Oops! I Became a Guru!: How Ishita Faked Enlightenment and Accidentally Found Her Soul

by Ashwini Doreswamy

Ishita wants one her own column at the magazine where she works.
What she gets instead is a perfect storm.

A bruised childhood that still lingers. Parents anxious to see her married. A landlord threatening eviction. And a boss who delivers a final ultimatum—prove your worth or walk away.

A cynical atheist with little patience for modern spiritual theatrics, Ishita does what she knows she writes. One sharp, sarcastic blog post mocking fake spiritual gurus and their unquestioning followers. It’s meant to be a rant. A release. Nothing more.

But the internet has other plans.

The post goes viral, catapulting Ishita into a world she doesn’t believe in, can’t control, and never asked to enter.

Will viral success save her job, or cost her everything?
Will she secure her home, or lose the ground beneath her feet?
And when unexpected success forces her to confront her past, will it heal the growing distance between her and her father… or deepen it beyond repair?

Find out for youself, join Ishita in her journey.

143 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 19, 2025

About the author

With over 20 years of experience in content creation, manuscript editing, and communications, including 13 years of freelance work across diverse projects, I recently transitioned into the corporate environment through Tata Motors’ SCIP (Second Careers Inspiring Possibilities) initiative.

My professional journey spans manuscript development, editorial work, and content creation for custom publishing houses, corporates, media organizations, and NGOs. I have also collaborated with thought leaders to craft meaningful and impactful narratives. These diverse experiences have strengthened my expertise in both internal and external communications, storytelling, and creative expression. Beyond my professional work, I am committed to service and holistic well-being. I practice and promote Pranic Healing, supporting individuals in their personal growth and emotional resilience. I also volunteer with Vasantha Memorial Trust, contributing to initiatives focused on cancer care and cure, and with Mentor Together, where I mentor college students, helping them prepare for placements and navigate the world of work.