
08/26/2025
Today we celebrate Ganesha Chaturthi, the birthday of Lord Ganesha- a loved and respected being that is remover of obstacles, guardian of wisdom, and Lord of beginnings.
The story 🖊️
According to the Puranas Ganesha was created by goddess Parvati from clay and breath to guard her while she bathed. When Lord Shiva, her husband returned and Ganesha refused him entry., Shiva beheaded him in anger. Not knowing it was actually his son made by Parvati.
So to console Parvati upon seeing her beheaded beloved son, he replaced Ganesha‘s head with that of an elephant - symbolizing strength, wisdom and compassion and blessed him to be the first honored in any endeavor or ritual.
What we learned 🙏🏽
Ganesha reminds us that obstacles are not punishments, but teachers . When we approach them with patients and devotions, they become steppingstones to wisdom.
A reflection for you 🦋
Where in your life are you facing resistance or obstacles? What would shift if you saw them as guides instead of barriers?
How to honor Ganesha today 🐘
• offer a simple prayer, a flower or a fruit to your altar or under a tree
• chant OM GUM GANAPATAYE NAMAHA
• begin something new with the intention of clarity and trust
• practice, removing inner obstacles like self-doubt, fear or hesitation
Make sure bless you with clarity, courage, and joyful new beginnings 🪷🕉️