Baba’s teaching, “A seeker experiences the unfoldment of the shakti according to their own effort,” has motivated me on the Siddha Yoga path. It reminds me that progress requires consistent effort both in sadhana and in life.

I felt excited reading Eesha’s Introduction and discovering that we would once again get to reflect on her insights, this time concerning Gurumayi’s teachings from the Mahashivaratri satsang. Last month, her insightful questions encouraged me to explore how I could more deeply absorb Gurumayi’s teachings in the Makara Sankranti satsang and incorporate them into my everyday life.

Throughout my sadhana journey, I have dedicated myself to studying the Siddha Yoga path website and the teachings of my Gurus and consistently to applying these principles in my interactions with others. This commitment has required steady discipline, waking early for daily practice, setting aside time each day for study and contemplation, and making a conscious effort to bring awareness, patience, and compassion into my relationships. It means choosing to reflect on my actions and realigning with the teachings. 

Missouri, United States

What a majestic image for this “Meditation on Gurumayi’s Words” in the Mahashivaratri satsang! Mount Kailas, with its deep blue color and canvas-like texture, immediately gives my mind solid support to stay steadfast in the practice of repeating the mantra Om Namah Shivaya. I feel as though there is ground beneath my feet, as if the Guru is supporting me from within. It fills me with a sense of profound peace and protection. 

Thane West, India

As I opened the Siddha Yoga path website today, I read this beautiful introduction and was delighted to learn that together we are going to explore more about Gurumayi’s teachings from the Mahashivaratri satsang. I have been experiencing divine energy flowing from the recent satsangs with Gurumayi, the teachings during the satsangs, and now the deeper exploration of the teachings. Indeed, it is great sadhana; shakti is continuing to pour upon me.

Vapi, India

The loving and clear way Eesha shares her understanding helps me to go a bit deeper each time in my experience of Gurumayi’s teachings.

Uzes, France

Studying Eesha’s “Meditations on Gurumayi’s Words” is a great support for me. I am currently in the midst of some unpleasant mundane situations and, at times like these, it can be challenging for me to do some of the other Siddha Yoga practices.

Eesha’s reflections resonate within my whole being, especially when I listen to them. I feel that her voice vibrates with liveliness and captivating verve. Rather than imparted doctrine or instruction, I hear her words as an invitation.

I look forward to the discoveries we will make together in March.

Geneva, Switzerland

Days after the Mahashivaratri satsang with Gurumayi, I was overcome by a growing sense of longing to be with the outer form of the Guru, and I imagined how wonderful it must be to be in Gurumayi’s physical presence.

Today, after reciting Shri Guru Gita, I was walking through the forest when suddenly the question arose: “Where do you worship the Guru?” I realized that when I think of Gurumayi, I always imagine her in Shree Muktananda Ashram or Gurudev Siddha Peeth. Right in that moment, I realized that Gurumayi dwells in my heart—in unity with God and my own highest Self. There is no way she could be closer to me than this!

As I continued to walk, I began to place white gardenias on my heart, and I then became filled with a feeling of great freedom and lightness.

Konolfingen, Switzerland