After the Eclipse and Shivratri: How to Ask Ganesha to Remove the LAST Remaining Obstacle in Your 2026 Path
Shiva cleared your karma, the eclipse reset your path—today Ganesha removes the last big obstacle. Here’s what your sign should surrender.
We are currently sitting in one of the most potent energetic pockets of 2026. If you've been following the cosmic weather, you know that the last few weeks have been intense. First, we experienced the deep karmic clearing of Maha Shivratri and the Pradosh fast. Lord Shiva helped us detach from old emotional baggage and destructive cycles. Immediately following that, the powerful Aquarius Solar Eclipse on February 17 acted as a cosmic reset button, drastically realigning our timelines toward our true destiny.
So, the karma is cleared, and the new path is illuminated. But what happens when you try to walk down that path and realize there is one stubborn, giant boulder still blocking the way? That is where today comes in. Today is Varad Chaturthi, the day dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the Supreme Lord of Obstacles (Vighnaharta). When a Ganesha vrat falls immediately after such massive cosmic events, it’s not a coincidence; it’s an invitation to explicitly ask for the removal of the last remaining hurdle preventing your 2026 success.
If you feel like you are 90% there but something invisible is holding you back, today is the day to break it. For a comprehensive look at what this year holds for you after this clearing, I strongly recommend getting your 12-Month Future Prediction Report.
The Varad Chaturthi Obstacle-Clearing Ritual
This is not a day for a long, complicated manifestation list. The energy today is about precision and removal. You need to identify the one specific block—be it a fear, a piling debt, a toxic relationship, or a self-sabotaging habit—and offer it to Lord Ganesha.
Here is the simple, powerful ritual to perform today:
- The Purge Paper: Take a small, clean piece of paper. Write down the one specific obstacle you need removed. Be honest. (e.g., "My fear of public speaking," "My credit card debt," "My attachment to [Name]").
- The Aarti: Place this paper under a photo or idol of Lord Ganesha. Light a ghee or oil diya. Perform a short Aarti. If you don't know the traditional songs, simply chant "Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha" 21 or 108 times, focusing completely on the feeling of relief once this obstacle is gone.
- The Surrender: After the Aarti, take the paper. Do not keep it. Safely burn it in a fireproof bowl, or tear it into tiny pieces and flush it away. As it burns or disappears, visualize the obstacle disintegrating from your life path.
- The Energy Exchange (Daan): To seal this karmic transaction, you must offer an energy exchange. Today, offer food to a stray dog or a cow, or make a small donation to a charity that feeds the hungry. This act of giving opens the vacuum for Ganesha’s blessing to flow in.
The ONE Obstacle Your Zodiac Sign Must Surrender Today
Sometimes, we are blind to our own biggest hurdles. Based on current planetary transits following the eclipse, here is the specific obstacle each zodiac sign needs to write on their paper and surrender to Lord Ganesha today.
♈ Aries (March 21 - April 19)
The Obstacle to Surrender: Impulsive Reactions & Anger
Aries, the recent eclipse fired up your sector of community and long-term goals. Your path to success this year requires collaboration, not conflict. Your biggest obstacle right now is your tendency to react hotly when things don't move at your speed. Surrender your impatience. Ask Ganesha to replace your quick temper with strategic patience. If you're struggling to find the right career strategy, a Career and Money Report can provide the blueprint.
♉ Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
The Obstacle to Surrender: The Fear of Change
Taurus, the eclipse hit your career sector, signaling massive professional shifts. You are being pushed out of your comfort zone, and you are resisting it with all your earthly might. Your obstacle is the illusion that 'staying the same' keeps you safe. Surrender your stubbornness and your fear of the unknown. Ask Ganesha to grant you the flexibility to ride the wave of change rather than fighting it.
♊ Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
The Obstacle to Surrender: Mental Clutter & Indecision
Gemini, you have too many tabs open in your brain. The recent cosmic events have given you brilliant new ideas, but your inability to choose one path is paralyzing you. Your obstacle is analysis paralysis. Surrender the need to know everything before taking a step. Ask Ganesha to clear the mental fog and give you laser-sharp focus on your most profitable idea.
