We love heroes. We clap for the one who wins, but we rarely ask who stood behind them before the victory. During Navratri, devotees do not worship the famous young commander of the gods. They worship his mother, Skandamata. That choice carries a quiet lesson about courage, comfort, and the people who make bravery possible. This article looks at an old story through a modern lens and shows how emotional security can shape confidence, in children and in adults.
