– A Heartfelt Reflection
Exactly one year ago, on the morning of June 3rd, 2024, at 10:13 AM, I reached out to Madam Blossom Furtado for help. I was at a crossroads—struggling with alcohol addiction, low confidence, low self-esteem, deep inner child wounds, and relationship challenges, especially with my spouse.
What unfolded from that moment has been nothing short of a life-altering journey with Team Aikya and the Hypnotherapy School of India (HSI). Looking back now, I am filled with immense gratitude—not just for how far I’ve come, but for the unwavering support, compassion, and wisdom of this incredible team.
Over the past 365 days, I’ve been part of transformative group online sessions, deep personal coaching, powerful visualizations, inner child healing, couple’s coaching, and self-development courses offered by the HSI and Aikya team. Every experience has helped me peel back layers, understand myself more deeply, and step into a more authentic version of who I am.
A heartfelt thank you to Madam Blossom Furtado—your presence, clarity, and guidance have been the cornerstone of my transformation. You held space for my healing with grace and strength, and I am forever grateful.
A special and profound thank you to Life Coach Ritika Furtado Sharma. Through your mindset coaching, you gently but powerfully helped me shift limiting beliefs and step into clarity, purpose, and empowerment. You’ve been a truly compassionate life coach, holding space for me with deep understanding, patience, and care. Your guidance played a crucial role in helping me break free from alcohol addiction, rebuild my relationship with my spouse through couple’s coaching, and rediscover my self-worth and confidence.
Beyond the sessions, you also introduced me to the healing power of wildlife and the love for nature—experiences that have grounded me and opened my heart in ways I never imagined. Your presence has been a guiding light in my transformation, and I am profoundly grateful for your wisdom, warmth, and unwavering belief in my journey.
To Payal Chetri & Chitra M and the entire team—thank you for your behind-the-scenes dedication that ensured every session flowed with warmth, professionalism, and purpose.
One of the most impactful parts of my journey was attending the Empowered workshops— Empowered 2024 and Empowered 2025—beautifully organised in the serene landscapes of Jim Corbett and Kaziranga National Parks. These weren’t just workshops—they were soul-deep experiences that immersed us in nature, connection, and profound self-reflection.
Through these retreats and the year-long journey, I discovered transformational tools that I now cherish:
– The power of journaling
– The art of doodling
– Slow, mindful walks in nature Forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku) Incredible wildlife experiences Mindset mastery
– Inner child healing
– Guided visualisations—and much more
I’m especially grateful for the group sessions such as Mindset Makeover, The Art of Manifestation, Self Development Courses ( Level I and Level II with HSI) and many others that created powerful spaces of collective growth and breakthrough. Sharing, healing, and evolving alongside others on the path was deeply moving and inspiring.
Today, I feel grounded, clear, and confident . I’ve been sober for seven months now , and I’m living with a joy and peace I once thought impossible. Most importantly, I’m smiling from within.
To Blossom Ma’am, Coach Ritika, Payal & Chitra , the entire Team Aikya , and everyone at the Hypnotherapy School of India ( HSI)—thank you for walking this path with me. Your impact is lifelong, and I carry each lesson with deep respect and immense gratitude.
As I move forward, I do so with an open heart—ready to explore more of the inner wisdom and infinite potential that lives within me.
“Within you is the light of a thousand suns. Let it shine.” – Robert Adams
– Hemanth Gogia
💬 A Word from Aikya
It’s transformations like these that remind us why we’re here and what our purpose is.
We often get calls asking for quick healing – a magic pill, something to ease the pain instantly. But this is not that kind of work.
This is the resilient, push-through kind of work – the kind where you show up even on the heavy days, because deep down, you know you want a better tomorrow.
To anyone still feeling like you’re alone or that nothing seems to make sense – please remember, the light shines within you. Please remember, there is always hope.
With the right support, the right tools and the courage to keep going, you can move through anything.
Healing isn’t instant – but it is possible. And it is totally worth it.
Thank you, Hemanth, for your inspiring words.
We are ever so grateful to walk beside brave souls like you.
May you continue to light your own path… and that of many more around you.
More power to you.
With love and eternal gratitude
The Aikya Team