Thinking of taking a numerology twist on your Diwali shopping It’s not as unusual as it sounds! Diwali is all about ushering in abundance, light, and positive vibes, and numerology—by aligning your purchases with the energy of your life path number—can make shopping feel a bit more intentional and meaningful.

Start with your life path number. If you’re not sure how to find it, don't worry. It's very simple, here's what you have to do: just add up the digits of your birthdate until you get a single digit. For example, someone born on October 12, 1990, would add 1+0+1+2+1+9+9+0 = 23, and 2+3 = 5, so their life path number is 5. Easy, right

For our creative, independent life path 1s, consider investing in something that you may need and can actually use, needless gifts and purchases may just frustrate you in the longer run, otherwise. Try: a stylish organizer or even a vibrant piece of artwork to hang in your home. Life path 2s, who are known for harmony and connection, might find joy in the exact opposite though. Either they'd waste their money on buying something completely useless for sentimental purposes or they'd do it for relationship and other connection-based purposes. Either way, to them it is the sentiment that matters. Purchasing items for loved ones, like matching candles or cozy throws that can create warmth in their shared spaces is ideal for them.

Life path 3s, the social butterflies, could go for something decorative and fun—think bright rangoli kits or glittering string lights. For our practical life path 4s, a quality piece for the home, like a sturdy plant stand or a classic metal diya set, aligns beautifully with their grounded energy.

Life path 5s, bold at heart, might enjoy something that adds a touch of novelty or excitement—maybe a unique piece of art or an exotic spice set to add flavour to Diwali meals. Life path 6s, naturally caring, might find happiness in buying gifts that bring comfort to their families, like soft cushions or wellness sets.

For life path 7s, who are introspective, Diwali’s a perfect time to pick up that beautiful journal you've been eyeing or a set of crystals you believe is a needless expenditure that you still want so badly. Life path 8s, our ambitious souls, could splurge on something that feels luxurious. And finally, life path 9s, with your compassion and wisdom, you might only find joy in gifting others or even donating as part of your Diwali tradition.

This year, do what you want, buy what you want and find gifts that match not only your personality but the festive spirit, too. If it helps, here's a little guide but despite what the path your life is on, the final choice is yours. And if you, as a life path number 9 want to do something different and invest in yourself then this is the exact festival for that. A personal, intimate festival, for happiness is everyone's. It is a shared commodity. What makes you happy, goes. No matter what anyone might have to say about it.