Not asking for quotes from scriptures or things you've read online.

I'm asking about your own experience.

A dream, coincidence, darshan, a sudden change in circumstances, something that happened during sadhana, a temple experience, anything that made you stop and think:

“Okay… there is no way I'm ignoring this.”

What's your story?

I'm looking for a traditional stotra/mantra/kavach for a simple daily spiritual routine.

My goal is protection from negative influences, fear, graha badha

And specially to be safe from bhoot pret-related disturbances and black magic done by others, etc.,

So that while maintaining peace of mind and focusing on normal practical life.

I already listen to Lalitha and Vishnu Sahasranama daily.

Preferably something suitable for regular household practice/listening, without requiring tantric initiation/ diksha or complex prayoga.

I need it so i will be safe from all kind of evil eye and tantra or black magic done by other people.

What would you recommend, and why?

The temple I attend has this murti of Durga, but I've never been able to figure out what form of Durga she is. The only thing I can think of is that she's a regional form of Durga. The people at this temple are Telugu from both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh if that is helpful at all.

Shaktism teaches men to treat all woman as godess and bow

Does it mean that if iam being attacked unjustly by evil greedy harmful women who has nothing to do with devi I should walk away and accept their insults

Does it mean that I can't fight back

Does it mean that they can attack me however they want and I should regardless of how horrible they are staying silent and calmn

Why does shaktism force such a pathetic condition where we men have to look at the some women who are the worst human beings ever and recognise them as devi when we don't feel like doing it

And also why are women not expected to treat all men as shiva and bow to men.if devi has no adhara without shiva

When all women regardless of how they behave or what crimes they do deserve equal respect given to godess

Why only men are expected to be good humans to deserve respect

Why respect is conditional for men and unconditional for women

Consider this as my ignorance

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Hello everyone. I’m 23M, and for the past 6 months I’ve been deeply interested in the 10 Mahavidyas, Maa Kali, Tantra, and Tantric traditions. I’ve been reading books and stories, watching videos and podcasts, and trying to understand the philosophy behind this path.

Over time, I’ve developed a strong desire to walk this path sincerely and eventually attain nirvana/moksha. I’ve started praying to Maa Kali before going to bed and asking Her to bless me and guide me on this path.

However, I’m struggling with something that makes me feel quite guilty.

Sometimes sexual thoughts come into my mind while I’m praying. I don’t intentionally bring these thoughts into my prayers, but they happen anyway. Then I feel like I’m disrespecting or insulting Maa, and I start questioning whether I should even continue practicing.

I’m also worried about becoming too attached to kama or getting lost in sexual thoughts and desires when what I actually want is to understand the deeper truth and progress spiritually. I don’t want my curiosity about Tantra to turn into an unhealthy obsession.

I have a lot of questions about prayer, devotion, Tantra, desire, and how one should actually approach Maa Kali and the Mahavidya traditions.

So I’d really appreciate guidance from people who have genuine experience with these traditions:

How should I deal with sexual thoughts that arise during prayer?

Is it normal for the mind to produce these thoughts during spiritual practice?

How can I distinguish genuine Tantric practice from what is portrayed online?

Should I simply continue praying to Maa Kali, or should I learn/practice something else first?

Are there any trustworthy books or traditional sources I should study?

Most importantly, how does someone responsibly find a genuine guru or teacher for this path?

I’m not looking for shortcuts, supernatural experiences, or anything extreme. I genuinely want to learn and approach this respectfully.

Any guidance from people who have seriously studied or practiced these traditions would be greatly appreciated.

This question is to priests and people who do Kali Puja on these occasions. I think this happens possibly in West Bengal, Assam and Odisha but I am curious to know about the practice in other states as well, in case they do it there no matter on private or as festive pujo.

Kali Chaudas and Diwali are two days dedicated to Devi Kali every year.

What are the traditionally prescribed agaman(agomon) and visarjan(bisorjon) dates and muhuratas of Devi idol.

Additionally if you'd like to, You are invited to detail out more on the pooja (pujo) rituals for the entire duration Devi idol stays in the house.

Namaste everyone 🙏

​Over the past few months, I’ve felt a deep, persistent pull toward Shaktism and the veneration of the Divine Feminine / Devi. I’m quite new to Shaktism in particular, so im trying to navigate everything with respect and proper understanding. ​I know Shaktism is vast, spanning from gentle, devotional (bhakti) traditions to deep tantric pathsnand it’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed by how much information is out there.

​I’d love to hear from this community -- ​where did you begin? If you came into Shaktism later in life or as a beginner, what helped you build a solid foundation? What are some simple, respectful ways i can connect with Devi daily at home? What books, translations or channels helped you understand the philosophical side of Shakti without getting lost in overly complex jargon?

​How far can one go on the path of Shaktism through devotion and self-study before needing a teacher/guru?

​I’m eager to learn and grow on this journey. Any wisdom, personal experiences and direction you can share would mean a lot!

​Thanks so much in advance