About Once Upon A Time - Stories that have stood the test of time
This is an audio Podcast where we revisit stories that have stood the test of time. Fables, legends, and human truths that shaped our ancestors and can guide us today. For years, I’ve explored the power of the human voice, from the radio studio to the leadership stage. And I’ve realised that today’s generation is missing out on the oldest, most powerful 'Wi-Fi' signal we have... the Art of Storytelling.
We aren't just listening to stories; we are co-creating them. We are building the 'Human Library,' one heartbeat at a time.
What happens when the final battle is won, the long journey is complete, and the dust settles over the horizon? When you look around after facing every fear, making every sacrifice, and doing the hard, quiet work—how do you step forward into the world, not just as a survivor, but as a victor?
Today, we arrive at the crowning moment of our entire journey—the day of Vijaya Dashami.
Over the last nine episodes, we walked alongside the Navadurga. We learned how to find our footing like Shailaputri, master unbroken focus like Brahmacharini, command chaos like Chandraghanta, ignite our inner light like Kushmanda, lead with fierce love like Skandamata, set unshakeable boundaries like Katyayani, face our darkest shadows like Kaalratri, heal deeply like Mahagauri, and claim our wholeness like Siddhidatri.
But Navratri doesn't simply end when the nine nights are over. On the tenth day comes Vijaya Dashami—the festival of ultimate victory, light over darkness, and the start of every new chapter.
In ancient lore, Vijaya Dashami marks two grand cosmic triumphs that mirror our own life struggles.
19 Oct 2026
Once Upon A Time - The Story of Siddhidatri
What happens when you finally arrive at the finish line of a long, grueling journey? When you look back at every mountain you climbed, every tear you shed, and every version of yourself you had to outgrow—what does success actually feel like?
Welcome back. Today, we are at the grand finale—Day Nine of our Navadurga series. In our last episode, we met Mahagauri—the goddess of radical forgiveness and gentle renewal, who taught us how to wash off the dust of our battles and step into our peace. But once you are healed, centered, and whole, what is waiting for you at the end of the road?
Enter Siddhidatri—the archetype of ultimate completion, infinite potential, and the realization of your highest self.
18 Oct 2026
Once upon A Time - The Story of Mahagauri
What happens when the hardest battle is finally over, the smoke clears, and you are left standing in the ruins of an old version of yourself? When you look in the mirror and see the scars, the exhaustion, and the weight of everything you’ve survived—how do you forgive yourself and learn to shine again?
Welcome back . Today, we are moving into Day Eight of our Navadurga series. In our last episode, we walked through the terrifying, midnight storm with Kaalratri, learning how to face our deepest shadows and stare down our worst fears. But you can't live in the battlefield forever.
After the destruction of the old comes the gentle, breathtaking rebirth. Enter Mahagauri—the archetype of profound healing, radical forgiveness, and the radiant peace that follows a hard-won transformation.
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