Day 13 ∞ Rudi & the Green Apple

Today’s Lesson: Rudi and the Green Apple – A Journey into the Heart of Practice

Today we’re honored to share a special gift with you: Rudi and the Green Apple, a heartfelt book written by Faith Stone, co-founder of ShambhavAnanda Yoga. In this vivid and deeply personal account, Faith invites you into the story of how she discovered her spiritual path, met her teacher, and began the journey that would lead to the founding of our ashram community.

This book also offers a rare glimpse into the teachings of Swami Rudrananda—Babaji and Faith’s original guru. Rudi, as he was known, was born in America and had his spiritual awakening right in the heart of New York City, where he founded his ashram in Manhattan. A central theme of his teaching is that spiritual growth must happen within the life we’re already living. The everyday circumstances we face are not obstacles, but the very tools we need to evolve. His teachings are practical, grounded, and designed to be lived—not just in stillness, but in motion.

Through colorful storytelling and honest reflection, Faith brings to life what it means to walk a true yogic path—one that’s just as transformative today as it was thousands of years ago.

You can download the e-book below and begin reading at your own pace—there’s no need to finish it all at once. Alongside the reading, we’ve included a guided breath meditation to help you center and integrate your experience.