Daniel Hertz first met Swami Hariharananda Bharati in Rishikesh, India in 1998. He spent extended periods of time in India together with Swami Hari, as well as served as his personal assistant during Swami Hari's travels in the U.S.. Daniel's essays are true stories and a rare first-hand glimpse into the life and teachings of a great Himalayan Meditation Master. Daniel skillfully weaves the Himalayan Yoga and Meditation Tradition teachings of Swami Hari, his many years of close relationship with him, and his own discoveries through years of personal practice of yoga and meditation, to leave the reader with a view of life that is practical, beautiful, and elevating.