The Importance of Focus: Ganesha and the Curse of the Moon

How to Maintain Focus and Avoid Distractions in Personal and Professional Journeys

“Focus on the solution, not the problem.” — Jim Rohn.

Thank You for Being a Part of This 10-Day Blog Series on Lord Ganesha!

I am grateful to have you join me again through the timeless wisdom of Lord Ganesha’s stories. Thank you for reading the previous posts — Day 1’s “Ganesha’s Wisdom: The Story of the Fruit of Knowledge,” Day 2’s “Overcoming Obstacles: The Story of Ganesha and His Broken Tusk,” and Day 3’s “The Power of Humility: Ganesha and Kartikeya’s Race Around the World.” Each story has taught us valuable wisdom, resilience, and humility lessons.

Today, on Day 4, we explore a story that emphasizes the significance of focus, self-control, and managing distractions — the story of Ganesha and the Curse of the Moon.

The Story of Ganesha and the Curse of the Moon

On the night of Ganesh Chaturthi, after receiving offerings of his favorite sweets, particularly modaks, Ganesha was riding back home on his trusted mouse. After indulging in a few too many sweets, his belly became large. Suddenly, a snake crossed his path, startling the mouse, and as a result, Ganesha fell to the ground.