About The Author

Born in the small village of Sheikhupur in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, India, Yogi Shiva began his journey rooted in tradition and simplicity. In November 2000, he migrated to Canada with his parents and elder brother, completing his education in Malton, Ontario. After working at CLS Catering Services, he joined the Canadian Armed Forces in March 2015, serving as an Avionics Technician for over six years.

Yogi Shiva

A pivotal moment arrived during a brief meditative experience at Lookout Park near Barry’s Bay, which inspired him to retire early from military service and dedicate himself fully to spiritual exploration. His journey deepened at the Sivananda International Yoga Vedanta Centre in Val-Morin, Quebec, where he studied yoga and then traveled coast to coast across Canada. Seeking deeper silence and connection, he meditated at various places, ultimately finding profound realization at the Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar in Belleville,a place where knowledge and inner clarity began to flow naturally.

With unwavering faith, Yogi Shiva sold all his assets and devoted his savings to guiding others on their spiritual paths, offering both emotional and financial support. Despite having no formal background in counseling or psychology, he has helped individuals facing severe mental health challenges, including those with suicidal thoughts, often witnessing remarkable transformation after just a single conversation.

Today, without any financial assistance from government or organizations, Yogi Shiva continues his mission purely through grace and dedication, aspiring to touch and uplift as many lives as possible.