Introduction In Sanatan Scriptures, Sukanya was the daughter of King Sharyati, son of Vaivasvata Manu, and later became the wife of the great sage Chyavana. The sage had spent so many years in deep meditation that his body was covered by an anthill and a bird’s nest had formed over him. One day, the young and curious Sukanya noticed two shining objects inside the nest. Unaware that they were the sage’s eyes, she playfully poked at them, causing him to lose his sight. Enraged by this act, Chyavana cursed the kingdom, but Sukanya’s father pacified him by offering his daughter’s hand in marriage. Despite Chyavana’s old age and blindness, Sukanya accepted her role as his wife and devotedly cared for him with cheerfulness and loyalty. One day, the celestial physicians of the gods, the Ashwini Kumaras—twin brothers renowned for their beauty and healing powers—saw Sukanya and were struck by her radiant charm. Believing her beauty was better suited for heaven, they asked her to abandon her hus...
Introduction Ankita was grappling with significant pressure at work. Her job involved juggling multiple projects, and her manager had given her a strict one-month deadline to improve her performance. Overwhelmed and anxious about the impending deadline, Ankita sought guidance from her mentor. Her mentor shared the story of Upamanyu, a tale that would offer Ankita valuable lessons for overcoming her own struggles. The Story of Upamanyu Upamanyu was a devoted disciple of Saint Ayodhdhaumya, who tasked him with tending to the cows. One day, after completing his daily duties, Upamanyu returned to the hermitage, where his guru noticed his healthy appearance. Curious, the guru asked, "My son, you appear strong and radiant. What do you eat while working?" With humility, Upamanyu responded, "Master, I consume whatever I receive as alms." Wishing to test his disciple, the guru instructed Upamanyu not to eat anything obtained through alms without first offering it to him. Upa...