What's your Lagav | लगाव ? The Story of Attachment

Lagav is everyday joys

Do you notice the little moments of life that give us a sense of relaxed happiness? They often pass by unseen, as we forget to acknowledge them. We feel a sense of comfort in sipping coffee in our favorite mug or practicing art as we soak in some extra minutes of calmness. These little joys make life worthwhile. Your favorite cup of coffee, your reading corner, the sunset sky, the flower pot you planted; these everyday things are part of your story of attachment.

Lagav is a legacy 

Attachment also forges connections with deeper emotions. It connects people, objects, geographies, cultures, and even generations. Love is indeed beyond space and time! Have you noticed rituals that have become traditions? The way we listen to music might have changed but the lagav towards it remains constant, connecting us with something that makes the heart smile.

“I still remember watching my grandma prepare for festivities, stitching a garland together or lighting up locally sourced handmade terracotta diyas. I still love doing these things with my own hands. I think my love for handcrafted comes from that emotion!”

Lagav is in togetherness 

Be it the idea of sharing meals or the art of giving (gifts), spending quality time with loved ones, or making them feel appreciated is the strongest way to express gratitude. Love is in the details! Putting a meal together, as you prepare to host with little efforts from the heart, the feast that follows is what gives life meaning! The laughter and conversations, the spread of food laid out with good intentions, and the beautiful decor that warms the heart, strengthen the aura of affection.

Everyone has their own attachments, their personal little story of lagav, but what is important is identifying and honoring them. That is how you can be truly present, celebrating life not just for the grand occasions but also for the finer details. An hour of yoga, some moments with your pet, sharing loved music, baking and cooking, or a movie night with friends/family, what makes your life complete?

What’s your Lagav?