Mantra: Om Gum Ganapatayei Namaha

Accompaniment: None

Translation: “Om and salutations to the respected remover of obstacles for which Gum is the seed”

Why chant this mantra: This is a favorite mantra at Forever Yoga, invoking the energy of Ganesh who is often called the remover of obstacles and the blesser of new beginnings. Starting something new? Looking for solution to obstacles you’re facing? Bring in Ganesha! Need some grounding in your hectic life? Ganesh is also said to be the energy of the root chakra and can help us get our feet back on the earth.

Suggestions for use: There are many options for using mantra recordings in your life. Chant along with the recording during your daily practice for guidance or to help learn the mantra. Play the recording in the car and chant along on your drive. Play the recording through headphones during your work day when you can’t chant out loud. Play the recording in an area of your home or office on a loop when you aren’t around to enhance the energy of the space. Play the recording in the background while you work on an important project. The possibilities are endless!