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This Year, the auspicious month of Sawan begins on July 4 and will last till August 31, with as many as 8 Mondays falling during this period. A rare occurrence which has taken place after 19 long years - because of Adhik Shravan Maas. Therefore, instead of four, there will be 8 Sawan Ke Somwar this year.
Devotees observe fast (Vrat) on Sawan (Shravan) Mondays and pray to Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati.
Altering your lifestyle with some minor changes and following these things during Sawan can help you maintain a healthy mind, body and soul.
Do not forget to bow your head with humility before the Lord and Devi Parvati and thank them for everything.
In the evening, you can meditate and even light a Diya (lamp) in front of the Lord. Chanting of Shiva Mantra can help with concentration.
You can also give free food to the needy and poor. Distributing Prasad with a clean notion of charity in your heart can please the Lord.
You can keep onion, garlic and non-veg food items away from the kitchen. Eat Sattvik Bhojan for the entire month.
Visit a Shiva-Parvati Temple, and offer Bilva leaves, Milk and Ganga Jal or water to the Lingam. Perform the Shiva Abhishekham on your own.
Chant the Shiva moola mantra ( Om Namah Shivai), and meditate for some time – it will give you mental peace.