From Darkness to Divine Light: The Journey of Chanda Sharma Chanda Sharma’s life is a moving testament to resilience, spiritual awakening, and the strength of purpose. Born into a humble background, she began supporting herself financially from a young age by teaching tuition classes—starting as early as Grade 10. While pursuing an MSc in Computer Science, she remained committed to financial independence, never relying on anyone for her basic needs. This self-reliant spirit laid the foundation for a transformative journey—one that would lead her from personal heartbreak to spiritual calling. Her dream took root in sixth grade when a mathematics teacher spoke of the Indian civil services. For her, the mention of an IAS officer wasn’t just informative—it was deeply inspiring. The idea of a life devoted to public service resonated with her innate desire to make a difference. It wasn’t prestige or power that drew her—it was purpose. From that moment, she aligned her life goals toward preparing for the UPSC examination, a mission that defined her academic and personal choices. In 2020, she moved to Delhi to begin her UPSC preparation in earnest. However, the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown posed unexpected challenges. Coaching institutes closed, and she found herself in a cycle of shifting accommodations, dealing with unscrupulous brokers, and bearing the constant pressure of rent and survival. Yet, she persisted. By teaching students online, she not only kept herself financially stable but also supported her family during the difficult period. Her most focused attempt at UPSC came in 2023. After months of disciplined study and emotional preparation, she entered the examination hall with confidence. However, a tragic miscalculation occurred—she mistakenly believed the paper ended at 11:30 AM instead of 11:00. With 50 questions left, she rushed through them in the final moments. Despite pleading with the invigilator, rules could not be bent. The opportunity she had worked so hard for slipped away. The emotional toll was devastating. For three months, she wept in silence, sharing her grief only with her mother. Outwardly, she continued teaching and interacting with others, masking the sorrow within. At one point, she even contemplated abandoning her dream and opting for marriage. But something inside her resisted. She had come to Delhi with a mission—and that mission was not yet over. Then came a turning point—April 24, 2024, her birthday, which coincided with a full moon. While heading to Connaught Place, she looked up at the moon and felt an overwhelming divine presence. This moment marked the beginning of her spiritual transformation. Although she had already been following astrological remedies, this experience awakened a deeper spiritual consciousness. She began meditating for over two hours a day, chanting mantras, and connecting with Mahadev. Spiritual signs came through angel numbers, dreams, and intuitively timed messages. Curious for deeper guidance, she explored tarot readings on YouTube. The messages resonated so profoundly that she felt an instant spiritual familiarity—as if she had practiced this in a past life. She ordered an oracle deck, and the moment she held it, she felt a surge of divine energy. Without announcing her plans, she launched a YouTube channel dedicated to spiritual guidance. Her videos quickly went viral, and within a month, the channel was monetized. Consultations began soon after, and feedback from viewers was overwhelmingly positive. She soon realized that she did not need to become a civil servant to serve society. Through tarot, energy healing, and divine guidance, she was already uplifting lives and offering clarity to those in need. Her journey from academic disappointment to spiritual fulfillment is not just a personal evolution—it’s a powerful reminder that every setback carries within it the seed of transformation. From darkness to divine light, her story exemplifies the resilience of the human spirit and the incredible power of faith, purpose, and inner calling
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