♋ Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
The Obstacle to Surrender: Holding onto the Past
Cancer, Shivratri asked you to let go, but you might still be clutching a piece of a past relationship or a past grievance. This emotional weight is the only thing stopping you from entering a beautiful new phase of intimacy and shared wealth. Surrender your nostalgia for what was. Ask Ganesha to sever the energetic cords tying you to people who no longer serve your highest good. If you need clarity on a current bond, look into a Love Compatibility Report.
♌ Leo (July 23 - August 22)
The Obstacle to Surrender: The Need for External Validation
Leo, the eclipse shook up your relationship sector. You might be putting too much of your self-worth into how a partner (or the public) views you. Your obstacle is the belief that you only shine when others applaud. Surrender your ego's need for constant praise. Ask Ganesha to install an unshakable core of self-belief so you can lead authentically in 2026.
♍ Virgo (August 23 - September 22)
The Obstacle to Surrender: Perfectionism & Micromanagement
Virgo, the universe has handed you a new daily routine or work project following the eclipse, but you are suffocating it by trying to control every detail. Your obstacle is perfectionism, which is really just fear disguised as high standards. Surrender the need to micromanage the universe. Ask Ganesha to help you trust the process and delegate without anxiety.
♎ Libra (September 23 - October 22)
The Obstacle to Surrender: People-Pleasing & Avoiding Conflict
Libra, the recent cosmic shifts have demanded that you step into your creative power and demand what you are worth. However, you are terrified of upsetting the apple cart. Your obstacle is your chronic people-pleasing. Surrender the need to keep the peace at the expense of your own boundaries. Ask Ganesha to give you the courage to advocate fiercely for yourself.
♏ Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)
The Obstacle to Surrender: Deep-Seated Trust Issues
Scorpio, the eclipse brought changes to your home and foundational security. You are building something new, but you are doing it with defensive walls a mile high. Your obstacle is paranoia and the inability to let people help you. Surrender your suspicion. Ask Ganesha to clear your heart chakra so you can allow safe, supportive people into your inner circle.
♐ Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)
The Obstacle to Surrender: Scattered Energy & Lack of Follow-Through
Sagittarius, the eclipse activated your communication and local travel sector. You are buzzing with inspiration, but you start projects and abandon them halfway. Your obstacle is a lack of discipline. Surrender the fear of commitment to a single goal. Ask Ganesha to grant you the endurance to see your most important 2026 project through to the finish line.
♑ Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)
The Obstacle to Surrender: A Scarcity Mindset Regarding Money
Capricorn, the eclipse happened in your financial sector. The universe wants to bring you a new stream of income, but you are vibrating at the frequency of lack and worry. Your obstacle is the deep-seated fear that there will never be 'enough.' Surrender your financial anxiety. Ask Ganesha to remove the blockages in your root chakra and open you up to true abundance. For specific financial guidance, consider a Career & Wealth Combo Report.
♒ Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
The Obstacle to Surrender: The Need to Do It All Alone
Aquarius, you just hosted a major Solar Eclipse in your sign. You are undergoing a massive identity upgrade. However, your obstacle is your hyper-independence, which isolates you. You think asking for help is a weakness. Surrender your lone-wolf mentality. Ask Ganesha to remove your pride and bring you the right mentors and collaborators to support your new path.
♓ Pisces (February 19 - March 20)
The Obstacle to Surrender: Escapism & Victimhood
Pisces, the eclipse happened in your 12th house of the subconscious. Deep spiritual healing occurred, but your obstacle is the lingering habit of playing the victim when reality gets too harsh. Surrender your desire to escape into fantasy or unhealthy coping mechanisms. Ask Ganesha to give you the grounded strength to face reality head-on and take radical responsibility for your life.
Final Thoughts: The Road is Clear
By tonight, after you have burned your paper and completed your Daan, you should feel a distinct lightness. The heavy energy that has been following you since the beginning of the year is lifting. Lord Ganesha has cleared the debris; the eclipse has set the destination. Now, it is up to you to walk the path. Remember to check your daily energy with our Daily Free Tarot Reading to stay aligned as you move forward.
May Lord Ganesha remove all your obstacles. Om Gan Ganapataye Namah!
