Navratri Sadhana

Yes.

You should not split the cycles of the stuti. The Linga Bhairavi Stuti can be chanted only 3, 6, 9 or 11 times.

It is up to you.

You can do the Devi Dandam followed by the chanting of the stuti.

Yes, you are encouraged to keep this process alive for yourself by continuing the sadhana.

No.

A light-stomach condition is most conducive for Devi Sadhana. It is best to leave a 2-hour gap after a full meal.

Yes, it will be supportive for you to light the lamp during the sadhana.

If you are doing the Navratri Sadhana on your own, it can be done after the practices or at any other time during the day as per your convenience.

Wearing light or white-colored clothing is best. It is not a requirement.

Sadhana can be done anytime of the day. The space should be conducive for sadhana, without any distractions.

There are no specifications. You can offer flowers, fruits, sweets or lemons on your altar if you wish. Lemons can be consumed afterwards.

You can chant the stuti while sitting, in a focused manner. It need not be done in front of a Devi photo, but it is conducive to do so. It is most powerful when chanted with devotion.

It is not mandatory, but it will be supportive if worn during the sadhana.

Yes, you can cut your hair and nails. There are no restrictions for Navratri Sadhana.

Yes, you can use it. It is best to use the kumkum daily. It holds its vibrancy for 18 months. If it has been longer, you can get fresh kumkum.

Yes, Navratri Sadhana is open for all.

It is best to light an oil lamp. During unavoidable circumstances, you can use an organic candle.

Yes, you can participate in the 9-day Navratri Sadhana if your health permits. It is best to sit in a crossed-legged posture for the sadhana. If that is not possible, you can sit on a chair with the right ankle crossed over the left.

Yes, they can participate in this sadhana during their menstrual cycle.

Yes, ladies participate in this sadhana during pregnancy.

If they are physically fit to chant the stuti, it can be done. This sadhana is about enhancing their devotion. 

It is not necessary but you may do so if you wish.

There are no dietary restrictions. However, a sattvic diet is most conducive.

Yes, you can. Please ensure that the edible offerings have no eggs and are vegetarian.

Yes, it is beneficial to consume the edible offerings. You can also offer them to your friends and family members.

You can offer the Linga Bhairavi Arati to Devi. The abhishekam is only to be done in formal processes by sevakas trained for it.

There is no registration fee for the Navratri Sadhana. Register for free here. Once you register, a link will be sent to your email to access the daily guided sadhana sessions.

The sadhana will also be available on the Sadhguru App.

Yes, you can.

Yes. However, it is most conducive to be in one place for the entire duration of the sadhana.

Anyone above 7 years of age can participate in the sadhana.