Being an Artist as a Hindu American - Jaykishan Patel on Inspired Series

What does it mean to live creatively while staying grounded in purpose and spirituality? In the latest episode of BAPS Better Living – Inspired Series, we sit down with artist and UX/UI designer Jaykishan Patel for a thoughtful conversation about creativity, career, identity, and the values that shape the paths that we choose. From sketching the Atlanta Mandir as it was being built during his childhood to balancing professional design work, family responsibilities, and artistic passion today, Jaykishan shares how art has always been deeply connected to his personal and spiritual journey. In our conversation, he reflects on: • How growing up around mandirs and Indian artistry inspired his love for creativity and design • The realities of balancing passion, career, and family responsibilities • Why resilience comes from understanding your “baseline” during difficult moments • The importance of staying agile and open-minded when choosing a career path • How spirituality and the guidance of a guru help navigate life’s many decisions • Why ancient Hindu art and architecture continue to hold timeless cultural meaning • The deeply personal story behind growing out and donating his hair to support his aunt during her battle with cancer Jaykishan’s story is a reminder that creativity is more than self-expression - it can become a way of preserving culture, serving others, and staying connected to something greater than ourselves. Through art, spirituality, and daily discipline, he shares how purpose is not found in one defining moment, but rather, built steadily through the choices we make every day.  🎧 Tune in to hear how creativity, spirituality, and service can come together to shape a meaningful life. #PurposeDriven #Spirituality #HinduCulture #IndianArt #InspiredSeries #BAPSBetterLiving #PersonalGrowth #bapsbetterliving OTHER PLATFORMS:INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/baps_betterlivingYOUTUBE https://youtube.com/bapsbetterliving LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/company/bapsswaminarayansanstha/