What if true strength is not about raising your voice, winning an argument or making someone feel small? The story of Maa Chandraghanta, worshipped on the third day of Navratri, offers a different answer. When Lord Shiva arrived for his wedding in an unusual and frightening appearance, Parvati's mother, Maina, was left shocked. According to a popular retelling, Parvati took the form of Maa Chandraghanta and gently asked Shiva to appear in a more pleasing form. Her story carries a powerful lesson for modern life: you can remain kind without allowing others to cross your boundaries.
