Tat Wale Baba lived at the ashram with his guru for about three months during which time he was initiated into Raja Yoga. However, life at this ashram was too hectic for the serious meditation Tat Wale Baba sought. There were too many disciples and cows milling about, and the general noise of an active ashram caused too much disturbance for him. So, Tat Wale Baba left his guru's abode in search of a more reclusive retreat. After a few months' search he arrived at Rishikesh where his parents frequently attended Swargashram for meditation. He thought this might be an ideal place for his meditations as well. However, as before, he found too many disturbances from the many visitors to this ashram. After only a short stay he again sought a more reclusive refuge, and went to Ganeshagupa, Laxmanjoola. There, he found the ambient peace he required. However, living at this site was harsh. Firewood was not easily available to provide warmth, and for cooking. Other essentials, such as food and water, were not readily available. The time and effort required to provide for himself disturbed his long periods of deep meditation.