{"id":114,"date":"2025-08-07T09:06:12","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T09:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/?page_id=114"},"modified":"2026-06-18T10:12:03","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T10:12:03","slug":"about-me","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/index.php\/about-me\/","title":{"rendered":"About Me"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000196165-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-268\" style=\"border-radius:8px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000196165-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000196165-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000196165-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000196165-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000196165.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<p>Hi, I&#8217;m <strong>Shivanshu Pande<\/strong> \u2014 a <strong>Vedic Astrologer<\/strong>, <strong>author<\/strong>, and <strong>engineer<\/strong>, based in India. I help people understand themselves through the lens of classical Jyotisha \u2014 the ancient science of timing, karma, and self-knowledge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>My Astrology Journey<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve practiced <strong>Vedic Astrology<\/strong> for over <strong>five years<\/strong> \u2014 first through self-study, then under the direct guidance of a guru. In <strong>2025<\/strong>, I earned my <strong>Diploma in Vedic Astrology<\/strong>, formalising what had been a deeply personal devotional practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My approach draws from classical Sanskrit sources \u2014 <strong>Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra<\/strong>, <strong>Bhrigu Sutram<\/strong>, and <strong>Brihat Jataka<\/strong>. I&#8217;m not interested in entertainment astrology or generic horoscope content. I do <em>classical, depth-oriented readings<\/em> for people who want real understanding \u2014 about timing, dharma, relationships, and the patterns their chart reveals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am a <strong>Shakti-bhakt<\/strong>, and for me, Jyotisha is a form of sadhana \u2014 not entertainment, not prediction-for-its-own-sake. The precise mathematics of the planets at the moment of your first breath encode patterns about your life; my work is to read those patterns honestly and offer them back to you with care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/index.php\/consultation-form\/\"><strong>Book a Consultation \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/index.php\/category\/astrology\/\"><strong>Read the Astrology Blog<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>My Background<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Science)<\/strong> \u00b7 BMS College of Engineering \u00b7 <em>First Class with Distinction<\/em> \u00b7 2023<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Master of Science in Data Science &amp; Artificial Intelligence<\/strong> \u00b7 BITS Pilani \u00b7 expected 2028  \u00b7 Distinction  \u00b7  SGPA 9.5+<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Diploma in Vedic Astrology<\/strong> \u00b7 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Three years<\/strong> of professional experience in SAP, Cloud, Data Analytics, and Data Engineering \u2014 currently in active practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UGC NET aspirant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The combination of classical training, computer-science precision, and devotional practice is what shapes the depth and accuracy of every chart I read.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Beyond Astrology<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>My professional work in software engineering, data, and AI isn&#8217;t separate from my Jyotisha practice \u2014 the same precision and care for detail informs both. The mathematics of planetary positions and the mathematics of data engineering share the same foundation: <em>read what is actually there, not what you assume to be there<\/em>. Honestly i was amazed to see similarity between Central limit theorem and astrological prediction , the art and science of prediction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also write \u2014 both for my personal blog and as a <strong>published author<\/strong>. My debut book <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.in\/d\/3sETOuC\"><em>What The Days Taught Me About Life<\/em><\/a> is a collection of 21 poems exploring everyday life lessons. The first poem is featured on the homepage. Another book is on the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outside academics and work, I&#8217;m an avid traveler. Over the past three years, I&#8217;ve covered more than <strong>25,000 kilometers across India<\/strong>, exploring its diverse cultures, terrains, and stories. Travel deepens my understanding of dharma in lived practice. I love to meet people and listen to their life .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000190762-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000190762-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000190762-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000190762-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000190762-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1000190762-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Resources &amp; Writing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<!