Elephant Journal
Published 25 February, 2025
In my latest article published in Elephant Journal, I explore how life’s obstacles can actually be gentle redirections toward something better, and how a special Mudra can help us navigate these moments with greater intuition.
In this article, I discuss:
- How Gurdjieff’s “Law of Seven” explains why our plans naturally encounter points of resistance
- A personal story about my photoshoot plans going awry—and ultimately leading to something better
- The powerful Shankhavarta mudra for enhancing intuition during times of uncertainty
Read the full article on Elephant Journal →
Have you ever had an experience where obstacles led you somewhere unexpectedly wonderful? I’d love to hear your stories in the comments below.

Love and mudras,

Learn more about mudras:
- How do Mudras Work?
- What are Mudras?
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- Energy in your Hands
- Mudra for Focus, Intuition & Balancing Energy
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Please note: mudras are simple ancient tools for exploring energies of heart, mind and body and are not presented here as an alternative to professional medical advice.