Practice makes progress
And honestly? That. Is. So. True. The answer is simple: practice. But as we all know, keeping up with a regular practice in the chaos of everyday life can feel anything but simple. Yet, that’s where the magic lies. MC Yogi, a brilliantly talented musician and yoga teacher, took the stage on Friday night with DJ Drez and dropped wisdom in the form of music: “Practice makes progress. Practice makes progress. I let go of the outcome and stay focused on the process…”
That mantra stuck with me. Practice makes progress—a reminder that transformation isn’t about perfection, it’s about the journey. And I truly believe one of the reasons Bhakti Fest creates such a blissful, transformative space is because it offers three uninterrupted days—from the first rays of sunrise to the glowing desert dusk—of constant practice, immersion, and exploration in a safe, loving, and supportive environment.
It’s a container for self-discovery, healing, and joy—and when you’re surrounded by that level of devotion and openness, it becomes more than just practice. It truly opens the door to transformation, inner peace, and that indescribable feeling of pure bliss.
Wow! My heart is overflowing with gratitude for having made it to Bhakti Fest this year. What an unforgettable, life-changing experience. I also want to send out a huge thank you to the incredible team who brought this extraordinary event to life—you’ve created something beyond magical.
Bringing the Bhakti spirit into the world
And while I’m already counting down the days until next year’s festival, one thing has become crystal clear: the real power of Bhakti Fest lies not just in the experience itself, but in taking that Bhakti spirit home with us. It’s about integrating these practices into our everyday lives and carrying that joy, that devotion, and that connection into the world, so that we can always find our way back to that blissful place—not just for ourselves, but for all the lives we touch every single day.
I’ll leave you with one more gem from Krishna Das, a reminder that resonates deeply: “I thought the spiritual path was about me. It’s the opposite! The less we think about ourselves, the happier we are.”
Thank you, Bhakti Fest! Until next year!
Blessings and love, Petra
Bhakt Fest 2024 artist overview:
The festival returned with all-star yoga instructors, including Seane Corn, Dianne Bondy, Shiva Rea, Janet Stone, Andrew Sealy, Susanna Barkataki, Amanda Giacomini, Kia Miller, Natalie Valle, Kumi Yogini, Govind Das, Edward Williams, Sonic Devas, Kristin Olson, Newton Campbell, Dharma Shakti and local favorite, Cedar and Sage Wellness’s Tobi Gullian and Sabrina Bennett. Music headliners included Grammy nominee Krishna Das, MC YOGI, Deya Dova, Marieme, Ajeet, Radhika Das, Kr3ture, Vijay Krsna, Nikunja, Govind Das and Jacqueline Michelle, Radhika Vekaria, Amritakripa, Fantuzzi, Saeed Younan, Jayadeva Dasa, Nina Rao, Shamiran, Allison Eaton, Sharanam, Kamini Natarajan and more. Speakers included Jai Dev, Indy Rishi Singh (and the Cosmic Labyrinth), Tommy Rosen, Harpinder Kaur Mann, Sita Devi Dasi, Scott Blossom, Troy Casey, Ramana, Abudu Nininger, Siva Mohan, Diana Cantú-Reyna, Haridass Kaur Khalsa, Zoe Kors and many more.
Website: https://www.bhaktifest.com/bhakti-fest
About the author:
Petra is a seasoned communications and marketing professional, driven by a love for storytelling, creativity, and human connection. With a foundation in journalism and TV production, she quickly rose through the ranks of entertainment, media, and advertising, excelling in leadership roles across top-tier organizations.
Beyond her corporate success, Petra is deeply passionate about the human experience and the pursuit of well-being. Her personal journey led her to explore the transformative realms of yoga, meditation, energy healing, and Ayurveda. As a certified yoga teacher, she is committed to helping others find balance and peace in today’s fast-paced, uncertain world . She continues to explore new ways of integrating holistic practices into everyday life, believing that well-being starts with nurturing body, mind and spirit.
Petra currently resides in Munich, Germany and amongst other assignments serves as the editor and content creator for Places of Healing.
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