How Our Free Consultation Works: What to Share and What Happens Next

When life feels uncertain, it isn't always clear which puja, havan or ritual is right, or whether one is needed at all. Many devotees feel hesitant to reach out: "Will I be pushed into something expensive? Will they understand my situation? Is it really free?"

That's why every booking with Acharya Ashish Sharma begins with a FREE personal consultation. There is no fee and no obligation. You simply talk to Acharya ji about your situation, ask your questions, and understand which traditional Maa Baglamukhi Puja, Havan or Special Anushthan he considers appropriate, or whether a simple prayer at home is enough. Then you decide, in your own time, whether to go ahead.

This page explains exactly how the consultation works, what to share, how your privacy is protected, and what happens next.

Why a Consultation Comes First

Every family's situation is different. A generic "one puja for everyone" approach does not respect the tradition or the devotee. The consultation helps in three ways:

What we don't do: we never pressure anyone to book, never use fear, and never promise guaranteed results. Puja and havan are acts of faith and devotion, and we explain them that way.

Read more: Why We Never Promise Guaranteed Results, and What We Do Offer

How the Free Consultation Works: 5 Simple Steps

Step 1: Send the Form or Call

Fill the free consultation form on this page, or call +91 88271 82771 or +91 99778 27785.

A sample first message you can copy:

"Namaste Acharya ji. My name is ___, I live in ___ (city, country). I would like a free consultation regarding ___ (e.g. marriage / career / family peace / a legal matter / business / obstacles). I prefer to talk in Hindi / English."

Step 2: Share a Few Basic Details

Step 3: Personal Conversation with Acharya Ashish Sharma

Acharya ji listens to your situation, by call or message, and asks a few questions if needed. Where relevant, he may ask for birth details (date, time and place of birth) to understand your situation from a traditional Jyotish perspective. This is always optional.

Step 4: Guidance According to Your Situation

Based on the conversation, Acharya ji explains:

• Whether a puja, havan or special anushthan is traditionally appropriate, or whether a simple daily prayer or mantra at home is enough
• What the ritual involves: mantras, offerings, duration, number of pandits
• The auspicious date and muhurat
• Whether you can join in person at Nalkheda or remotely
• The dakshina (cost), clearly and upfront, with what it includes

Read more: Puja vs Havan vs Anushthan: Which Is Right for Your Situation? · How Much Does a Baglamukhi Puja Cost?

Step 5: You Decide, with No Pressure

Take your time. Discuss it with your family. If you decide to go ahead, share your sankalp details (full name, gotra if known, family members' names), confirm the date, and complete the payment. If you decide not to, that's completely fine. The consultation was free.

What Kinds of Guidance Do People Seek?

Devotees reach out about many kinds of situations. The six most common areas are:

Some people simply want to begin a devotional practice to Maa Baglamukhi, or have a puja performed on a festival such as Navratri or Baglamukhi Jayanti. That's welcome too.

Three Example First Conversations (Illustrative)

These show how a consultation typically unfolds. They are illustrations only; every consultation is personal.

Example 1: A mother in Delhi, about her daughter's marriage. She shares that proposals have not moved forward for two years. Acharya ji asks about the family's search so far and, with her permission, her daughter's birth details. He suggests a Thursday home practice and, if the family wishes, a Maa Baglamukhi Puja on an auspicious day. He explains the dakshina clearly. She takes a week to discuss it with her husband, and there is no follow-up pressure.

Example 2: A software engineer in California, about career stress. He messages late at night his time. Acharya ji replies the next morning (IST) and they schedule a call for the engineer's evening. After listening, Acharya ji suggests only a simple daily prayer for now and encourages practical steps. No ritual is booked, and the consultation was still free.

Example 3: A business family in Surat, before Diwali. They want a puja for their new showroom. Acharya ji suggests a Ganesh–Lakshmi Puja with Maa Baglamukhi prayers and explains the muhurat options before Diwali, the ritual steps and the dakshina. They book the same week.

Consultations for Special Occasions

Before, During and After: A Quick Timeline

What Happens After You Book

If you choose to go ahead with a puja, havan or anushthan:

1. Sankalp details are confirmed: name, gotra, family members and intention.
2. The ritual is performed by Acharya Ashish Sharma at Nalkheda on the chosen auspicious date.
3. You stay connected: where arranged, you can join by video call or receive photos or video of the ritual.
4. Prasad and follow-up guidance: Acharya ji may suggest simple practices to continue at home.

Read more: How to Book a Puja at Nalkheda: Consultation → Sankalp → Puja → Prasad

For Devotees Living Abroad

Many of our devotees live in the USA, Canada, UK and other countries. The consultation works exactly the same way by phone:

• The online form works from any country and we call you back, so you don't need an Indian number.
• Time zones: India is 9.5–12.5 hours ahead of North America and 4.5–5.5 hours ahead of the UK. Send a message any time and we'll arrange a call at a time that suits you.
• Language: Hindi or English.
• Payment: UPI, bank transfer, Razorpay, Stripe and PayPal are all accepted.
• Participation: join the ritual by video call where arranged, or receive photos or video.

Read more: How to Book a Puja in India from the USA, Canada or UK · Online Puja from Abroad: What Tradition Says

Your Privacy Matters

Many people share personal and sensitive matters during a consultation: family concerns, legal matters, financial difficulties. We treat everything you share with respect and confidentiality:

• Your details are used only to guide you and, if you book, to perform the ritual in your name.
• We never share your information with others.
• We never ask for OTPs, passwords or unnecessary documents.
• You can share as much or as little as you're comfortable with.

Questions People Often Ask Before Messaging

"Is it really free?" Yes. The consultation has no fee and no obligation to book.

"Will I be pressured to book an expensive puja?" No. Sometimes the guidance is simply a daily prayer or mantra at home. If a puja or havan is suggested, the reason and the dakshina are explained clearly, and the decision is entirely yours.

"What if my problem is very personal?" You can share as much or as little as you like. Everything is confidential.

"Can a family member contact you on my behalf?" Yes. Parents often contact us on behalf of their children, and children on behalf of parents.

"I'm not very religious; can I still ask?" Of course. Many people reach out simply to understand the tradition before deciding anything.

Tips for a Helpful Consultation

1. Be clear about the main concern. Start with what matters most.
2. Mention how long the situation has been going on.
3. Share what you've already tried, practically and spiritually.
4. Keep birth details handy if you'd like a Jyotish view (optional).
5. Write down your questions before the call.
6. Involve family if the decision affects them.

About Acharya Ashish Sharma

Acharya Ashish Sharma has served in the tradition of Maa Baglamukhi for more than 25 years. He is Sanskrit-trained and connected with this tradition since birth, and his office is near Maa Baglamukhi Temple, Nalkheda. He performs traditional Maa Baglamukhi Puja, Havan and Special Anushthan, and offers personal spiritual guidance according to each devotee's situation, for families in India and around the world.