Gayathri Raman has been a dedicated student of Acharya Shunya since 2012, immersing herself in the wisdom of Vedanta, Yoga, and Vedic texts within the traditional gurukulam setting. Under her Guru’s guidance, Gayathri’s love for Advaita Vedanta deepened, transforming her understanding of life’s higher truths and spiritual practices. This journey profoundly enriched her inner and outer life, allowing her to connect with timeless teachings like the Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras, Sadhana Panchakam, and other works by Adi Shankaracharya.

Gayathri’s spiritual path began with Ayurveda at Vedika Global.

What started as a two-month self-care course evolved into a lifelong commitment. In 2015, she became an Ayurveda Health Counselor, specializing in lifestyle and psychology, and integrating ancient wisdom into modern life for holistic healing.

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Her devotion to Acharya Shunya’s teachings further deepened when she co-created The Awakened Self Foundation in 2020,  to expand access to Vedic knowledge through modern technology, successfully reaching students on every continent and broadening the sphere of enlightenment. This initiative made Acharya Shunya's teachings accessible to seekers worldwide. Amongst other initiatives, she played a key role in the launch of Roar Like a Goddess Series, helping to share its empowering messages through online courses, touching lives across the globe.

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As a mother, Gayathri gracefully balances her personal and spiritual responsibilities, embodying the strength of a Vedic seeker. Her studies inspired her to serve the broader community through heartfelt seva, including helping lay the foundation of  Vedika Global’s Vedic Studies Program in 2014 and serving as Board President from 2017 to 2019.

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With over 20 years of experience in Senior Management at Fortune 100 companies, Gayathri integrates corporate expertise with her spiritual practice. Since 2020, she has continued to advance Vedika Global’s vision as an Advisory Board member and the founder of The Awakened Self Foundation.

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Gayathri is deeply grateful for the opportunity to study with Acharya Shunya and to share the 5,000-year-old wisdom of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Vedanta with others, knowing its transformative relevance in modern life.