Swamini Sri Lalitambika Devi is a beloved spiritual teacher whose humanitarian activities touch hearts around the world. She serves through Mahakailasa Ashram in New York City. Swaminiji edits literary journal Lalitamba and is the author of various translations and meditation books. Her most recent book is The Free Spirit: Simple Joys for Wise Living. She also coordinates Refuge, a women's shelter, and the Bell Animal Shelter.