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Ganesha and the Mouse: Managing Ego and Leading with Grace
How Understanding and Managing Ego Leads to Better Leadership
“When the ego dies, the soul awakes.” — Mahatma Gandhi.
Thank You for Being a Part of This 10-Day Blog Series on Lord Ganesha!
I am genuinely grateful to have you with us on this journey as we explore the profound stories of Lord Ganesha and their timeless lessons. Thank you for your continued engagement with the previous posts from Day 1 to Day 7. Each story has provided profound insights into wisdom, resilience, humility, focus, contentment, compassionate leadership, and transformation.
Today, on Day 8, we delve into the powerful symbolism of Ganesha and his vehicle, the mouse, Mooshika, which teaches us about managing ego, leading with grace, and achieving true success.
The Symbolism of Ganesha and His Mouse, Mooshika.
In Hindu mythology, each deity has a unique vahana (vehicle), symbolizing their powers and attributes. Lord Ganesha, the mighty remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom, is often depicted riding a tiny mouse named Mooshika. At first glance, this may seem like an unusual pairing — how does the elephant-headed deity ride a tiny mouse? However, this imagery holds profound symbolic meaning.
