"The truth is such an attractive pursuit."

In this episode, I share an illuminating conversation with Jyoti, a devoted meditator who has spent decades exploring the depths of her sadhana. Our dialogue begins with Jyoti reflecting on her journey to India, where she found both her spiritual home and a deeper understanding of herself.

She shares how her former life as a professional dancer—filled with intensity and chaos—ultimately led her toward yoga and meditation, and to the ashram where she met her teacher, Swami Shyam. From there, the conversation unfolds into a rich exploration of conviction in spiritual practice. Jyoti reminds us that while practices naturally evolve over time, the truth remains constant—alive, expansive, and ever-revealing.

Some highlights;

➖ Yoga is always interpreted through the mind of the listener.

➖ Practices change over time, but conviction in truth remains.

➖ Meditation is a doorway into a subtler reality beyond thought.

➖ The mind is not qualified to tell you who you are—it creates problems and then attempts to solve them.

➖ By changing your thoughts, you can change your experience.

Jyoti invites us into a more spacious relationship with practice—one rooted not in rigidity, but in freedom, discernment, and a steady conviction in who we truly are beyond the mind. It’s such a joy to share these satsang conversations with you. They are true jewels—offering sincere expressions and perspectives from luminous beings like Jyoti.

I trust you’ll feel inspired to stand with greater conviction in the truth of who you are.

in oneness,

Bobbi

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