David Harshada Wagner

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David Harshada Wagner is a master meditation instructor, author, artist, father, and wisdom teacher with more than 25 years of teaching experience. Classically trained in the wisdom traditions of yoga, Bhakti, Vedanta, and Trika Shaivism, his teachings come from his decades of working with people helping them learn to live more fulfilling, soul-centered, and purpose-driven lives. The Sanskrit name Harshada was given to him by Gurumayi Chidvilasananda in 1996 and means, "the bringer of joy, laughter, and delight". David is known as a down-to-earth, lighthearted teacher who is able to help people get to the "deep stuff" fast. David is also the author of Backbone: The Modern Man’s Ultimate Guide to Purpose, Passion, and Power and On the Field of Dharma, and is currently working on a modern translation of and commentary on the tenth century Trika text known as the Shiva Sutra.  

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