My saas said reading certain books during pregnancy is not good and stopped me from reading mahabharata. I find it interesting and calming actually. Is this just a belief or is there something to it? curious what u all think.
This is more about mental well-being, not physical. Reading anything that keeps you calm and happy is great for pregnancy. If Mahabharata makes you feel good and peaceful, then why not? Just avoid anything that causes stress or negative emotions. Focus on positive energy, just like we focus on positive movement with doctor-approved yoga!
Hey behna, absolutely you can read Mahabharata. There's no harm in it. What's most important is your state of mind. If reading it brings you joy, knowledge, or makes you feel connected, then go for it. Don't let old superstitions worry you too much; focus on your happiness.
That's an interesting question. I've heard elders say to read calming books during pregnancy. Mahabharata is such a rich text. I think if you feel connected to it and it brings you positive thoughts, it should be fine. It's more about the feeling it evokes, maybe?
Namaste, dear. Traditionally, some families believe in reading calming and positive scriptures during pregnancy. Mahabharata is a great epic, but sometimes it has intense parts. My mother-in-law said to read stories that keep your mind peaceful. Ultimately, focus on what makes *you* feel good and relaxed. Your peace of mind is most important.
Oh my god, I totally had this same question because my MIL said 'only read good stories'! I was like, what even counts as a 'good story'? Honestly, I think anything that keeps your mind engaged and happy is fine. As long as it doesn't stress you out, it should be okay, right?
