“Since being here, I have gained a greater understanding of life and found purpose in selfless servitude to others. I know that all beings are intrinsically good and have the capability to love, and I have found in myself a great capacity to love and appreciate myself and others.”

“They showed me that I deserve to feel loved and be known. Not only have they given me the support and tools that I need to start to break these cycles, I feel they sincerely want to see me grow, along with every other volunteer here.”

“But although I didn’t feel it in the beginning and realize it until staying longer; I was being held in the highest light with all the love that one could give by everyone on the ashram. It was almost shocking because I was not used to it at all.”

“Jnanda is an excellent mentor. Imagine a therapist that holds you accountable while offering practical solutions for your life problems instead of pedaling dope. I have never met a man so truly selfless.”

“Coming to the ashram, I found way more than I thought was even out there for me. I found people who genuinely cared, seeing me for who I am at my core rather than only the things I have to work through. I found the literal safest environment I’ve been in my whole life. A deeper connection with who I am and who I am becoming as I continue my growth.“

“From the very beginning, I felt a sense of duty and will to be part of this special place, even though I knew nothing about ashrams and had no acquaintances there. The warm welcome packet reassured me that this was a genuine path of healing and growth, unlike some of the questionable spiritual teachings I had encountered before.”

“Compared to where I was before coming here, I’ve grown miles. I can now hit pause on unhelpful thoughts and watch them pass. Instead of bursting out upset, out of nowhere, I can fully emote within a specific moment. And everyday my physical body is strengthened by the outdoors lifestyle—I'll always welcome a day in the mountains!”

“HYA has given me tools to live a life with less fear and more love. Much, much, more love.”

“The time I spent at HYA was a very memorable and fulfilling experience. From the loving and understanding nature of the community at the ashram to the group activities spent playing sports or conversing over deep subjects, I felt like I had developed many great friendships only one week into my stay.”