As the sun sets on the bustling streets of India, I find myself reflecting on a conversation that felt like a homecoming for the soul. Joined by the melodious Kirtan leader Jahnavi Harrison, we traverse the spiritual landscape of a nation in flux, examining the delicate dance between progress and preservation. Together, we peel back layers of India's rich cultural tapestry, pondering the fear that modernization could erode the spiritual bedrock of a civilization. We also share our personal escapades within spiritual communities, celebrating the beauty of diversity in practice and thought while championing the unique paths we each take towards expressing our deepest values.