Haresh Patel is an entrepreneur. He founded a company called Mercatus which was recently sold to State Street Investments, one of the largest investment firms in the world. He is also the author of a soon-to-be published book called The Ghost in My Body: A 55year Journey to Healing.

Haresh Patel shares his extraordinary 55-year healing journey that began with childhood tragedy and unfolded through spiritual encounters, cultural insights, and medical challenges. His story weaves together themes of trauma, resilience, and the afterlife, culminating in a transformative experience of release and renewal. This conversation explores how culture, spirituality, and consciousness intersect in the search for true healing.

00:00 Introduction: Haresh Patel’s healing journey begins

03:36 Childhood tragedy and loss of his mother

07:01 Early memories, cultural background, and burial decision

12:03 Suppressed grief and recurring dreams

19:07 Onset of symptoms and medical challenges

24:03 Dreams of his mother and spiritual connection

33:05 Medical misdiagnosis and discovery of urticaria

39:07 Encounters with an Ayurvedic doctor and a medium

46:20 Bringing his mother home and performing rituals

52:53 Conclusion: Healing, culture, and the afterlife

(Recorded on September 9, 2025)

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