I’m Jyotish, a gay man who grew up in Cyprus, where the LGBTQ+ stigma was strong. I struggled with anxiety, depression, and self-worth, hiding my true self behind a ‘macho’ facade. FISU meditation, which I began in 2010, transformed my life. It helped me accept myself, overcome fears, and find harmony. Meditation balanced my mood, boosted my confidence, and restored my faith in God. It taught me we are universal beings beyond gender. As a FISU teacher, I hope to help the LGBTQ+ community heal and replace fear with love.
