Navratri Special · Free global online episode
Celebrating the Divine Feminine
Inner strength, harmony, positive energy and a kinder world.
Sunday 18 October 2026 · 2pm BST
UK 2pm · India 6:30pm · East Africa 4pm · Mauritius 5pm
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An afternoon of stories, music and reflection for Navratri, honouring the strength, wisdom and care of women everywhere. The stream plays right here, or watch on YouTube or Facebook and join the live chat.
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Why this episode
Nine nights that honour the strength in every woman
Navratri means “nine nights”. Across India and the diaspora, families honour the Goddess Durga in her nine forms with prayer, fasting, music and Garba. Our episode falls during Sharad Navratri, the autumn festival that leads to Dussehra.
The Divine Feminine is more than ritual. It is the courage, care and wisdom of the women in our families and communities. Speakers from around the world share stories of inner strength, harmony and positive energy, and how each of us can help build a kinder world. Healing Our Earth has broadcast free every Sunday since April 2020.
Join in this week
Six ways to celebrate Navratri
Simple ways to mark the nine nights at home or in your community, whatever your background.
Light a diya
Light a lamp at dusk and take a quiet moment for prayer, gratitude or reflection. Keep the flame away from curtains and small children.
Evening ritual
Dance Garba together
Join a Garba or Dandiya night near you, or dance at home with family. It is joyful exercise for every age.
Movement and joy
Honour the women in your life
Call your mother, grandmother, sister, teacher or friend and tell them what they mean to you.
Gratitude
Fast with care
If you fast, drink plenty of water and choose fruit, nuts, yoghurt and light meals. If you have diabetes, are pregnant or take regular medicines, check with your doctor first.
Health
Find your inner strength
A few minutes a day of meditation, chanting or slow breathing can steady the mind and lift your mood.
Mind
Give in the spirit of seva
Cook for a neighbour, volunteer at a community kitchen or support a charity that helps women and girls.
Seva
Programme
Speakers announced soon
We are bringing together speakers, artists and community voices from around the world to celebrate the Divine Feminine. The running order will appear here in the days before the episode.
Would you like to take part, or do you know someone who should? Send us a message.
Questions
Do I need to register or pay?
No. The episode is free and open to everyone. Join us on this page, YouTube or Facebook at 2pm UK time.
What time is it where I am?
UK 2:00pm, Central Europe 3:00pm, East Africa 4:00pm, Mauritius and Dubai 5:00pm, India 6:30pm, Hong Kong and Singapore 9:00pm, New York 9:00am.
Can I ask a question?
Yes. Type it into the live chat during the broadcast, or send it to us on Telegram beforehand.
What if I miss it?
The full recording stays on our YouTube channel and plays on this page, so you can watch whenever suits you.
Is this medical advice?
No. The episode and this page share traditions, personal experiences and general information. If you plan to fast and have a health condition, are pregnant or take regular medicines, please talk to your doctor first.
See you on Sunday at 2pm
Light a diya, gather your family and celebrate with us. Inner strength. Harmony. Positive energy. A kinder world.
Traditions, personal experiences and general information only, not a substitute for advice from your own doctor. Healing Our Earth broadcasts free every Sunday.
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