-- WordPress \"Custom HTML\" block -->\n<div style=\"max-width:560px;margin:2rem auto;padding:1.3rem 1.6rem;border:1px solid #e3d4b0;border-left:4px solid #9a2a2a;border-radius:10px;background:#faf4e8;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#3a3326;\">\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 .2rem;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.18em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#9a2a2a;\">\u2726 New Release<\/p>\n  <h3 style=\"margin:0;font-size:1.45rem;color:#2c2419;\">Foundations of Jyotish<\/h3>\n  <p style=\"margin:.15rem 0 .7rem;font-style:italic;color:#7a6f57;\">The Complete Vedic Astrology Series \u00b7 3 Books<\/p>\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 .9rem;font-size:.95rem;line-height:1.55;\">A classical, three-book course \u2014 read in sequence, it takes a complete beginner to a confident chart-reader using authentic Jyotish principles. Free to read on Kindle Unlimited.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.in\/dp\/B0H1NFPGP2?binding=kindle_edition&#038;ref=dbs_dp_awt_sb_pc_tkin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;font-size:.95rem;color:#fff;background:#9a2a2a;padding:.55rem 1.4rem;border-radius:6px;\">Read on Amazon \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<!-- WordPress \"Custom HTML\" block -->\n<div style=\"max-width:560px;margin:2rem auto;padding:1.3rem 1.6rem;border:1px solid #e3d4b0;border-left:4px solid #9a2a2a;border-radius:10px;background:#faf4e8;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#3a3326;\">\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 .2rem;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.18em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#9a2a2a;\">\u2726 New Release<\/p>\n  <h3 style=\"margin:0;font-size:1.45rem;color:#2c2419;\">Parihara<\/h3>\n  <p style=\"margin:.15rem 0 .7rem;font-style:italic;color:#7a6f57;\">A Practitioner&#8217;s Manual of Classical Vedic Remedies<\/p>\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 .9rem;font-size:.95rem;line-height:1.55;\">A working handbook of authentic remedial measures drawn from the classical tradition \u2014 mantra, charity, conduct, and worship, applied with the discernment a real chart demands. A practical companion for serious students and consulting astrologers alike. Free to read on Kindle Unlimited.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.in\/dp\/B0H54R3T1J\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;font-size:.95rem;color:#fff;background:#9a2a2a;padding:.55rem 1.4rem;border-radius:6px;\">Read on Amazon \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<!-- WordPress \"Custom HTML\" block -->\n<div style=\"max-width:560px;margin:2rem auto;padding:1.3rem 1.6rem;border:1px solid #e3d4b0;border-left:4px solid #3a4a6b;border-radius:10px;background:#faf4e8;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#3a3326;\">\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 .2rem;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.18em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#3a4a6b;\">\u2726 New Release<\/p>\n  <h3 style=\"margin:0;font-size:1.45rem;color:#2c2419;\">What the Days Revealed<\/h3>\n  <p style=\"margin:.15rem 0 .7rem;font-style:italic;color:#7a6f57;\">Reflections, Poems &amp; Lessons on a Life Lived<\/p>\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 .9rem;font-size:.95rem;line-height:1.55;\">A collection of reflections, poems, and personal stories on the experiences that shape a life \u2014 death, love, courage, gratitude, money, family, and the quiet truths of everyday living. Each chapter opens with a poem, followed by the reflections and lived moments that inspired it. This is not a book of perfect answers; it is a book of pauses.<\/p>\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 .9rem;font-size:.95rem;font-style:italic;line-height:1.5;color:#5a5240;\">Some days shape us.<br>Some days save us.<br>All of them teach us.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.in\/d\/03jk9IJt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;font-size:.95rem;color:#fff;background:#3a4a6b;padding:.55rem 1.4rem;border-radius:6px;\">Read on Amazon \u2192<\/a>\n  <p style=\"margin:.8rem 0 0;font-size:.8rem;color:#7a6f57;\">Free on Kindle Unlimited \u00b7 also in paperback (Notion Press) &amp; available internationally via Amazon.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u270d\ufe0f Writing on Medium<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Articles on finance, wealth-building, and personal money management. <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@pandeshivanshu18\"><strong>Read on Medium \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf93 Academic Papers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Research papers \u2014 searchable on <a href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=LLUhTW4AAAAJ&amp;hl=en&amp;oi=ao\"><strong>Google Scholar \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcdc Credentials<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1197\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000132092.jpg\" alt=\"DIPLOMA\" class=\"wp-image-161\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000132092.jpg 1197w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000132092-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000132092-766x1024.jpg 766w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000132092-768x1027.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1000132092-1149x1536.jpg 1149w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1197px) 100vw, 1197px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">DIPLOMA IN ASTROLOGY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/shivanshuconsults.in\/index.php\/my-credentials\/\"><strong>View My Credentials<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>&#8220;Our anxiety does not come from thinking about the future, but from wanting to control it..&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\u2014 <strong>Khalil Gibran<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>\u201cIf everything around seems dark, look again, you may be the light.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\u2015&nbsp;<strong>Rumi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Ready to begin?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">I take a limited number of consultations each month to give every reading the depth and attention it deserves. 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