In this episode, we welcome Sandy and Keith's mentor Katie Rose — the first advanced certified Jivamukti teacher in Australia and a founding member of Jivamukti Yoga Sydney.

Together, Sandy and Katie explore the profound role teachers play in our lives. Katie shares her personal journey with Sharon and David, reflecting on what it was like to meet them as a 20-year-old and follow them around the world.

Sandy also poses the question: what’s the most important aspect of having a mentor on the spiritual path? Katie’s answer might surprise you.

And for a lighter twist — Katie reveals her secret ingredients for making the best kitchari of your life.

Whether you’re seeking guidance on your own path or just curious about the teacher-student relationship, this episode offers wisdom, warmth, and a touch of spice.

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Mantra:

guruḥ sarasvatī guruḥ laksmī gurur kālī durgā guruḥ sākṣāt parambrahma tasmai śrī gurave namaḥ

“I bow down in reverence to all of my teachers; that teacher which is this life that I have been given and continue to lead; that teacher who is all difficulties on my path; the teacher who is nearby and the teacher who is beyond all of this, formless and supreme.”

~ Feminised version of verse from the Guru Stotram

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Find Katie's work at Bhakti Rose and Bhakti Business.

This is Keith's studio in Penrith, Bija Yoga. Contact Keith for info on teacher training!

Sandy teaches at Folde Yoga in Nipaluna/Hobart and has online classes available at sandyking.com.au

Learn about Sandy's Golden Yoga School teacher training 2026 here : sandyking.com.au/tt

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More spots for Thai Yoga Holiday in October have opened up! Visit sandyking.com.au/thai-yoga-holiday for all info. ------

Follow your co-hosts on instagram:

Katie @bhakti.business and @bhakti.rose Keith @bija_yoga Sandy @sandykingyoga