshatras divide the sky into 27 segments and assign specific qualities, ruling deities, symbols, and characteristics to each one. When you know which nakshatra your Moon is in, your Ascendant, your key planets — the chart stops being a general sketch and becomes something that feels genuinely specific to you.

Why does my sign change in Vedic astrology?

Your sign changes in Vedic astrology because it uses the sidereal zodiac, which tracks real planetary positions against fixed stars. Over the last 2,000 years, the tropical zodiac used in Western astrology has drifted approximately 23 degrees from the actual sky — enough to shift most people back by one sign. What most people find, once they sit with it, is that the Vedic chart often feels more accurate — more specific to who they actually are rather than who they might ideally want to be.

What is a Vedic astrology (Jyotish ) reading?

A Vedic astrology reading is a one-on-one session where I read your birth chart using the sidereal Jyotish system. I'll show you your dharma, your current dasha (the planetary period you're in), and the practices that bring your chart into flow.

How long is the session and what's included?

Sessions are 60 to 90 minutes long. They include a full reading of your chart, a tailored practice (breath, mantra, kriya, or gemstone), and a full video recording sent to you after the call.

Do you read charts for people outside Australia?

Yes, I read charts for clients worldwide via Zoom, including the UK, US, New Zealand, and the Middle East. In-person readings are available in Sydney.

What is the difference between Vedic and Western astrology?

Vedic astrology uses the sidereal zodiac, which tracks actual planetary positions against fixed stars. Western astrology has drifted approximately 23 degrees from the real sky over 2,000 years, shifting most people's sun sign by one sign in Jyotish. Vedic astrology also uses Dashas and Nakshatras that have no real equivalent in Western astrology.

How much does a Vedic astrology reading cost?

Readings are $270 AUD for a 60-90 minute session, including the full chart reading, a tailored personal practice, and a video recording.

Where are readings available?

Readings are available via Zoom for clients worldwide, and in person in Sydney, NSW, Australia.

Corporate meditation, breathwork and keynotes

Bring Calm to Your Company

Vedic meditation, breathwork, and keynote speaking for high-performance teams. Delivered by Geoff Rupp.

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Geoff Rupp, Vedic meditation teacher and corporate breathwork facilitator

Why this matters

Calm is not a soft skill. It is a performance condition.

Modern teams are carrying more pressure, more information, and more emotional load than ever. When the nervous system is constantly switched on, focus narrows, creativity drops, communication suffers, and good people start to burn out.

Geoff teaches practical Vedic meditation and Himalayan breathwork tools that help teams regulate stress, reset attention, and build steadier internal baselines. The work is simple enough for busy people, but deep enough to create a real shift in how people show up at work.

For leaders, this is not about another wellness trend. It is about giving your people a repeatable way to recover, think clearly, and perform without losing themselves.

Stress changes how teams perform.

Work-related psychological injuries are among the most disruptive and costly workplace issues in Australia. Geoff's sessions give teams practical tools to regulate earlier, communicate better, and return to steadier performance.

Why Geoff

Corporate experience, ancient practice, real-world language.

30+ years

inside Australian and international television production, working in the kind of high-pressure environments your teams know well.

10+ years

teaching Vedic meditation, breathwork, and inner-work practices to individuals, teams, and leaders.

Sydney based

available for in-person sessions, online delivery, conferences, offsites, and leadership programs across Australia and globally.

Lineage and training

Geoff trained in Himalayan breathwork and Vedic Astrology through Sattva Yoga Academy with Anand Mehrotra, and in Vedic meditation under Thom Knoles in the lineage of Maharishi Vyasananda. His teaching bridges ancient knowledge with language modern teams can actually use.

Trusted by teams

Corporate work with teams and leaders

Geoff has delivered meditation, breathwork, keynote, and workplace wellbeing sessions for teams across media, finance, healthcare, consumer brands, and professional services.

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Macquarie Bank

Fairfax

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MCN

Initiative

Fidante

Anokhi

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Geoff-led offerings

Choose the level of support your team needs.

Keynote Speaking

Four signature talks: Find Your Calm, Living the Life You Were Encoded to Live, From Burnout to Baseline, and The Ancient Tools for a Modern Life.

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Workplace Programs

From one-off sessions to weekly programs, Geoff creates practical meditation and breathwork experiences that fit your team rhythm.

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Custom corporate retreats, leadership programs, executive coaching, and deeper cultural integration for teams ready for sustained change.

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Keynotes and workshops

Find Your Calm: Why Stress Is the Real Performance Killer

A practical keynote on the science of stress, the cost of an unregulated nervous system, and the simple daily practices that change everything. Audiences leave with a clear understanding of why most wellness advice fails and what actually works.

Format: 45 to 60 minutes. Best for conferences, leadership offsites, and sales kick-offs.

Living the Life You Were Encoded to Live

A deeper, philosophical keynote drawing on Vedic Astrology and the principle that each of us comes in with a blueprint. Geoff makes ancient wisdom feel practical and immediate, showing audiences how to recognise the patterns and seasons of their own lives.

Best for leadership programs, retreats, and longform sessions.

From Burnout to Baseline: The Practices That Hold You Steady

A keynote focused on nervous system regulation. Covers Vedic meditation, Himalayan breathwork, and the daily structure that builds resilience. Audiences leave with a starter practice they can begin the same day.

Best for HR-led wellness initiatives, healthcare teams, and high-pressure industries.

The Ancient Tools for a Modern Life

An accessible introduction to Vedic meditation, breathwork, and Vedic Astrology, and how they fit together. Geoff weaves stories from his own life and from clients to make the case for practice.

Best for general audiences, opening sessions, and podcast tour talks.

Workplace programs

Practical formats for busy teams

Lunch and Learn

60 to 90 minutes, up to 50 people

A single session combining a short talk on stress and the nervous system with a guided meditation or breathwork practice. Perfect for a team introduction to the work.

Workshop

Half-day or full-day, 8 to 30 people

A deeper experience covering stress, daily practice habits, Vedic meditation or breathwork training, and team coherence work. Includes workshop materials and a follow-up practice plan.

Weekly Series

4 to 8 weeks, flexible group size

A weekly drop-in or scheduled session where Geoff teaches and practices with your team. Builds a real, sustained practice over time. Used by Red Bull, Fairfax, and SCA.

Ongoing Program

3 to 12 months, bespoke pricing

A long-term engagement with regular sessions, leadership coaching, and support for wellness initiatives. For organisations who want to make calm and clarity part of their culture.

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What teams say

“We brought Geoff into our holistic dental surgery every week for meditation sessions with our staff. Geoff really brought the team together and created a peaceful and harmonious space through his sessions. Our team was able to take Geoff’s teachings and apply it to both our work atmosphere and personal lives.”

— Anokhi Dental

Geoff also delivers select corporate programs in partnership with Dan Johnson under the Ascending Minds banner.