08/08/2026
Below ⬇️ is signed in American Sign Language (ASL) 🇺🇸
English Transcription: What is Kesa Arpanam?
Devotees of any age and gender can offer their hair to Linga Bhairavi Devi, the Divine Feminine❤️
It’s a traditional gesture — a symbol of freedom from the past, and an opportunity for joyous surrender✨
I first saw this offering during my visits to the Isha Yoga Center in 2023 and 2024. I noticed it, but I didn’t feel the calling — not yet.
This time was different. I knew this was the right place, the right moment — offering my hair to Devi, in reverence of Guru Purnima, right as my Sadhanapada journey officially began✨
Instantly, I was ready. Ready to let go of old energies, of ego, of identity — to fully immerse in what is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It opened me up, made me more receptive to universe’s energy 🌎
It truly feels liberating🥰
You know how it is with a tree — cut it back, and right at that point, new leaves grow with new energy. That’s the motivation. 🍃
By the way, so many of you asked what did the barber do? Honestly, it was fascinating. He asked me to put my hair in a ponytail then he just shaved it all off. Front, sides, back, one clean sweep. So many new sensations!🔥
Gratitude for all your kind words and love🙏🏼🩵