“Sadhana is my life, basically. Whether it's studying or not studying or meditating or not meditating, but the intent is to maintain a sense of that Highest Awareness at all times.”
Discover the profound journey and wisdom of friend and life-time meditator Ravi. Ravi is a 70 year old yogi who has dedicated 50 years to living and embodying the Highest Awareness under the guidance (and Grace) of his teacher, his guide, his ideal, his guru, Swami Shyam.
In this episode, Ravi shares timeless insights on meditation, the nature of the Knower, and how sadhana transforms everyday life. In this path of self-realization and living that highest awareness, it’s conversations like these that keep me going.
.Here’s some key takeaways:
- Ravi’s early spiritual questioning, venturing to northern India in the 70’s to meet his Guru Swami Shyam
- The importance of sadhana as a life-long, all-encompassing practice (50 years in!)
- A deeper understanding of the Highest Awareness and the role of meditation
- Practical insights on attending to the space between thoughts and the power of the Knower in meditation
- How to navigate doubts, ego, and illusion on the spiritual path
- The legacy of Swamiji and the simplicity of true liberation
- Advice to younger seekers and the importance of trust and dedication
Visit Swami Shyams Library of english books and scriptures HERE
I really loved this satsang discussion, it gave me so much inspiration! It’s such a trip to hear stories of Western seekers making the trek to India in the 70’s. I feel in my soul I’m from that era. But these conversations strike me as important for us to adapt our sadhana and the timeless Knowledge for today’s world and keep our attention, always, on the highest.
Remember, the journey is lifelong and continuous. Every moment offers an opportunity to recognize the Knower within.
And, in Ravi’s words “The rest as they say is history—a far more enlightening one than I ever studied at University—the history of the Eternal Reality, Me!”
In oneness,
Bobbi
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