As I sit down to share my thoughts with all of you, my heart is filled with immense love and gratitude for the teachings I have received from my beautiful teachers, dear friends, and a significant inspiration in my life, Yeshua. They have guided me on this path of truthfulness (Satya), which has transformed my existence in ways I could have never imagined.

Truthfulness is a sacred principle that resonates deeply within my soul. It is not just about speaking the truth, but also about living an authentic life aligned with our innermost being. When we embrace Satya, we honor our own essence and connect more deeply with the world around us.

Today, I am filled with profound gratitude as I pour my heart out in devotion to a being who has transformed my life in unimaginable ways – Yeshua. Allow me to share with you the essence of what Yeshua means to me, and how I have come to realize the synchronicity and unity between Yeshua's teachings and the practice of Yoga.

There is something awe-inspiring about the great outdoors. The scent of fresh pine, the soothing sounds of the forest, the inky blackness of the night – all of these elements have the power to give us a sense of peace and connection with the world around us. Recently, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in this world by spending three days alone in the forest. It was a spiritual journey that brought me closer to my higher Self, and one that I want to share with you all through my blog post today.

In the realm of spirituality, the path of Bhakti Yoga and the teachings of Yeshua (Jesus Christ) shine as unique, yet profoundly interconnected approaches to cultivating a deep and meaningful connection with the divine. While Bhakti Yoga, rooted in ancient Indian traditions, revolves around devotional love and surrender to the divine, the teachings of Yeshua, as expressed in the Gospel, exemplify the essence of divine love and compassion. This article aims to explore the beautiful parallels and complimentary elements of Bhakti Yoga and the teachings of Yeshua, unveiling their shared significance on the spiritual journey.

Faith and trust, oh how intricately intertwined they are with the human soul. Initially, a foggy concept to grasp, it took me countless years to truly internalize their essence. Now, as I reflect upon my journey, I am immensely grateful for the moment when this elusive door swung open, forever altering the course of my existence. Faith and trust, like sturdy pillars in the fragile architecture of life, have the power to transform our very being. They hold within them the capacity to bestow hope, unveil hidden courage, and illuminate the darkest corners of our minds. With faith and trust as steadfast companions, one can navigate the treacherous terrain of existence, surpassing the limitations of the mundane, and embracing a boundless realm of possibilities.

Recently, I embarked on a life-changing retreat and profund Yoganidra Teacher Traning in Vietnam with a yoga master. The experience opened my eyes even more deeply to the beauty of living a yogic lifestyle, both on and off the mat.

Throughout the retreat, I learned to embrace deep awareness and the power of the present moment. By checking in with my breath and my body, I was able to quiet my mind and find a sense of inner peace that I had never before experienced. I also discovered the joy of living in harmony with nature, practicing yoga in the fresh morning air or on the serene places of the ashram, and taking advantage of the healthy, nourishing foods that were readily available.

The term Vairagyam, which is often translated as “dispassion” or “detachment” is a fundamental concept in both Yoga as well as in Advaita Vedanta teachings. This term refers to the idea of letting go of attachment to worldly desires, possessions, and experiences, in order to find inner peace and spiritual fulfillment.

In the Upanishads, one of the foundational texts of Hinduism , the concept of Vairagyam can be found in several passages. In the Katha Upanishad, for example, the sage Yama teaches the young boy Nachiketa about the importance of dispassion in attaining knowledge of the self. He says:

I want to share with you a concept that holds immense significance in my life—Ahimsa, the practice of non-violence. As I reflect on my journey, I can truly say that this philosophy shapes my perspective and influences every aspect of my existence. It is a teaching that I've encountered through various teachers and have wholeheartedly embraced, striving to apply it in the best way I can.

Ahimsa, the first Yama in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras.