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Do you have a question?
Are you seeking guidance from Acharya Shunya?

Acharya Shunya deeply values her connection with each Sadasya and honors the sincerity of your spiritual journey. Her support is centered not on the details of personal stories but on the evolution of the soul and the shared collective journey of all seekers. The guidance she offers is rooted in universal truths that transcend individual circumstances and illuminate the path for all.

To help you navigate your journey and receive her teachings, here’s how you can seek guidance or connect with her:

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Join Kula Sessions: A Space for Life-Specific Guidance

Recognizing the needs of her Sadasyas to ask questions pertaining to their unique life situations in the context of their spiritual journey, Acharya Shunya holds quarterly Kula Sessions (see the next date on the All Sessions Page). These 1- to 2-hour gatherings are sacred opportunities where she offers life-specific guidance on both individual and collective challenges, helping Sadasyas navigate their personal journeys with the wisdom of the Vedas.

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No Question Is Truly Individual: 
Acharya Shunya reminds us that all suffering, though appearing personal, is part of a universal experience. These sacred gatherings allow us to step back from our individual stories and recognize the shared human journey. By understanding this, each question asked in the Kula becomes an opportunity to explore truths that resonate with and uplift all present.


Frame Your Questions for Deeper Insight:

To make the most of these sessions:

  • Frame your personal inquiries in universal terms whenever possible. This approach brings clarity to your question and ensures others can benefit from the wisdom shared.

  • Feel free to share with vulnerability, but only as much as you are comfortable revealing in a public setting.
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Why Join a Kula Session?

These gatherings are more than conversations—they are sacred spaces to:

Explore Timeless Truths: Discover how the wisdom of the Vedas can be applied to your unique life challenges, offering fresh perspectives on the same old samsara (worldly) problems.

  • Gain Inspiration from Acharya Shunya: Learn from Acharya Shunya, who serves as a guide, Acharya, and Guru to Sadasyas at various stages of their spiritual journey. Her insights illuminate practical and spiritual approaches to life’s complexities.

  • Navigate Your Path as the Atman (Self): Understand how to approach your spiritual path with the clarity and steadiness of the Atman (the true Self), rather than being entangled in the limited perceptions of the Jiva (the shadow self).

  • Connect as a Spiritual Family: Share in the collective energy and experiences of fellow seekers, finding support, inspiration, and camaraderie on your path of growth and transformation.

  • Kula Sessions are opportunities for renewal and awakening: Align with the wisdom of the Parampara, transform challenges into growth, and rise to your highest potential

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Privacy Notice for Kula Sessions

  • If you are considering asking a question during the session, please do so with full awareness that your reflections and the discussion will be visible to a wider audience. While this openness allows others to learn and grow, it also requires participants to take responsibility for their level of sharing.

  • At times, students may share reflections or ask questions they later feel uncomfortable about, or they may find the answers challenging to receive in a public setting. For this reason, we encourage you to:

  • Use discretion when deciding how much personal detail to share.

  • Frame your questions in universal terms when possible, so that others can benefit without revealing sensitive details.

  • Remember, you can always listen silently and learn from the experiences and answers provided to others.

  • The responsibility for your participation rests with you. By approaching the session with mindfulness and intention, you contribute to the sacred energy of the gathering while protecting your own comfort and privacy.

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These gatherings are an opportunity to explore timeless truths, gain deeper understanding, and connect as a spiritual family. They are a safe and sacred space for learning, growth, and transformation.

Connect In Person at Onsite Events and Retreats

From time to time, Acharya Shunya travels to Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, New York, and Sivananda Ashram in Nassau, Bahamas. These premier institutes of yoga, wellbeing, and spirituality provide a tranquil and serene opportunity to connect with your Acharya in person and learn from her. You may also encounter fellow Sadasyas and nurture a deeper bond with them.

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Attending an in-person event offers a unique chance to experience the sacred energy of shared space, where learning and transformation are deeply enhanced. If you attend, don't hesitate to go up to her and introduce yourself as her Sadasya—she would be so overjoyed to meet you and know you are walking this sacred path.

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For upcoming in-person study, travel and retreat opportunities with Acharya Shunya, visit the Events page and plan your journey to connect with Acharya Shunya at these remarkable venues.

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Request a Few Moments: If time and circumstances permit, you may request a few moments with her during these gatherings. Such moments, though brief, can be deeply impactful and are offered with love and intention.


Respect Event Dynamics: Please note that opportunities for personal interaction are rare and depend on the flow of the event schedule. To ensure fairness to all participants, requests for time will be considered thoughtfully by Acharya and her team.


Hand a Letter: For those who feel hesitant, or Acharya is unable to make personal time, you may choose to write your name and a brief reflection to share with Acharya via letter. Even if time doesn’t allow for a personal conversation, know that your words will be read and carry your sincerity and devotion to her awareness.

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A Precious Opportunity: In-person events are precious opportunities to immerse yourself in the teachings, connect with the travelling Sangha, and experience the guidance of Acharya Shunya in  a memorable way.

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Understanding the Communication Policy

While it is natural to want to write an email to your Acharya and hope for a personal response, let us take a moment to understand the reality of her commitments. With hundreds of Sadasyas across the globe, disciples, fans, readers, and professional colleagues reaching out, it has become nearly impossible for Acharya Shunya to personally respond to every message.

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If you have received a personal response in the past, consider it her rare and generous act of grace. However, Acharya Shunya’s life is dedicated to a balance of seva (selfless service), adhyapana (teaching), lekhanam (writing), and the cultivation of antaranga shanti (inner stillness) through dhyana (meditation) and manana (reflection). She is not spending her days on her computer managing correspondence but living her dharma (sacred duty) as a spiritual guide and teacher.

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To ensure the flow of love and clarity continues, while also honoring her life commitments, new arrangements for communication are now being established. These changes reflect what is best for Acharya, the teachings, and the community as a whole.

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As a Sadasya, you may wonder: How can I support my Acharya with her time management and not feel disconnected? By respecting these new policies and adapting to the collective systems in place, you help create space for Acharya Shunya to serve the greater good while continuing to receive guidance through her teachings and the grace of the Parampara.

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Email Communication and Support Policy

  • All Emails Are Co-Managed: Beginning January 2025, all of Acharya Shunya’s emails, including her personal inbox, are co-managed by her assistants to help manage the growing volume of messages.

  • Privacy Notice: Any email sent to Acharya’s personal inbox, info@acharyashunya.com, or other designated inboxes may be read and responded to by her assistants.

  • Acharya Will Be Made Aware: While assistants manage communication, Acharya is informed about the most critical communications during a bi-weekly briefing.

  • Assistant Response: In most cases, Acharya’s assistants will reply on her behalf. However, due to limited resources, part-time assistance, and the high volume of messages received, responses may not always be possible.

How to Reach Out

For questions or reflections, please send your messages to info@acharyashunya.com. This collective approach ensures that the sacred work of the Parampara continues while also honoring Acharya’s time and energy.

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A Collective Focus on Teaching and Transformation

In alignment with the posted policy, teachers in the Sarayu Parampara, including senior teachers such as the Sadhvis, are unable to provide personalized support. This policy reflects the lineage’s commitment to ensuring fairness and directing its resources toward serving the entire community. By focusing on the collective, we preserve the integrity of Vedic wisdom and ensure its transformative power is accessible to all.

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We encourage you not to see this as a cause for disappointment but as an invitation to deepen your connection with the teachings. The heart of Vedic wisdom does not lie in individual counseling but in guiding the emergence of your higher Self. Every teaching, interaction, and moment of reflection is designed to empower you to tap into your own limitless inner wisdom.

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The journey is one of profound transformation, where the light of these teachings supports you in transcending personal struggles and awakening to the eternal truth of who you truly are. Trust in the process, and know that the grace of the Parampara is always with you, guiding you every step of the way.

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From all of us at Team Acharya Shunya, we hope these teachings continue to inspire and empower you, and that you feel supported on your spiritual journey.

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